Buffalo Public Schools Field Trip to Washington DC Bid 26-0626-034 BPS #053 2025
- Due
- Dec 23, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 24, 2025
- Primary contact
- Denisca Thompson
The 30-second brief
Buffalo Public School #53 is seeking a vendor to organize a 2-night, 3-day field trip to Washington DC for 16 students and 3 adults in March 2026. Bids are due by December 23, 2025, via the Bonfire portal.
Cost proposal, Day-by-day agenda, Travel itinerary
Best value
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Summary
Buffalo Public School #53 is seeking a vendor to organize a 2-night, 3-day field trip to Washington DC for 16 students and 3 adults in March 2026. Bids are due by December 23, 2025, via the Bonfire portal.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Best value
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Cost proposal
- Day-by-day agenda
- Travel itinerary
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Offering Questionnaire
- W-9
- Certificate of Liability Insurance
- Equal Employment Opportunity Employee Information Report
- Non-Collusive Bidding Certification
- Client References
- Submit to
- https://buffaloschools.bonfirehub.com/portal/?tab=openOpportunities
- Scope location
- Buffalo, NY
- Reported agency
- Buffalo Public Schools
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Buffalo School District RE-4?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 23, 2025. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://buffaloschools.bonfirehub.com/portal/?tab=openOpportunities. For questions, contact Denisca Thompson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Buffalo School District RE-4 in CO, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Denisca Thompson. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Cost proposal, Day-by-day agenda, Travel itinerary. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Best value" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Buffalo School District RE-4?
All active and historical solicitations from Buffalo School District RE-4 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Buffalo School District RE-4 regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Offering Questionnaire, W-9, Certificate of Liability Insurance, Equal Employment Opportunity Employee Information Report, Non-Collusive Bidding Certification, Client References. Review the full document from Buffalo School District RE-4 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Buffalo, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.