Duval County Public Schools Student Transportation Services GSA 5 RFP
Duval County School DistrictSchool · Jacksonville, FL- Due
- Nov 12, 2026
- 26 days left
- Posted
- Oct 9, 2026
- Primary contact
- Decarla Bates
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SUMMARY
Duval County Public Schools is seeking an experienced firm to provide Student Transportation Services for a designated area of the district.
The contractor shall supply and maintain school buses and personnel to fulfill basic, supplemental, and summer program transportation services, along with required back-up personnel and equipment. The contractor assumes all financial and service-related responsibilities including facilities, equipment, employee training, insurances, licensing, and inspections. Proposals are due by November 12, 2026.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Student Transportation Services GSA 5
- Submit to
- https://www.demandstar.com/app/limited/bids/553441/details
- Scope location
- Jacksonville, FL
- Reported agency
- Duval County Public Schools
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Duval County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 12, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.demandstar.com/app/limited/bids/553441/details. For questions, contact Decarla Bates.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Duval County School District in FL, 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 Decarla Bates. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Duval County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Duval County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Duval County School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 12, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Student Transportation Services GSA 5. Review the full document from Duval County School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Jacksonville, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.