East Maine School District 63 Regular Education Student Transportation ITB 2026
School Administrative District 63School · Holden, ME- Due
- Feb 5, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 12, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Jordi Camps
- (847) 299-1900
The 30-second brief
East Maine School District 63 is soliciting sealed bids for regular education student transportation services for the 2026-2031 school years. Bids must include fleet maintenance, driver staffing, and routing for approximately 177 school days per year.
Bid Form A, Certificate Of Eligibility To Contract, Certificate Of Compliance With A Drug-Free Work Place Act, Certificate Of Non Discrimination, Certificate Regarding Sexual Harassment Policy, Contractor Resume
Financial responsibility, management experience, vehicle quality, GPS tracking capability, driver qualifications, facility location, overall cost
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Summary
East Maine School District 63 is soliciting sealed bids for regular education student transportation services for the 2026-2031 school years. Bids must include fleet maintenance, driver staffing, and routing for approximately 177 school days per year.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Financial responsibility
- Management experience
- Vehicle quality
- GPS tracking capability
- Driver qualifications
- Facility location
- Overall cost
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Bid Form A
- Certificate Of Eligibility To Contract
- Certificate Of Compliance With A Drug-Free Work Place Act
- Certificate Of Non Discrimination
- Certificate Regarding Sexual Harassment Policy
- Contractor Resume
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Appendix A
- Appendix B
- Appendix C
- Appendix D
- Appendix E
REQUIRED STAFFING
5- Submit to
- 10150 Dee Rd., Des Plaines, IL 60016
- Scope location
- Des Plaines, IL
- Reported agency
- East Maine School District 63
Questions about this ITB
How do I respond to this ITB from School Administrative District 63?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 5, 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: 10150 Dee Rd., Des Plaines, IL 60016. For questions, contact Jordi Camps.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this ITB?
Most government agencies, including School Administrative District 63 in ME, 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 ITB 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 Jordi Camps at (847) 299-1900. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: drivers, mechanics, dispatchers, support staff, driver assistants. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bid Form A, Certificate Of Eligibility To Contract, Certificate Of Compliance With A Drug-Free Work Place Act, Certificate Of Non Discrimination, Certificate Regarding Sexual Harassment Policy, Contractor Resume. 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: "Financial responsibility, management experience, vehicle quality, GPS tracking capability, driver qualifications, facility location, overall cost" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from School Administrative District 63?
All active and historical solicitations from School Administrative District 63 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, School Administrative District 63 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 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this ITB?
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: Appendix A, Appendix B, Appendix C, Appendix D, Appendix E. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from School Administrative District 63 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Des Plaines, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.