Fort Cherry School District Contracted School Bus Transportation RFP
Fort Cherry SDSchool · Mc Donald, PA- Due
- Feb 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 5 years
The 30-second brief
Fort Cherry School District is seeking proposals for contracted school bus transportation services. Bidders are required to submit two alternative bids: one for splitting routes with another provider and another for transporting all routes within the district. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled, and proposals are due by a specific date.
Two (2) signed copies of the completed proposal (1 original, 1 photocopy)
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE & SAFETY RECORD, MAINTENANCE OF VEHICLES, DRIVER TRAINING PROGRAM, DRIVER UNIFORM PROGRAM, COST OF PROPOSAL
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Summary
Fort Cherry School District is seeking proposals for contracted school bus transportation services.
Bidders are required to submit two alternative bids: one for splitting routes with another provider and another for transporting all routes within the district. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled, and proposals are due by a specific date.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE & SAFETY RECORD
- MAINTENANCE OF VEHICLES
- DRIVER TRAINING PROGRAM
- DRIVER UNIFORM PROGRAM
- COST OF PROPOSAL
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Two (2) signed copies of the completed proposal (1 original, 1 photocopy)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
District Transportation Policies
- Submit to
- Business Manager, Fort Cherry School District, 110 Fort Cherry Road, McDonald, PA 15057
- Scope location
- McDonald, PA
- Reported agency
- Fort Cherry School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Fort Cherry SD?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 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: Business Manager, Fort Cherry School District, 110 Fort Cherry Road, McDonald, PA 15057.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Fort Cherry SD in PA, 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Two (2) signed copies of the completed proposal (1 original, 1 photocopy). 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: "PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE & SAFETY RECORD, MAINTENANCE OF VEHICLES, DRIVER TRAINING PROGRAM, DRIVER UNIFORM PROGRAM, COST OF PROPOSAL" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Fort Cherry SD?
All active and historical solicitations from Fort Cherry SD are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Fort Cherry SD 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 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: District Transportation Policies. Review the full document from Fort Cherry SD for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: McDonald, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.