Fontana Unified School District - Student Transportation Vehicle Services - RFP No. 25/26-0035 (2026)
Fontana UnifiedSchool · Fontana, CA- Due
- Feb 18, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 2, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Mary Stevens
- (909) 357-7510
The 30-second brief
The Fontana Unified School District is seeking proposals from qualified vendors to provide safe, reliable, and efficient student transportation services under RFP No. 25/26-0035. The scope includes scheduled daily routes, door-to-door service, and non-bus transportation for Transitional Kindergarten (TK) and Kindergarten (K) students from school sites to approved Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELOP) or partner locations. Services require compliant passenger vehicles equipped with safety features, air conditioning, and background-checked drivers holding valid California driver's licenses. Proposals are due by 2:00 pm on February 18, 2026, with a vendor question deadline of February 11, 2026. Evaluation criteria emphasize safety, technical approach, cost, and vendor experience.
Base Fair/Minimum Trip Fee, Per Mile Fee, Consistent Driver, No Show or Late Cancel, Wait time Fees, Gas Price Adjustment, Mini-Van, Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle, Rider Assistant, Para-Professional, Audio and/or Video Recording, Forward-Facing Carseat, Seatbelt Buckle Guard, Safety Vest and/or Car Harness
Safety (60%), Cost (20%), Technical Approach (10%), Experience (10%)
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Summary
The Fontana Unified School District is seeking proposals from qualified vendors to provide safe, reliable, and efficient student transportation services under RFP No. 25/26-0035.
The scope includes scheduled daily routes, door-to-door service, and non-bus transportation for Transitional Kindergarten (TK) and Kindergarten (K) students from school sites to approved Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELOP) or partner locations. Services require compliant passenger vehicles equipped with safety features, air conditioning, and background-checked drivers holding valid California driver's licenses. Proposals are due by 2:00 pm on February 18, 2026, with a vendor question deadline of February 11, 2026. Evaluation criteria emphasize safety, technical approach, cost, and vendor experience.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
14- Base Fair/Minimum Trip Fee
- Per Mile Fee
- Consistent Driver
- No Show or Late Cancel
- Wait time Fees
- Gas Price Adjustment
- Mini-Van
- Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle
- Rider Assistant
- Para-Professional
- Audio and/or Video Recording
- Forward-Facing Carseat
- Seatbelt Buckle Guard
- Safety Vest and/or Car Harness
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Company-Contact Information
- Information Required of Bidder
- Non-Collusion Declaration
- Criminal Records Check
- Certificate Regarding Workers' Compensation
- EDGAR
- Debarment
- Suspension and Other Responsibility Matters
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/fusd
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Fontana, CA
- Reported agency
- Fontana Unified School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Fontana Unified?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 18, 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: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/fusd. For questions, contact Mary Stevens.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Fontana Unified in CA, 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 Mary Stevens at (909) 357-7510. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Base Fair/Minimum Trip Fee, Per Mile Fee, Consistent Driver, No Show or Late Cancel, Wait time Fees, Gas Price Adjustment, Mini-Van, Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle, Rider Assistant, Para-Professional, Audio and/or Video Recording, Forward-Facing Carseat, Seatbelt Buckle Guard, Safety Vest and/or Car. 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: "Safety (60%), Cost (20%), Technical Approach (10%), Experience (10%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Fontana Unified?
All active and historical solicitations from Fontana Unified are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Fontana Unified 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Company-Contact Information, Information Required of Bidder, Non-Collusion Declaration, Criminal Records Check, Certificate Regarding Workers' Compensation, EDGAR, Debarment, Suspension and Other Resp. Review the full document from Fontana Unified for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Fontana, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.