Model 1 Commercial Vehicles
Contract Highlights
- Bypass the Bid Process: Purchase school buses, parts, and supplies immediately without having to conduct your own time-consuming bid or RFP process.
- Guaranteed Legal Compliance: Because the agreement was publicly procured by a leading public agency (Gwinnett County Public Schools), your purchase is structured to be in full compliance with applicable state procurement statutes.
- Best Value Pricing: Access to competitive pricing (that may include special case-by-case price adjustments) from Model 1 to win large or highly competitive opportunities.
- Streamlined Procurement: Access all of Model 1’s Products & Services under a single, pre-negotiated framework, allowing you to move quickly from decision to delivery.
- Dedicated Support: Access to specialized support from Equalis to address legal or process questions, for a smooth purchasing experience.
Critical Supporting Documentation
Download this Contract Confirmation Letter to secure written documentation of the solicitation and awarded contract, the Contract # for your files, utilization eligibility, and how to receive answers to any additional questions you may have.
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Contract Resources
Contract#:
RFP-2501KM-E
Lead Agency:
GCPS
Current Term:
05.16.2025 – 05.15.2028
Renewable Through:
05.15.2030
Who is Model 1?
Model 1 Commercial Vehicles is the nation’s largest bus and commercial transit dealership, built on a 45-year legacy of leadership and continuous innovation. With a nationwide network of locations, Model 1 offers end-to-end commercial vehicle solutions, including the largest in-stock inventory of buses, vans, and alternative-fuel vehicles in the U.S. The company goes beyond sales to provide upfitting, expert maintenance, OEM and aftermarket parts, and flexible financing—acting as a complete transportation partner for fleets across the country.
As an industry leader, Model 1 is pioneering areas like electric vehicle distribution and forming exclusive manufacturer collaborations to solve customers’ toughest challenges.
How Do I Get Started?
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