Caldwell-West Caldwell School District Lease Purchase Financing Quote 2025 - School Buses
Caldwell-West School DistrictSchool · West Caldwell, NJ- Due
- Dec 9, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Brian McCarthy
- (973) 228-3360 ext 3007
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The Caldwell-West Caldwell School District is soliciting quotes for a five-year lease purchase agreement to finance the $236,559.68 acquisition of two school buses. Quotes are due by December 9, 2025.
Lowest interest rate quote produced by the yield analysis, length of interest rate hold, lowest purchase option prepayment penalty
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Summary
The Caldwell-West Caldwell School District is soliciting quotes for a five-year lease purchase agreement to finance the $236,559.68 acquisition of two school buses. Quotes are due by December 9, 2025.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Lowest interest rate quote produced by the yield analysis
- Length of interest rate hold
- Lowest purchase option prepayment penalty
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Bid Proposal Form
- Affirmative Action Questionnaire
- Non Collusion Affidavit
- Stockholders Disclosure/ Ownership Declaration
- Contractor/Vendor Questionnaire and Certification
- Acknowledgement of Addenda
- Chapter 271 Political Contribution Disclosure Form
- Amortization Schedule
- Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran Form
- Disclosure of Prohibited Activities in Russia/Belarus
- Submit to
- 104 Gray Street, West Caldwell, NJ 07077
- Scope location
- West Caldwell, NJ
- Reported agency
- Caldwell-West Caldwell School District Board of Education
Questions about this QUOTE
How do I respond to this Quote from Caldwell-West School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 9, 2025. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 104 Gray Street, West Caldwell, NJ 07077. For questions, contact Brian McCarthy.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Quote?
Most government agencies, including Caldwell-West School District in NJ, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Quote submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Brian McCarthy at (973) 228-3360 ext 3007. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest interest rate quote produced by the yield analysis, length of interest rate hold, lowest purchase option prepayment penalty" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Caldwell-West School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Caldwell-West School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Caldwell-West School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Quote?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Bid Proposal Form, Affirmative Action Questionnaire, Non Collusion Affidavit, Stockholders Disclosure/ Ownership Declaration, Contractor/Vendor Questionnaire and Certification, Acknowledgement of Adde. Review the full document from Caldwell-West School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: West Caldwell, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.