Blue Bird Bus Repair

The Department of Agriculture is issuing this combined synopsis/solicitation, 12318726Q0045, for the repair of body damage on a Blue Bird bus. The scope of work requires the completion of repairs based on provided estimates and includes body work to be finalized no later than June 30, 2026, or 90 days after the authorization to perform repairs once the center has delivered the vehicle to the service location. Recent amendments have modified the evaluation criteria by removing Sub-Factor 3 from the basis for award and clarified that requirements are detailed in the description of items to be acquired.

This requirement is categorized under NAICS 811121 for Automotive Body, Paint, and Interior Repair and Maintenance and PSC J025 for maintenance, repair, and rebuilding of vehicular equipment components. The opportunity is designated as an SBA Small Business Administration set-aside. Five attachments accompany this notice, including repair photos, the final body repair document, and multiple amendments. Darlene Chase serves as the point of contact for this solicitation.

Performance will take place in Boring, Oregon. Potential vendors may schedule site visits by contacting Merlin Lilienthal via the provided phone number. All quotes must be submitted by 10:00 AM on March 23, 2026. Following a notice to proceed, the center will deliver the bus to the service location within five days.