Northern Region Educational Services Commission Student Transportation Services Bid 031826 - 2025-2026 School Year
Northern Region Educational Services CommissionSpecial District · Wayne, NJ- Due
- Mar 18, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Ann Kluck
- (973) 614-8585 ext 4
The 30-second brief
The Northern Region Educational Services Commission is soliciting bids for student transportation services for the 2025-2026 school year. Sealed bids for various school routes are due by March 18, 2026, at 10:00 am.
Bid Sheet, Meeting Vehicles Specifications Confirmation Form, Insurance Coverage Evidence, Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act Compliance Assurance, School Bus Driver Annual Certification, Prescribed Form of Questionnaire, Stockholder Disclosure, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Affirmative Action Documentation
Lowest per diem route cost, lowest aide cost, lowest increase/decrease adjustment cost
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Summary
The Northern Region Educational Services Commission is soliciting bids for student transportation services for the 2025-2026 school year. Sealed bids for various school routes are due by March 18, 2026, at 10:00 am.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Lowest per diem route cost
- Lowest aide cost
- Lowest increase/decrease adjustment cost
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Bid Sheet
- Meeting Vehicles Specifications Confirmation Form
- Insurance Coverage Evidence
- Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act Compliance Assurance
- School Bus Driver Annual Certification
- Prescribed Form of Questionnaire
- Stockholder Disclosure
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Affirmative Action Documentation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Vehicle Registration Cards
- Certificate of Employee Information Report
- Bidder's Guarantee
- Business Registration Certificate
- Consent of Surety
- Submit to
- 82 Totowa Road, Wayne, New Jersey 07470
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Wayne, NJ
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Northern Region Educational Services Commission?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 18, 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: 82 Totowa Road, Wayne, New Jersey 07470. For questions, contact Ann Kluck.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Northern Region Educational Services Commission in NJ, 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 Ann Kluck at (973) 614-8585 ext 4. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bid Sheet, Meeting Vehicles Specifications Confirmation Form, Insurance Coverage Evidence, Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act Compliance Assurance, School Bus Driver Annual Certification, Prescribed Form of Questionnaire, Stockholder Disclosure, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Affirmative Action D. 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: "Lowest per diem route cost, lowest aide cost, lowest increase/decrease adjustment cost" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Northern Region Educational Services Commission?
All active and historical solicitations from Northern Region Educational Services Commission are tracked and searchable. As a special district agency, Northern Region Educational Services Commission 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.
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: Vehicle Registration Cards, Certificate of Employee Information Report, Bidder's Guarantee, Business Registration Certificate, Consent of Surety. Review the full document from Northern Region Educational Services Commission for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Wayne, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.