City of Salem - Regular and Special Education Student Transportation Services - IFB No. 26-33-SPS (2026)
City of SalemCity · Salem, MA- Due
- Jan 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Anthony Delaney
- (978) 619-5696
The 30-second brief
The Salem Public School District is seeking bids for regular and special education student transportation services under IFB No. 26-33-SPS. The contract covers regular day school bus transportation (currently requiring twelve 77-passenger buses) and in-district special education transportation (six smaller buses, including 29-passenger and 32-passenger wheelchair-accessible vehicles), plus athletic, extracurricular, and field trip travel. Services are required for three academic years (2026-2027 through 2028-2029) with options to extend for two additional one-year terms (2029-2030 and 2030-2031). Bids are due by January 27, 2026, at 11:00 AM at the Office of the Chief Procurement Officer, 93 Washington Street, 2nd Floor, Salem, MA 01970. Procurement is conducted pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 30B, Section 5. Requirements include a performance bond (100%), CORI checks and fingerprinting for drivers, prevailing wage compliance, and specific insurance coverages.
Regular day pupil transportation services (77-passenger buses); In-district special education transportation services (29-passenger and 32-passenger wheelchair accessible buses); Athletic and extracurricular event transportation; Field trip travel; Additional late bus and supplementary services
Lowest and most responsive bidder for each item 1-4
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Summary
The Salem Public School District is seeking bids for regular and special education student transportation services under IFB No. 26-33-SPS. The contract covers regular day school bus transportation (currently requiring twelve 77-passenger buses) and in-district special education transportation (six smaller buses, including 29-passenger and 32-passenger wheelchair-accessible vehicles), plus athletic, extracurricular, and field trip travel.
Services are required for three academic years (2026-2027 through 2028-2029) with options to extend for two additional one-year terms (2029-2030 and 2030-2031). Bids are due by January 27, 2026, at 11:00 AM at the Office of the Chief Procurement Officer, 93 Washington Street, 2nd Floor, Salem, MA 01970. Procurement is conducted pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 30B, Section 5. Requirements include a performance bond (100%), CORI checks and fingerprinting for drivers, prevailing wage compliance, and specific insurance coverages.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest and most responsive bidder for each item 1-4
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Regular day pupil transportation services (77-passenger buses)
- In-district special education transportation services (29-passenger and 32-passenger wheelchair accessible buses)
- Athletic and extracurricular event transportation
- Field trip travel
- Additional late bus and supplementary services
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
- Performance Bond
- Submit to
- Office of the Chief Procurement Officer, 93 Washington Street, 2nd Floor, Salem, MA 01970
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Salem, MA
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Salem?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 27, 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: 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 Bid?
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 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 Anthony Delaney at (978) 619-5696. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Regular day pupil transportation services (77-passenger buses); In-district special education transportation services (29-passenger and 32-passenger wheelchair accessible buses); Athletic and extracurricular event transportation; Field trip travel; Additional late bus and supplementary services. 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: "Lowest and most responsive bidder for each item 1-4" 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 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: 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.
