Lamar Consolidated Independent School District Charter Bus Transportation Services RFP 01-2026JC
Lamar Consolidated Independent School DistrictSchool · Rosenberg, TX- Due
- Nov 10, 2026
- 14 days left
- Posted
- Oct 20, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
The 30-second brief
Lamar CISD in Fort Bend County seeks qualified charter bus transportation providers to establish a multiple-award contract for safe, reliable, and cost-effective transportation services across 58 campuses and 9 district sites. The scope includes 39-47 and 55-57 passenger tour buses equipped with air conditioning and restrooms for departure and return from Lamar CISD. Vendors must submit pricing for various configurations including Monday-Thursday and Friday-Sunday rates, hourly rates, mileage tiers, cancellation costs, and extra-ordinary costs for lodging or relief drivers. Responses are due by November 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM CT via LCISD's electronic bidding system. A virtual pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for October 28, 2026, at 10:00 AM via Microsoft Teams. The initial contract term is for one year with options to renew annually for up to four additional one-year terms.
39-47 Passenger tour bus with air conditioning and restroom; 55-57 Passenger tour bus with air conditioning and restroom
Price (25), Reputation of the vendor and of the vendor's goods or services (15), Quality of the vendor's goods or services (10), The extent to which the goods or services meet the district's needs (20), Vendor's past relationship with the district (5), Impact on the ability of the district to comply with laws and rules (0), Total long-term cost to the district to acquire the vendor's goods or services (15), Whether the vendor or ultimate parent company has principal place of business in state or employs at least 500 persons in state (10)
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Summary
Lamar CISD in Fort Bend County seeks qualified charter bus transportation providers to establish a multiple-award contract for safe, reliable, and cost-effective transportation services across 58 campuses and 9 district sites.
The scope includes 39-47 and 55-57 passenger tour buses equipped with air conditioning and restrooms for departure and return from Lamar CISD. Vendors must submit pricing for various configurations including Monday-Thursday and Friday-Sunday rates, hourly rates, mileage tiers, cancellation costs, and extra-ordinary costs for lodging or relief drivers. Responses are due by November 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM CT via LCISD's electronic bidding system. A virtual pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for October 28, 2026, at 10:00 AM via Microsoft Teams. The initial contract term is for one year with options to renew annually for up to four additional one-year terms.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price (25), Reputation of the vendor and of the vendor's goods or services (15), Quality of the vendor's goods or services (10), The extent to which the goods or services meet the district's needs (20), Vendor's past relationship with the district (5), Impact on the ability of the district to comply with laws and rules (0), Total long-term cost to the district to acquire the vendor's goods or services (15), Whether the vendor or ultimate parent company has principal place of business in state or employs at least 500 persons in state (10)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
39-47 Passenger tour bus with air conditioning and restroom; 55-57 Passenger tour bus with air conditioning and restroom
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Conflict of Interest Form
- Completed 1295 Form
- Completed W-9 Form
- Reference Questionnaire
- Edgar Certifications
- Overview of your Driver Training Program
- Lamar CISD Confidential
- Lamar CISD Deviation Exception Form
- Insurance
- Submit to
- https://lcisd.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=195&SourceType=1
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Fort Bend County, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Lamar Consolidated Independent School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 10, 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://lcisd.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=195&SourceType=1.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Lamar Consolidated Independent School District in TX, 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: 39-47 Passenger tour bus with air conditioning and restroom; 55-57 Passenger tour bus with air conditioning and restroom. 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: "Price (25), Reputation of the vendor and of the vendor's goods or services (15), Quality of the vendor's goods or services (10), The extent to which the goods or services meet the district's needs (20..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lamar Consolidated Independent School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Lamar Consolidated Independent School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Lamar Consolidated Independent School District 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 10, 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: Conflict of Interest Form, Completed 1295 Form, Completed W-9 Form, Reference Questionnaire, Edgar Certifications, Overview of your Driver Training Program, Lamar CISD Confidential, Lamar CISD Deviati. Review the full document from Lamar Consolidated Independent 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: Fort Bend County, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.