Manhattan Elementary School District 114 Student Transportation Services Bid 2026
Manhattan SD 114School · Manhattan, IL- Due
- Apr 7, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 2, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Damien Aherne
The 30-second brief
Manhattan Elementary School District 114 is accepting sealed bids for Student Transportation Services. The contract will be for three years beginning August 1, 2026, with the option to renew. Services include home-to-school transportation, after-school activity transportation, and individual run rates for field trips and events.
Student transportation services, Including home-to-school, After-school activities, And single run rates.
Determined by the Board of Education, considering factors such as satisfactory substitute, early delivery date, bidder reputation, responsible bidder status, and accepted exceptions/deviations.
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Summary
Manhattan Elementary School District 114 is accepting sealed bids for Student Transportation Services.
The contract will be for three years beginning August 1, 2026, with the option to renew. Services include home-to-school transportation, after-school activity transportation, and individual run rates for field trips and events.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Determined by the Board of Education
- Considering factors such as satisfactory substitute
- Early delivery date
- Bidder reputation
- Responsible bidder status
- Accepted exceptions/deviations
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Student transportation services
- Including home-to-school
- After-school activities
- Single run rates
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Bid instructions and specifications
- Certificate of Eligibility to Bid
- Certificate of Compliance with Illinois Drug-Free Workplace Act
- Certificate Regarding Sexual Harassment Policy
- Financial Report
- References
- Bid Bond
- Performance Bond
- Submit to
- 15414 W. Smith Rd., Manhattan, IL 60442
- Scope location
- Manhattan, IL
- Reported agency
- Manhattan Elementary School District 114
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Manhattan SD 114?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 7, 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: 15414 W. Smith Rd., Manhattan, IL 60442. For questions, contact Damien Aherne.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Manhattan SD 114 in IL, 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 Bid 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 Damien Aherne. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Student transportation services, Including home-to-school, After-school activities, And single run rates.. 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: "Determined by the Board of Education, considering factors such as satisfactory substitute, early delivery date, bidder reputation, responsible bidder status, and accepted exceptions/deviations." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Manhattan SD 114?
All active and historical solicitations from Manhattan SD 114 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Manhattan SD 114 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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: Bid instructions and specifications, Certificate of Eligibility to Bid, Certificate of Compliance with Illinois Drug-Free Workplace Act, Certificate Regarding Sexual Harassment Policy, Financial Repor. Review the full document from Manhattan SD 114 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Manhattan, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.