Las Virgenes Unified School District School Bus Supplemental Transportation Services RFP 2026
Las Virgenes UnifiedSchool · Calabasas, CA- Due
- May 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 29, 2026
- Primary contact
- Claire Borsheim
- (818) 880-4000
The 30-second brief
Las Virgenes Unified School District is soliciting proposals from qualified transportation providers to furnish school bus transportation services for field trips, athletic trips, school activity trips, and other transportation services on an as-needed basis. Services will support the District's instructional, co-curricular, athletic, enrichment, and student activity programs.
Proposal Submission Checklist, Cover Letter, Table of Contents, Minimum Qualifications Statement, Organizational and Operational Narrative, Fleet and Equipment Description, Maintenance and Inspection Program, Driver and Personnel Program, Safety and Emergency Response Program, Pricing Quotation Form, Client References, Insurance Documentation, Addenda Acknowledgment, Required Certifications and Forms
Safety, compliance, and student protection (30%), Operational capacity and reliability (25%), Experience and references (20%), Pricing and fiscal value (20%), Administrative responsiveness and proposal quality (5%)
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Summary
Las Virgenes Unified School District is soliciting proposals from qualified transportation providers to furnish school bus transportation services for field trips, athletic trips, school activity trips, and other transportation services on an as-needed basis.
Services will support the District's instructional, co-curricular, athletic, enrichment, and student activity programs.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
14- Proposal Submission Checklist
- Cover Letter
- Table of Contents
- Minimum Qualifications Statement
- Organizational and Operational Narrative
- Fleet and Equipment Description
- Maintenance and Inspection Program
- Driver and Personnel Program
- Safety and Emergency Response Program
- Pricing Quotation Form
- Client References
- Insurance Documentation
- Addenda Acknowledgment
- Required Certifications and Forms
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
17- Attachment A - Proposal Submission Checklist
- Attachment B - Pricing Quotation Form
- Attachment C - Client References
- Attachment D - Contractor Representation and Certification
- Attachment E - Non-Collusion Declaration
- Attachment F - Acknowledgment of Bidding Practices Regarding Indemnity
- Attachment G - Certification of Restrictions on Lobbying
- Attachment H - Certification Regarding Debarment
- Suspension
- Other Responsibility Matters
- Exhibit B - Workers Compensation Certification
- Exhibit C - Drug-Free Workplace Certification
- Exhibit D - Alcoholic Beverage and Tobacco-Free Campus Policy Certification
- Exhibit E - Notice Regarding Criminal Records Check
- Exhibit F - Background Check and Tuberculosis Certification
- Exhibit G - W-9 Form
- Exhibit H - Insurance Requirements
- Submit to
- 4111 Las Virgenes Road, Calabasas, CA 91302
- Scope location
- Los Angeles County, Ventura County, California
- Reported agency
- Las Virgenes Unified School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Las Virgenes Unified?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 22, 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: 4111 Las Virgenes Road, Calabasas, CA 91302. For questions, contact Claire Borsheim.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Las Virgenes 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 Claire Borsheim at (818) 880-4000. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Proposal Submission Checklist, Cover Letter, Table of Contents, Minimum Qualifications Statement, Organizational and Operational Narrative, Fleet and Equipment Description, Maintenance and Inspection Program, Driver and Personnel Program, Safety and Emergency Response Program, Pricing Quotation Form. 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: "Safety, compliance, and student protection (30%), Operational capacity and reliability (25%), Experience and references (20%), Pricing and fiscal value (20%), Administrative responsiveness and proposa..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Las Virgenes Unified?
All active and historical solicitations from Las Virgenes Unified are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Las Virgenes Unified 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: Attachment A - Proposal Submission Checklist, Attachment B - Pricing Quotation Form, Attachment C - Client References, Attachment D - Contractor Representation and Certification, Attachment E - Non-Co. Review the full document from Las Virgenes 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: Los Angeles County, Ventura County, California. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.