City of Salem - Homeless Student Transportation Services - IFB No. 26-34-SPS (2026)
City of SalemCity · Salem, MA- Due
- Feb 10, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Anthony Delaney
- (978) 619-5696
The 30-second brief
The City of Salem Public School District is seeking bids for fixed route homeless student transportation services on a per route basis for three academic years from 2026 to 2029, with potential for two additional option years. Services include daily pupil transport using school pupil transport vehicles meeting MGL Ch90 Section 7D, afterschool, summer, vacation period transportation, and wheelchair transportation as required. The submission deadline is February 10, 2026, at 11:00 AM. Bids must be submitted to the Office of the Chief Procurement Officer, 93 Washington Street, 2nd Floor, Salem, MA 01970. The contract requires prevailing wage compliance, general liability and motor vehicle insurance, and adherence to Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 30B.
Lowest price for each service area over the contract period
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Summary
The City of Salem Public School District is seeking bids for fixed route homeless student transportation services on a per route basis for three academic years from 2026 to 2029, with potential for two additional option years.
Services include daily pupil transport using school pupil transport vehicles meeting MGL Ch90 Section 7D, afterschool, summer, vacation period transportation, and wheelchair transportation as required. The submission deadline is February 10, 2026, at 11:00 AM. Bids must be submitted to the Office of the Chief Procurement Officer, 93 Washington Street, 2nd Floor, Salem, MA 01970. The contract requires prevailing wage compliance, general liability and motor vehicle insurance, and adherence to Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 30B.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest price for each service area over the contract period
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
12- Completed Cover Sheet
- Bidder's Checklist
- Bid Form
- Certificate of Non-Collusion
- Signed Tax Compliance Certification
- Certificate as to Corporate Bidder
- Prevailing Wage Certification
- CORI Acknowledgement
- Letter of Transmittal
- Company Profile
- Contract List (Form)
- Acknowledgement of Addenda
- Submit to
- Office of the Chief Procurement Officer, 93 Washington Street, 2nd Floor, Salem, MA 01970
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Salem, MA
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from City of Salem?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 10, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Office of the Chief Procurement Officer, 93 Washington Street, 2nd Floor, Salem, MA 01970. For questions, contact Anthony Delaney.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including City of Salem in MA, 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 IFB 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 Anthony Delaney at (978) 619-5696. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Lowest price for each service area over the contract period" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Salem?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Salem are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Salem 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
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: Completed Cover Sheet, Bidder's Checklist, Bid Form, Certificate of Non-Collusion, Signed Tax Compliance Certification, Certificate as to Corporate Bidder, Prevailing Wage Certification, CORI Acknowle. Review the full document from City of Salem for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Salem, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
