Fayette County Board of Education - Automotive, Commercial, and School Bus Batteries - RFQ No. FCBOE: 4 (2026)
Fayette County School DistrictSchool · Fayetteville, WV- Due
- Jul 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 2, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Chad E. Meador
The 30-second brief
The Fayette County Board of Education, Transportation Department, is soliciting quotations from qualified vendors to furnish and deliver batteries for school buses and Board-owned fleet vehicles on an as-needed basis. The scope includes school bus batteries, fleet vehicle batteries, emergency replacement batteries, core pickup and disposal, and delivery services. Pricing is requested for Group 31 Heavy Duty, Automotive Battery (MTP-24, MTP-65 HD, MT-35, MTP-34, MT-51), and Special Purpose Battery (SP-35). Sealed quotations must be submitted to the Fayette County Schools Transportation Department by July 20, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. The contract term runs from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027.
Group 31 Heavy Duty (31-MHD-950, 950 CCA Minimum), Automotive Battery MTP-24 (750 CCA Minimum), Automotive Battery MTP-65 HD (850 CCA Minimum), Automotive Battery MT-35 (550 CCA Minimum), Automotive Battery MTP-34 (700 CCA Minimum), Special Purpose Battery SP-35 (300 CCA Minimum), Automotive Battery MT-51 (500 CCA Minimum), Core Charge, Warranty Period, Emergency Delivery Available, Typical Delivery Time
Pricing, product quality, warranty, availability, delivery time, emergency service capabilities, best interest of the Board
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Summary
The Fayette County Board of Education, Transportation Department, is soliciting quotations from qualified vendors to furnish and deliver batteries for school buses and Board-owned fleet vehicles on an as-needed basis.
The scope includes school bus batteries, fleet vehicle batteries, emergency replacement batteries, core pickup and disposal, and delivery services. Pricing is requested for Group 31 Heavy Duty, Automotive Battery (MTP-24, MTP-65 HD, MT-35, MTP-34, MT-51), and Special Purpose Battery (SP-35). Sealed quotations must be submitted to the Fayette County Schools Transportation Department by July 20, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. The contract term runs from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Pricing
- Product quality
- Warranty
- Availability
- Delivery time
- Emergency service capabilities
- Best interest of the Board
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- Group 31 Heavy Duty (31-MHD-950, 950 CCA Minimum)
- Automotive Battery MTP-24 (750 CCA Minimum)
- Automotive Battery MTP-65 HD (850 CCA Minimum)
- Automotive Battery MT-35 (550 CCA Minimum)
- Automotive Battery MTP-34 (700 CCA Minimum)
- Special Purpose Battery SP-35 (300 CCA Minimum)
- Automotive Battery MT-51 (500 CCA Minimum)
- Core Charge
- Warranty Period
- Emergency Delivery Available
- Typical Delivery Time
- Submit to
- Fayetteville Schools Transportation Department, Attn: Chad E. Meador, 111 Fayette Avenue, Fayetteville, WV 25840
- Scope location
- Fayetteville, WV
- Reported agency
- Fayette County Board of Education
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Fayette County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 20, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: Fayetteville Schools Transportation Department, Attn: Chad E. Meador, 111 Fayette Avenue, Fayetteville, WV 25840. For questions, contact Chad E. Meador.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Fayette County School District in WV, 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 RFQ 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 Chad E. Meador. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Group 31 Heavy Duty (31-MHD-950, 950 CCA Minimum), Automotive Battery MTP-24 (750 CCA Minimum), Automotive Battery MTP-65 HD (850 CCA Minimum), Automotive Battery MT-35 (550 CCA Minimum), Automotive Battery MTP-34 (700 CCA Minimum), Special Purpose Battery SP-35 (300 CCA Minimum), Automotive Battery. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Pricing, product quality, warranty, availability, delivery time, emergency service capabilities, best interest of the Board" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Fayette County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Fayette County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Fayette County 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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. Review the full document from Fayette County 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: Fayetteville, WV. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.