2025 Main Bus Program
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The General Services Administration (GSA) has announced the 2026 Spring Open Season for the 2025 Main Bus Program. This opportunity allows existing contractors to submit new model year (NMY) updates to awarded line items and for current or prospective offerors to propose new bus models for consideration. All proposals must comply with Federal Vehicle Standard 833T. The bid period closes on March 20, 2026, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time.
Scope of Work
This program seeks the acquisition of various bus types, including Adult Work Buses, School Buses, Shuttles, Inter-City Commuter Coaches, and Over-the-Road Touring Coaches. The Open Season process facilitates the continuous updating of offerings and the introduction of new models into the program. Key requirements include adherence to Federal Vehicle Standard 833T and submission of detailed specifications via GSAFleet.gov. Deliverables for awarded contracts include weekly and monthly status reports, notifications for shipment delays, defects/recalls, and damage in transit updates.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Multiple Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ), Fixed Price Type Contracts.
- Period of Performance: A single 60-month period from the date of award.
- Set-Aside: Full and Open Competition.
- NAICS Code: 336211 - Motor Vehicle Body Manufacturing.
- Bid Period Open: March 5, 2026.
- Bid Period Close: March 20, 2026, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time.
- Supplemental Documents Due: March 20, 2026, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time.
- Published: March 18, 2026.
Eligibility & Submission
This opportunity is targeted towards Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and certified representatives. Proposals must be submitted electronically via GSAFleet.gov. Evaluation will be based on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis, considering Technical Capability, Management Capability, and Price. Offerors should propose their best price initially as GSA intends to award without discussions. Incomplete or late offers will be rejected. Interested parties may need a GSA Affiliated Customer Account (GACA) to access certain resources, such as past Industry Day recordings.
Contact Information
For questions, contact Zachary Shepherd at zachary.shepherd@gsa.gov or 202-969-7766.