Lincoln-Way CHSD 210 Yellow School & White Activity Buses Bid #25-06 - 2025
- Due
- Nov 10, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2025
- Primary contact
- Ariel Palacios
- (815) 462-2134
The 30-second brief
Lincoln-Way Community High School District #210 is soliciting bids for the purchase or lease of 28 yellow school buses and 3 white activity buses. Sealed bids are due by November 10, 2025, at the District Administration Annex.
Sealed bid proposals, Signed verifications, Bus specifications, Pricing forms, Communication procedures description
Compliance with specifications, quality of solution, contractor qualifications, comparable contracts, reference checks, customer service, performance capability, record of accomplishment, personnel, overall cost
Hear what Lincoln Way CHSD 210 plans next before it's posted.
Get alerts freeFree account · 30-second setup · No credit card
Summary
Lincoln-Way Community High School District #210 is soliciting bids for the purchase or lease of 28 yellow school buses and 3 white activity buses. Sealed bids are due by November 10, 2025, at the District Administration Annex.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
10- Compliance with specifications
- Quality of solution
- Contractor qualifications
- Comparable contracts
- Reference checks
- Customer service
- Performance capability
- Record of accomplishment
- Personnel
- Overall cost
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Sealed bid proposals
- Signed verifications
- Bus specifications
- Pricing forms
- Communication procedures description
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Exhibit A
- Exhibit B
- Exhibit C
- General Instructions to Bidders
- Submit to
- 1801 E. Lincoln Highway, New Lenox, IL 60451
- Scope location
- New Lenox, IL
- Reported agency
- Lincoln-Way Community High School District #210
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Lincoln Way CHSD 210?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 10, 2025. 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: 1801 E. Lincoln Highway, New Lenox, IL 60451. For questions, contact Ariel Palacios.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Lincoln Way CHSD 210 in IL, 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.
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 Ariel Palacios at (815) 462-2134. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Sealed bid proposals, Signed verifications, Bus specifications, Pricing forms, Communication procedures description. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
Show 4 more questions
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Compliance with specifications, quality of solution, contractor qualifications, comparable contracts, reference checks, customer service, performance capability, record of accomplishment, personnel, o..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lincoln Way CHSD 210?
All active and historical solicitations from Lincoln Way CHSD 210 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Lincoln Way CHSD 210 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 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Exhibit A, Exhibit B, Exhibit C, General Instructions to Bidders. Review the full document from Lincoln Way CHSD 210 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: New Lenox, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.