REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR STUDENT TRANSPORTATION
Herricks Union Free School DistrictSchool · New Hyde Park, NY- Due
- Jan 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 18, 2025
- Primary contact
- Lisa Rutkoske
The 30-second brief
The Herricks Union Free School District is seeking proposals for student transportation services for the 2026-2027 school year. The RFP covers home-to-school transportation, athletic trips, field trips, and summer transportation. Proposals will be evaluated based on various criteria including experience, safety, and cost.
Student transportation services including home-to-school, athletic trips, field trips, and summer transportation.
Previous experience, management evaluation, safety programs, accident history, driving history, fleet inspection records, maintenance schedules, financial analysis, insurance compliance, overall cost.
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Summary
The Herricks Union Free School District is seeking proposals for student transportation services for the 2026-2027 school year.
The RFP covers home-to-school transportation, athletic trips, field trips, and summer transportation. Proposals will be evaluated based on various criteria including experience, safety, and cost.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
10- Previous experience
- Management evaluation
- Safety programs
- Accident history
- Driving history
- Fleet inspection records
- Maintenance schedules
- Financial analysis
- Insurance compliance
- Overall cost
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Student transportation services including home-to-school
- Athletic trips
- Field trips
- Summer transportation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Proposal Forms
- Financial statements
- Insurance certificates
- NYS DOT BUSNET summary
- Vehicle lists
- Safety program documentation
- Accident records
- Driving history records
- Etc
REQUIRED STAFFING
6- Submit to
- District Office, Herricks Union Free School District, 999B Herricks Road, New Hyde Park, New York 11040
- Scope location
- New Hyde Park, New York
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Herricks Union Free School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 30, 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: District Office, Herricks Union Free School District, 999B Herricks Road, New Hyde Park, New York 11040. For questions, contact Lisa Rutkoske.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Herricks Union Free School District in NY, 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 Lisa Rutkoske. 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, attendants/monitors, operations manager, safety supervisor/manager, dispatch manager, road supervisor.. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Student transportation services including home-to-school, athletic trips, field trips, and summer transportation.. 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, management evaluation, safety programs, accident history, driving history, fleet inspection records, maintenance schedules, financial analysis, insurance compliance, overall cost." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Herricks Union Free School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Herricks Union Free School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Herricks Union Free School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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 Forms, financial statements, insurance certificates, NYS DOT BUSNET summary, vehicle lists, safety program documentation, accident records, driving history records, etc.. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Herricks Union Free School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: New Hyde Park, New York. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.