Miami-Dade County Public Schools - Charter Bus Services, In and Out of County - ITB-26-006-MJ (2026)
Dade County School DistrictSchool · Miami, FL- Due
- Dec 3, 2026
- 22 days left
- Posted
- Nov 6, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Miranda James
- (305) 995-1621
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Summary
The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida is soliciting bids to establish a contract with pre-approved vendors to provide charter bus services for in-county, out-of-county, and out-of-state travel for student field trips and extracurricular activities.
The work involves transporting students using properly licensed and insured vehicles meeting Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and Florida Public Service Commission standards. All buses must be 2000 models or newer, air-conditioned with restrooms, and equipped with TV and VCR/DVD for out-of-county trips. Bidders must submit proposals electronically via Euna OpenBids by December 3, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. ET. A pre-bid conference is scheduled for November 19, 2026, via Google Meet. The initial contract term is three years with two successive one-year option periods.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Cover Page, Statement of “No Bid”, Acknowledgement of Amendments, Conflict of Interest, Debarment, Bidder’s Preference, Drug-Free Workplace, Local Business Affidavit of Eligibility, Anti-Collusion Statement, Bidder Experience, Submitted Bid Document Verification Form, Florida Statutes on Public Entity Crimes, Statement of Intent to Perform as a Certified Subcontractor/Subconsultant, Certification of Compliance 6465 – Commercial Anti-Discrimination in Business Operations and Practices, Foreign Country of Concern Attestation (PUR 1355), Vendor Affidavit Regarding the Use of Coercion for Labor and Services
- Submit to
- https://www.demandstar.com/app/registration
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Miami, FL
- Reported agency
- Miami-Dade County Public Schools
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Dade County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 3, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.demandstar.com/app/registration. For questions, contact Miranda James.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Dade County School District in FL, 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 Miranda James at (305) 995-1621. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Dade County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Dade County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Dade County 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 3, 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 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: Cover Page, Statement of “No Bid”, Acknowledgement of Amendments, Conflict of Interest, Debarment, Bidder’s Preference, Drug-Free Workplace, Local Business Affidavit of Eligibility, Anti-Collusion Sta. Review the full document from Dade County 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: Miami, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.