How to bid on school bus exhaust and HVAC repairs for the Federal Acquisition Service

What the agency is buying

The Federal Acquisition Service is seeking exhaust and air-conditioning repairs for a 2026 Blue Bird Type C school bus in Tucson, Arizona. The listed parts include exhaust components and an A/C pressure switch.

This RFP may suit a repair shop that can work on the bus, source the listed parts, and meet the stated location, insurance, and compliance requirements.

Deadline and delivery details

The solicitation was published October 27, 2026. Quotes are due November 10, 2026, at 6:00 PM ET. Quotes received after the deadline will be excluded from consideration.

Include an estimated delivery time and the number of days expected for delivery after receipt of the purchase order. Quotes must remain valid for at least 30 calendar days after submission.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is for a repair business with a repair facility within 100 miles of the vehicle’s location in Tucson, AZ 85756. The vendor must have required insurance for losses involving GSA vehicles in its shop and valid business licenses under applicable state and local guidelines.

Vendors must follow EPA and OSHA requirements, keep SDS and other required documents on site, and ensure employees are paid in accordance with local Department of Labor established wages. Equipment must be covered by the manufacturer’s warranty, and items must include a standard warranty.

How to access and submit a quote

To view the opportunity, click “View original source” above. If the first click opens the portal homepage, click it again to go to the bid. A free account may be needed to view documents.

Submit the quote by email or fax to 855-288-5173 by the deadline. The submission instructions provided do not include an email address. Before submitting, be actively registered in SAM under the appropriate business category and NAICS code; registration must continue through award, performance, and final payment.

Include a completed copy of Representations and Certifications under provision 52.212-3 unless it is available through SAM. The solicitation refers to Attachment A for the full provision.

Prepare a clear, complete quote

Use the bill of materials to check that your quote accounts for each listed part and quantity. Show individual and total parts prices, labor time, and any paint labor if applicable.

Include all fees, including shipping or freight, and state the estimated delivery timing and days after receipt of the purchase order. Check that your quote addresses warranties, insurance, licenses, and the stated EPA and OSHA requirements.

Allow time to confirm SAM registration and gather any required representations and certifications before sending. Verify that the quote reaches the agency by the stated deadline.