Mobile County Public Schools Mobile Washing for School Buses Bid No. 26-49
Mobile County School DistrictSchool · Mobile, AL- Due
- Sep 9, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 20, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Cynthia Martin
- (251) 221-4473
The 30-second brief
Mobile County Public Schools is soliciting bids for mobile bus washing services for its Transportation Department under Bid No. 26-49. The scope of work includes the complete exterior cleaning of approximately 729 school buses, covering windows, mirrors, frames, tires, wheels, and roofs using environmentally friendly automotive degreasers. Services must be mobile and conducted at various district sites including Citronelle, Howells Ferry, Whistler, Padgett Switch, Halls Mill, and Main. The contract term is for one year with options for two additional one-year renewals. Bidders must provide a detailed outline of their cleaning process, equipment, and chemicals, and submit at least five references for similar work. Sealed proposals are due by 10:00 AM on September 9, 2026, at the Purchasing Department in Mobile, Alabama.
Proposed cost of services (30 pts), Meets all qualifications (20 pts), Bidder's principle place of business (15 pts), References (15 pts), Proven ability to meet scope/timeline (20 pts)
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Summary
Mobile County Public Schools is soliciting bids for mobile bus washing services for its Transportation Department under Bid No. 26-49.
The scope of work includes the complete exterior cleaning of approximately 729 school buses, covering windows, mirrors, frames, tires, wheels, and roofs using environmentally friendly automotive degreasers. Services must be mobile and conducted at various district sites including Citronelle, Howells Ferry, Whistler, Padgett Switch, Halls Mill, and Main. The contract term is for one year with options for two additional one-year renewals. Bidders must provide a detailed outline of their cleaning process, equipment, and chemicals, and submit at least five references for similar work. Sealed proposals are due by 10:00 AM on September 9, 2026, at the Purchasing Department in Mobile, Alabama.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Bid Response Form (Attachment A)
- Services to be Provided (Attachment B)
- Minority Questionnaire
- Variance Sheet
- Debarment Sheet
- AOC Vendor Enrollment Data Sheet
- Alabama Immigration Law Compliance Documents
- Vendor Disclosure Statement
- Insurance Documents
- Material Safety Data Sheets
- Submit to
- Purchasing Department, 1 Magnum Pass, Mobile, Alabama 36618
- Scope location
- Mobile, AL
- Reported agency
- Mobile County Public Schools
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Mobile County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 9, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Purchasing Department, 1 Magnum Pass, Mobile, Alabama 36618. For questions, contact Cynthia Martin.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Mobile County School District in AL, 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 Cynthia Martin at (251) 221-4473. 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: "Proposed cost of services (30 pts), Meets all qualifications (20 pts), Bidder's principle place of business (15 pts), References (15 pts), Proven ability to meet scope/timeline (20 pts)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Mobile County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Mobile County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Mobile 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 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: Bid Response Form (Attachment A), Services to be Provided (Attachment B), Minority Questionnaire, Variance Sheet, Debarment Sheet, AOC Vendor Enrollment Data Sheet, Alabama Immigration Law Compliance. Review the full document from Mobile 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: Mobile, AL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.