Department of Natural and Cultural Resources International Group Transportation Services - RFB DNCR 2026-20 (2026)
New Hampshire Department of Natural and Cultural Resources | State of New HampshireState · Concord, NH- Due
- Jun 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 23, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- David Webster
- (603) 823-7722 ext 721
The 30-second brief
The State of New Hampshire Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, Division of Parks and Recreation, is seeking proposals for international group transportation services at Franconia Notch State Park and Cannon Mountain in Franconia, New Hampshire. The scope of work involves providing licensed bus transportation for international students to and from lodging properties in the Franconia, Linwood, and Mt. Washington Valley areas. Services include morning and afternoon pick-ups for winter operating seasons from December 2026 through April 2028, accommodating a maximum of 51 people per bus with a capacity of 15 to 200 passengers per school based on function sheets. The contract requires comprehensive general liability insurance of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate, workers' compensation insurance, and adherence to state vendor registration requirements. Bids are due by June 30, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST, with a question deadline of June 22, 2026, and contract implementation targeted for December 1, 2026.
Lowest cost in total
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Summary
The State of New Hampshire Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, Division of Parks and Recreation, is seeking proposals for international group transportation services at Franconia Notch State Park and Cannon Mountain in Franconia, New Hampshire.
The scope of work involves providing licensed bus transportation for international students to and from lodging properties in the Franconia, Linwood, and Mt. Washington Valley areas. Services include morning and afternoon pick-ups for winter operating seasons from December 2026 through April 2028, accommodating a maximum of 51 people per bus with a capacity of 15 to 200 passengers per school based on function sheets. The contract requires comprehensive general liability insurance of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate, workers' compensation insurance, and adherence to state vendor registration requirements. Bids are due by June 30, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST, with a question deadline of June 22, 2026, and contract implementation targeted for December 1, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest cost in total
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Offer section
- Vendor Contact Information section
- Transmittal Letter form
- Certificate of insurance
- Workers' compensation insurance coverage
- Certificate of good standing
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 17 months
- Scope location
- Franconia, NH
- Reported agency
- State of New Hampshire
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from New Hampshire Department of Natural and Cultural Resources | State of New Hampshire?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 30, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact David Webster.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including New Hampshire Department of Natural and Cultural Resources | State of New Hampshire in NH, 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 David Webster at (603) 823-7722 ext 721. 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 cost in total" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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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 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: Offer section, Vendor Contact Information section, Transmittal Letter form, Certificate of insurance, Workers' compensation insurance coverage, Certificate of good standing. Review the full document from New Hampshire Department of Natural and Cultural Resources | State of New Hampshire for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Franconia, NH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.