Orland School District 135 Student Transportation Services Bid
Orland SD 135School · Orland Park, IL- Due
- Feb 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Scott Beranek
- (708) 364-3312
The 30-second brief
Orland School District 135 is seeking bids for student transportation services for the 2026-2027 school year and potentially subsequent years. The bid includes regular education student transportation services.
Bid Form, Bid Bond, Proof of Insurability, Hold Harmless Agreement, Certificate of Compliance with Illinois Drug Free Workplace, Certificate regarding Sexual Harassment Policy, Certificate of Eligibility to Contract, Anti-collusion affidavit of compliance, Signed bid documents, Exhibits, And certificates, Base Bid Proposal Form(s) Signed, Bid Sheet Form(s)
Lowest responsible bidder meeting specifications, safety record, recommendations, equipment, safety and comfort of pupils, stability of service, experience, past performance, training procedures and practices, reliability, reputation, competency, financial stability, facilities, and resources.
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Summary
Orland School District 135 is seeking bids for student transportation services for the 2026-2027 school year and potentially subsequent years. The bid includes regular education student transportation services.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
15- Lowest responsible bidder meeting specifications
- Safety record
- Recommendations
- Equipment
- Safety and comfort of pupils
- Stability of service
- Experience
- Past performance
- Training procedures and practices
- Reliability
- Reputation
- Competency
- Financial stability
- Facilities
- Resources
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
13- Bid Form
- Bid Bond
- Proof of Insurability
- Hold Harmless Agreement
- Certificate of Compliance with Illinois Drug Free Workplace
- Certificate regarding Sexual Harassment Policy
- Certificate of Eligibility to Contract
- Anti-collusion affidavit of compliance
- Signed bid documents
- Exhibits
- Certificates
- Base Bid Proposal Form(s) Signed
- Bid Sheet Form(s)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
12- Bid Bond
- Financial statements
- Insurance certificate
- Base Bid Proposal
- Schedule I - Regular Education Transportation Services
- Schedule II - Regular Education Transportation Package Services
- Anti-collusion affidavit of compliance
- Proof of Insurability (attach sample Certificate of Insurance)
- Hold Harmless Agreement
- Certificate of Compliance with Illinois Drug Free Workplace
- Certificate regarding Sexual Harassment Policy
- Certificate of Eligibility to Contract
REQUIRED STAFFING
4- Submit to
- Orland School District 135, District Office, 15100 S. 94TH Avenue, Orland Park, Illinois 60462
- Scope location
- Orland Park, Illinois
- Reported agency
- Orland School District 135
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Orland SD 135?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 27, 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: Orland School District 135, District Office, 15100 S. 94TH Avenue, Orland Park, Illinois 60462. For questions, contact Scott Beranek.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Orland SD 135 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 Scott Beranek at (708) 364-3312. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Transportation Manager, Assistant Manager/Safety Coordinator, Dispatcher, Route Coordinator. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bid Form, Bid Bond, Proof of Insurability, Hold Harmless Agreement, Certificate of Compliance with Illinois Drug Free Workplace, Certificate regarding Sexual Harassment Policy, Certificate of Eligibility to Contract, Anti-collusion affidavit of compliance, Signed bid documents, Exhibits, And certifi. 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 responsible bidder meeting specifications, safety record, recommendations, equipment, safety and comfort of pupils, stability of service, experience, past performance, training procedures and p..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Orland SD 135?
All active and historical solicitations from Orland SD 135 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Orland SD 135 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 Bond, financial statements, insurance certificate, Base Bid Proposal, Schedule I - Regular Education Transportation Services, Schedule II - Regular Education Transportation Package Services, Anti-. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Orland SD 135 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Orland Park, Illinois. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.