Lake County School District - 14-Passenger Activity Bus Purchase - 2026
Lake County School District R-1School · Leadville, CO- Due
- Oct 9, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Sean Fay
- (719) 221-1017
The 30-second brief
Lake County School District in Colorado invites proposals for the purchase of one (1) 14-passenger activity bus suitable for student transportation and school activities, including MFSAB configurations and non-CDL driver operation. The vehicle requires a gasoline or diesel engine, heavy-duty automatic transmission, high-altitude cooling system, ABS brakes, backup camera, emergency exits, and athletic equipment storage for pole vault poles. Vendors must submit proposals by October 9, 2026, to Sean Fay and Jim Mulcey via email. Evaluation is based on overall fitness and durability (30%), total cost of ownership (25%), safety features (20%), vendor experience (15%), and delivery timeline (10%).
14-passenger activity bus, Vehicle specification sheet, Pricing, Delivery timeline
Overall fitness for District needs and durability — 30%, Total cost of ownership (purchase plus maintenance estimates) — 25%, Safety features and compliance — 20%, Vendor experience and support — 15%, Delivery timeline and availability — 10%
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Summary
Lake County School District in Colorado invites proposals for the purchase of one (1) 14-passenger activity bus suitable for student transportation and school activities, including MFSAB configurations and non-CDL driver operation.
The vehicle requires a gasoline or diesel engine, heavy-duty automatic transmission, high-altitude cooling system, ABS brakes, backup camera, emergency exits, and athletic equipment storage for pole vault poles. Vendors must submit proposals by October 9, 2026, to Sean Fay and Jim Mulcey via email. Evaluation is based on overall fitness and durability (30%), total cost of ownership (25%), safety features (20%), vendor experience (15%), and delivery timeline (10%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Overall fitness for District needs and durability — 30%, Total cost of ownership (purchase plus maintenance estimates) — 25%, Safety features and compliance — 20%, Vendor experience and support — 15%, Delivery timeline and availability — 10%
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- 14-passenger activity bus
- Vehicle specification sheet
- Pricing
- Delivery timeline
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- W-9
- Certificate of Good Standing
- References
- Submit to
- [email protected], [email protected]
- Scope location
- Lake County, CO
- Reported agency
- Lake County School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Lake County School District R-1?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 9, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected], [email protected]. For questions, contact Sean Fay.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Lake County School District R-1 in CO, 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 RFP 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 Sean Fay at (719) 221-1017. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 14-passenger activity bus, Vehicle specification sheet, Pricing, Delivery timeline. 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: "Overall fitness for District needs and durability — 30%, Total cost of ownership (purchase plus maintenance estimates) — 25%, Safety features and compliance — 20%, Vendor experience and support — 15%,..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lake County School District R-1?
All active and historical solicitations from Lake County School District R-1 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Lake County School District R-1 regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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: W-9, Certificate of Good Standing, references. Review the full document from Lake County School District R-1 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Lake County, CO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.