Frederick County Public Schools - 27T2, Bus Planning and Routing Software - 2026
Frederick County Public SchoolsSchool · Frederick, MD- Due
- Dec 3, 2026
- 30 days left
- Posted
- Oct 21, 2026
- Contract term
- 6 years
- Primary contact
- Fred Punturiero
- (301) 644-5376
The 30-second brief
Frederick County Public Schools is seeking proposals for bus routing and planning software, serving 48,000 students across 71 schools in Frederick County, Maryland. The base scope is limited to bus routing and planning, excluding fleet maintenance. Optional features include GPS/telematics tracking for the bus fleet and support vehicles ("white fleet"), parent notification and bus-tracking mobile apps, student ridership monitoring (manual or automated via RFID/NFC/barcode), field trip management, and employee/driver data integration. The contract features an initial term through June 30, 2032, with two 5-year renewal options. Proposals are due by December 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM, with questions due by November 20, 2026. A non-mandatory pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for November 4, 2026.
System Approach & Functionality 25, Qualifications and Expertise 25, Implementation, Training, & Support 20, Value-Added Services/Responsiveness 10, Cost Proposals 20
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Summary
Frederick County Public Schools is seeking proposals for bus routing and planning software, serving 48,000 students across 71 schools in Frederick County, Maryland.
The base scope is limited to bus routing and planning, excluding fleet maintenance. Optional features include GPS/telematics tracking for the bus fleet and support vehicles ("white fleet"), parent notification and bus-tracking mobile apps, student ridership monitoring (manual or automated via RFID/NFC/barcode), field trip management, and employee/driver data integration. The contract features an initial term through June 30, 2032, with two 5-year renewal options. Proposals are due by December 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM, with questions due by November 20, 2026. A non-mandatory pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for November 4, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- System Approach & Functionality 25
- Qualifications and Expertise 25
- Implementation
- Training
- & Support 20
- Value-Added Services/Responsiveness 10
- Cost Proposals 20
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Proposal
- Fee/Cost Proposal
- Statutory Affidavit and Non-Collusion Form
- Certificate of Compliance Form
- Vendor Conflict of Interest Disclosure Form
- W9
- Proprietary Information Form
- Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR) and Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT)
- Submit to
- https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/fcps
- Duration
- 68 months
- Scope location
- Frederick, MD
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Frederick County Public Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 3, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/fcps. For questions, contact Fred Punturiero.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Frederick County Public Schools in MD, 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 Fred Punturiero at (301) 644-5376. 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: "System Approach & Functionality 25, Qualifications and Expertise 25, Implementation, Training, & Support 20, Value-Added Services/Responsiveness 10, Cost Proposals 20" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Frederick County Public Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Frederick County Public Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Frederick County Public Schools 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 6 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 3, 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: Proposal, Fee/Cost Proposal, Statutory Affidavit and Non-Collusion Form, Certificate of Compliance Form, Vendor Conflict of Interest Disclosure Form, W9, Proprietary Information Form, Accessibility Co. Review the full document from Frederick County Public Schools for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Frederick, MD. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.