Kentucky Hybrid Diesel/Electric School Buses (Cycle 3) RFA Now Available

The Kentucky Department of Education has received approximately $12.98 million in funding for project proposals from school districts to purchase approximately 213 diesel/electric hybrid school buses. The grant is to achieve maximum dispersal of school buses across the Commonwealth to test the practicality of hybrid technology in all geographic regions and pupil densities as this technology applies to Kentucky. Projects funded through this grant will assist in documenting the effectiveness of this technology for increasing fuel economy without increasing down time for maintenance.

The mission of Kentucky’s Pupil Transportation Program is to support school districts in providing safe and economical transportation for all students. Funds from this grant will support a number of school districts as they provide safe transportation while reducing emissions and lowering fuel consumption.

To access the RFA, click on the link below:
http://www.education.ky.gov/KDE/Administrative+Resources/Grant+Information/Competitive+Grants+from+KDE/

The deadline to submit an application is 4:00 p.m. (EDT) on Wednesday, April 20, 2011.
Questions regarding the Kentucky Hybrid Diesel/Electric School Buses RFA can be directed to Leah Settle in KDE’s Procurement Branch at the following email address: Leah.Settle@education.ky.gov. The deadline to submit questions is 12:00 noon (EDT) on Tuesday, April 12, 2011.