Niskayuna Central School District - Private/Out-of-District Transportation Routes - NCSD-27-005 (2026)
Niskayuna Central School DistrictSchool · Schenectady, NY- Due
- Nov 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 28, 2026
- Duration
- 3 months
- Primary contact
- Michael DeSantis
- (518) 377-4666 ext 50701
The 30-second brief
The Niskayuna Central School District seeks bids for private out-of-district student transportation services across multiple routes for the period of December 1, 2026 through February 26, 2027 (51 school days). The scope involves transporting students to schools including Northeast Parent and Child Society, Crossroads Center for Children, Wildwood, Pine Bush, Kipp Tech Valley Primary, Valley Middle School, and St. Madeleine Sophie School within Schenectady and Albany counties. Bidders must provide compliant vehicles with air conditioning, meet New York State Department of Transportation regulations, and comply with Article 19-A driver requirements. Submissions are due by November 6, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. at the Purchasing Office located at 1430 Balltown Road, Niskayuna, NY 12309. Pricing serves as a primary evaluation factor, and contracts will be awarded by route.
Transportation for six private/out-of-district bus routes for 51 school days, December 1, 2026 through February 26, 2027
Pricing, demonstrated ability to meet District needs
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Summary
The Niskayuna Central School District seeks bids for private out-of-district student transportation services across multiple routes for the period of December 1, 2026 through February 26, 2027 (51 school days).
The scope involves transporting students to schools including Northeast Parent and Child Society, Crossroads Center for Children, Wildwood, Pine Bush, Kipp Tech Valley Primary, Valley Middle School, and St. Madeleine Sophie School within Schenectady and Albany counties. Bidders must provide compliant vehicles with air conditioning, meet New York State Department of Transportation regulations, and comply with Article 19-A driver requirements. Submissions are due by November 6, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. at the Purchasing Office located at 1430 Balltown Road, Niskayuna, NY 12309. Pricing serves as a primary evaluation factor, and contracts will be awarded by route.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Pricing, demonstrated ability to meet District needs
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Transportation for six private/out-of-district bus routes for 51 school days
- December 1
- 2026 through February 26
- 2027
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Attachment A - Fee Proposal
- Attachment B - Equipment Description Form
- Attachment C - Vendor Form
- Attachment D - Non Collusive Bidding Certification
- Attachment E - Iran Divestment Act of 2012 Certification
- Attachment F - Certification of Insurance
- Attachment G - References
- Submit to
- Purchasing Office, Niskayuna Central School District, 1430 Balltown Road, Niskayuna, NY 12309
- Scope location
- Niskayuna, NY
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Niskayuna Central School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 6, 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: Purchasing Office, Niskayuna Central School District, 1430 Balltown Road, Niskayuna, NY 12309. For questions, contact Michael DeSantis.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Niskayuna Central 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 IFB 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 Michael DeSantis at (518) 377-4666 ext 50701. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Transportation for six private/out-of-district bus routes for 51 school days, December 1, 2026 through February 26, 2027. 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: "Pricing, demonstrated ability to meet District needs" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Niskayuna Central School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Niskayuna Central School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Niskayuna Central 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 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
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 - Fee Proposal, Attachment B - Equipment Description Form, Attachment C - Vendor Form, Attachment D - Non Collusive Bidding Certification, Attachment E - Iran Divestment Act of 2012 Certi. Review the full document from Niskayuna Central 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: Niskayuna, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.