Passaic City School District Student Transportation Services Bid 01T-27 - 2026-2027 School Year
Passaic City School DistrictSchool · Passaic, NJ- Due
- Jun 17, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 5, 2026
- Primary contact
- Vanessa Rivera
- (973) 470-5500 ext 5556
The 30-second brief
Passaic City School District is soliciting bids for student transportation services for the 2026-2027 school year under BID 01T-27. The scope of work includes designing efficient routes, providing a well-maintained fleet of buses and vans equipped with GPS, two-way communication, and video recording, and employing licensed drivers with P and S endorsements. Contractors must provide services for both general and special needs populations, adhering to ADA requirements and NJDOT regulations. Requirements include a valid Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity, a minimum of $5,000,000 in liability insurance, and comprehensive driver training programs. Bids are due by June 17, 2026, at the district's submission location in Passaic, NJ.
Transportation routes, Vehicle fleet, Trained staff, Safety protocols, Insurance coverage, Communication systems
Accident history, compliance with safety regulations, references, experience, reputation
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Summary
Passaic City School District is soliciting bids for student transportation services for the 2026-2027 school year under BID 01T-27.
The scope of work includes designing efficient routes, providing a well-maintained fleet of buses and vans equipped with GPS, two-way communication, and video recording, and employing licensed drivers with P and S endorsements. Contractors must provide services for both general and special needs populations, adhering to ADA requirements and NJDOT regulations. Requirements include a valid Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity, a minimum of $5,000,000 in liability insurance, and comprehensive driver training programs. Bids are due by June 17, 2026, at the district's submission location in Passaic, NJ.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Accident history
- Compliance with safety regulations
- References
- Experience
- Reputation
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Transportation routes
- Vehicle fleet
- Trained staff
- Safety protocols
- Insurance coverage
- Communication systems
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity
- Motor Carrier License
- Insurance certificates
- Driver background checks
- Submit to
- 663 Main Avenue, Passaic, NJ, 07055
- Scope location
- Passaic, NJ
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Passaic City School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 17, 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: 663 Main Avenue, Passaic, NJ, 07055. For questions, contact Vanessa Rivera.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Passaic City School District 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 Vanessa Rivera at (973) 470-5500 ext 5556. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Transportation routes, Vehicle fleet, Trained staff, Safety protocols, Insurance coverage, Communication systems. 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: "Accident history, compliance with safety regulations, references, experience, reputation" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Passaic City School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Passaic City School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Passaic City School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity, Motor Carrier License, Insurance certificates, Driver background checks. Review the full document from Passaic City 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: Passaic, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.