Glendale Unified School District - Alternative Non-Bus Student Transportation - RFP No. 010-25/26 (2025)
Glendale UnifiedSchool · Glendale, CA- Due
- Nov 20, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 24, 2025
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Barbara Howard
- (818) 241-3111
The 30-second brief
The Glendale Unified School District is seeking bids for alternative non-bus student transportation services to transport students from home to school. The work involves providing four door vehicles and vans on an as-needed basis for home-to-school runs, special education transportation, and student shuttles within Glendale, California. The contract term is one year with four one-year renewal options, up to a maximum potential term of five years. Bidders must submit proposals by November 20, 2025, at 1:00 PM PST, accompanied by a 10% bid security or bid bond, with inquiries due by November 6, 2025. Required submittals include completed proposal forms, price schedules, non-collusion declarations, worker's compensation certificates, criminal records check certifications, and minimum of three references from comparable public agencies.
Four Door Vehicle, Vans, Aide/Attendant Assigned to Sedan, Aide/Attendant Assigned to Small Vans, Aide/Attendant Assigned to Non-Contracted Services, Wheelchair Fee per Student, Car Seat, Safety Vest, Wait Time Fee, Late/Cancel Fee, No-Show Fee
Grand total pricing on Bid Form, demonstrated ability to support the student alternative non-bus student transportation program, competency of bidders
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Summary
The Glendale Unified School District is seeking bids for alternative non-bus student transportation services to transport students from home to school.
The work involves providing four door vehicles and vans on an as-needed basis for home-to-school runs, special education transportation, and student shuttles within Glendale, California. The contract term is one year with four one-year renewal options, up to a maximum potential term of five years. Bidders must submit proposals by November 20, 2025, at 1:00 PM PST, accompanied by a 10% bid security or bid bond, with inquiries due by November 6, 2025. Required submittals include completed proposal forms, price schedules, non-collusion declarations, worker's compensation certificates, criminal records check certifications, and minimum of three references from comparable public agencies.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Grand total pricing on Bid Form, demonstrated ability to support the student alternative non-bus student transportation program, competency of bidders
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- Four Door Vehicle
- Vans
- Aide/Attendant Assigned to Sedan
- Aide/Attendant Assigned to Small Vans
- Aide/Attendant Assigned to Non-Contracted Services
- Wheelchair Fee per Student
- Car Seat
- Safety Vest
- Wait Time Fee
- Late/Cancel Fee
- No-Show Fee
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Proposal Form/Price Schedule
- Proposal Questionnaire
- School Non-Bus Inventory and Property Summary
- Non-Collusion Declaration
- Certificate Regarding Criminal Records Check
- Certificate Regarding Worker's Compensation
- Bid Security or Bid Bond
- Drug-Free Workplace Certification
- References
- Submit to
- Glendale Unified School District, Procurement & Contract Services, 223 North Jackson Street, Room 305, Glendale, CA 91026 or via email to [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Glendale, CA
- Reported agency
- Glendale Unified School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Glendale Unified?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 20, 2025. 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: Glendale Unified School District, Procurement & Contract Services, 223 North Jackson Street, Room 305, Glendale, CA 91026 or via email to [email protected]. For questions, contact Barbara Howard.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Glendale 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 Barbara Howard at (818) 241-3111. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Four Door Vehicle, Vans, Aide/Attendant Assigned to Sedan, Aide/Attendant Assigned to Small Vans, Aide/Attendant Assigned to Non-Contracted Services, Wheelchair Fee per Student, Car Seat, Safety Vest, Wait Time Fee, Late/Cancel Fee, No-Show Fee. 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: "Grand total pricing on Bid Form, demonstrated ability to support the student alternative non-bus student transportation program, competency of bidders" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Glendale Unified?
All active and historical solicitations from Glendale Unified are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Glendale 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: Proposal Form/Price Schedule, Proposal Questionnaire, School Non-Bus Inventory and Property Summary, Non-Collusion Declaration, Certificate Regarding Criminal Records Check, Certificate Regarding Work. Review the full document from Glendale 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: Glendale, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.