NJDEP Electric School Bus Grant Solicitation Round 3 - 2026
- Due
- Aug 28, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 22, 2026
The 30-second brief
The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is soliciting applications for Round 3 of its Electric School Bus Grant Program. The program provides up to $350,000 per bus to replace diesel school buses with battery-electric versions.
Grant application, Letter of support, Estimated project timeline, Budget approach, Decommissioning proof (if applicable)
Project readiness, Project support, Vehicle decommissioning, Overburdened school district, Timeline, Budget
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Summary
The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is soliciting applications for Round 3 of its Electric School Bus Grant Program. The program provides up to $350,000 per bus to replace diesel school buses with battery-electric versions.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Project readiness
- Project support
- Vehicle decommissioning
- Overburdened school district
- Timeline
- Budget
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Grant application
- Letter of support
- Estimated project timeline
- Budget approach
- Decommissioning proof (if applicable)
- Scope location
- New Jersey
- Reported agency
- New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Point Pleasant Borough School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 28, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Point Pleasant Borough School District in NJ, 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Grant application, Letter of support, Estimated project timeline, Budget approach, Decommissioning proof (if applicable). 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: "Project readiness, Project support, Vehicle decommissioning, Overburdened school district, Timeline, Budget" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Point Pleasant Borough School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Point Pleasant Borough School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Point Pleasant Borough School District 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. Review the full document from Point Pleasant Borough 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: New Jersey. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.