Active SLED Opportunity · NORTH CAROLINA · CITY OF CHARLOTTE
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The City of Charlotte seeks proposals for repair and maintenance services for its hybrid bus fleet. Contractors must service up to 8 buses simultaneously and be located within 25 miles of Charlotte or provide transportation. Key dates include a June 1, 2026 submission deadline.
The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) is soliciting proposals from qualified suppliers to provide repair and maintenance services for its hybrid bus fleet. The purpose of this contract is to ensure the continued safe, reliable, and efficient operation of approximately 108 hybrid buses currently in service. The selected contractor shall have the capability to service up to eight (8) buses simultaneously. Contractors must be located within a 25-mile radius of Charlotte, North Carolina, or demonstrate the ability to transport buses to and from their facility as part of the services provided. The scope of work shall include all labor, supervision, equipment, tools, materials, transportation, and technical expertise necessary to perform hybrid bus repair and maintenance services in accordance with CATS requirements.
| Status | Event Name | Location | Description | Dates | Mandatory |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ongoing | Open Date | Online Portal | Posting date for the Opportunity | May 6th 2026, 12:00 AM EDT | N/A |
| Upcoming | Questions Due Date | Online Portal | Deadline to submit Questions | May 27th 2026, 1:00 PM EDT | N/A |
| Upcoming | Intent to Bid Due Date | Online Portal | Deadline to indicate your intent to Bid | Jun 1st 2026, 12:00 PM EDT | Yes |
| Upcoming | Close Date | Online Portal | Deadline for Submissions | Jun 1st 2026, 1:00 PM EDT | N/A |
Note: Template files for the items below (BidTables, Questionnaires) are available in the Attachments section of this opportunity.
| Name | Type | # Files | Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Required Forms | File Type: Any (.*) | Multiple | Required |
| Pricing Sheet | File Type: Any (.*) | 1 | Required |
| Cover Sheet | File Type: Any (.*) | Multiple | Required |
| Proposed Solution | File Type: Any (.*) | Multiple | Required |
SLED stands for State, Local, and Education. These are solicitations issued by state governments, counties, cities, school districts, utilities, and higher education institutions — as opposed to federal agencies.
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