Winston County Board of Education Request for Proposals for Bus Financing - 2027
Winston County School DistrictSchool · Double Springs, AL- Due
- Oct 12, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 10 years
- Primary contact
- Morgan Blankenship
- (205) 489-5018
The 30-second brief
The Winston County Board of Education requests proposals from financial institutions to provide financing for the purchase of 10 new 2027 Model Thomas Saf-T-Liner C2, 72-passenger school buses. The total amount of financing required is $1,589,340, requested with 10 annual payments of principal and interest, and the first payment due in May 2027. Proposals must be mailed or hand-delivered in a sealed envelope to the Winston County Board of Education Central Office in Double Springs, Alabama, by 2:00 PM CST on Monday, October 12, 2026. The system operates 9 schools, 1 career academy, and runs 62 bus routes, plus 16 bus routes for Haleyville City Schools.
10 2027 Model Thomas Saf-T-Liner C2, 72-passenger School Buses, Total financing of $1, 589, 340
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Summary
The Winston County Board of Education requests proposals from financial institutions to provide financing for the purchase of 10 new 2027 Model Thomas Saf-T-Liner C2, 72-passenger school buses.
The total amount of financing required is $1,589,340, requested with 10 annual payments of principal and interest, and the first payment due in May 2027. Proposals must be mailed or hand-delivered in a sealed envelope to the Winston County Board of Education Central Office in Double Springs, Alabama, by 2:00 PM CST on Monday, October 12, 2026. The system operates 9 schools, 1 career academy, and runs 62 bus routes, plus 16 bus routes for Haleyville City Schools.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- 10 2027 Model Thomas Saf-T-Liner C2
- 72-passenger School Buses
- Total financing of $1
- 589
- 340
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Bus Financing Proposal form, amortization schedules
- Submit to
- Winston County Board of Education, P.O. Box 9 / 25101 Highway 195, Double Springs, AL 35553
- Scope location
- Double Springs, AL
- Reported agency
- Winston County Board of Education
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Winston County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 12, 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: Winston County Board of Education, P.O. Box 9 / 25101 Highway 195, Double Springs, AL 35553. For questions, contact Morgan Blankenship.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Winston 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 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 Morgan Blankenship at (205) 489-5018. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 10 2027 Model Thomas Saf-T-Liner C2, 72-passenger School Buses, Total financing of $1, 589, 340. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Winston County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Winston County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Winston 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 10 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Bus Financing Proposal form, amortization schedules. Review the full document from Winston 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: Double Springs, AL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.