Glastonbury School District - 2027-2028 School Bus Bid for Five 2028 Model-Year 71-Passenger Diesel School Buses - Bid No. 877
Glastonbury School District, Glastonbury, CT·School
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- Contract Term
- 5 years
- Submission Address
- Glastonbury Public Schools, Transportation Department
SUMMARY
Glastonbury School District issues Bid No. 877 for the purchase or five-year lease of five new 71-passenger diesel school buses meeting specified requirements. Vendors must submit proposals by September 24, 2026. Submissions are to be delivered to the Glastonbury Public Schools, Transportation Department. This procurement aims to acquire reliable student transportation fleet vehicles for the district.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Five new 71-passenger diesel school buses
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this Bid from Glastonbury School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 24, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: Glastonbury Public Schools, Transportation Department.
Where can I find more RFPs from Glastonbury School District?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of September 24, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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 Glastonbury School District for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Glastonbury School District in CT, 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 Bid 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Five new 71-passenger diesel school buses. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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