Central Unified School District Charter Bus Services RFP 26-02-7700
Central UnifiedSchool · Fresno, CA- Due
- May 18, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Amer Iqbal
The 30-second brief
Central Unified School District is seeking proposals for charter bus services to provide transportation for various student activities, including field trips, band competitions, and sporting events. The district aims to establish a pool of qualified vendors offering competitive pricing.
Charter bus services, Including labor, Vehicles, Fuel, And related equipment, Materials, And supplies.
Price and references.
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Summary
Central Unified School District is seeking proposals for charter bus services to provide transportation for various student activities, including field trips, band competitions, and sporting events. The district aims to establish a pool of qualified vendors offering competitive pricing.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price and references.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Charter bus services
- Including labor
- Vehicles
- Fuel
- Related equipment
- Materials
- Supplies
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
RFP Document A: Notice of Request for Proposals, RFP Document B: Instructions to Respondents, RFP Response Forms (C-1 Proposal Form and Cost Analysis, C-2 Non-Collusion Affidavit, C-3 Anti-Lobbying Certificate, C-4 Federal Funding Form, C-5 Drug Free Workplace, C-6 Lobbying, C-7 Debarment & Suspension, C-8 References), Bid Security, RFP Document DS-1: Proposal Evaluation Statement, Charter Bus Services Agreement.
- Submit to
- Transportation Department, Central Unified School District, 4200 N Grantland Avenue, Fresno, California 93723
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Fresno, California
- Reported agency
- Central Unified School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Central Unified?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 18, 2026. 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: Transportation Department, Central Unified School District, 4200 N Grantland Avenue, Fresno, California 93723. For questions, contact Amer Iqbal.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Central Unified in CA, 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 RFP 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 Amer Iqbal. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Charter bus services, Including labor, Vehicles, Fuel, And related equipment, Materials, And supplies.. 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: "Price and references." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Central Unified?
All active and historical solicitations from Central Unified are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Central Unified regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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: RFP Document A: Notice of Request for Proposals, RFP Document B: Instructions to Respondents, RFP Response Forms (C-1 Proposal Form and Cost Analysis, C-2 Non-Collusion Affidavit, C-3 Anti-Lobbying Ce. Review the full document from Central Unified for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Fresno, California. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.