Passaic City School District Student Transportation Services - BID 03T-27 - 2026-2027
Passaic City School DistrictSchool · Passaic, NJ- Due
- Oct 9, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 28, 2026
- Primary contact
- Vanessa Rivera
- (973) 470-5500 ext 5556
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Summary
Passaic City School District is soliciting bids for student transportation services for the 2026-2027 school year (BID 03T-27).
The scope includes providing safe, reliable, and efficient student transportation and route operations utilizing yellow school buses and vans equipped with GPS tracking, two-way radios, DVR systems, air conditioning, and first aid kits. Contractors must supply certified drivers holding a CDL with P and S endorsements, alongside qualified bus aides. Requirements mandate compliance with NJDOT, NJDOE, and FMCSA regulations, vehicle safety inspections, a minimum of $5,000,000 in automobile liability insurance, criminal background checks, drug testing, and tuberculosis testing. Submissions are due by October 9, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. via the e-Procurement Portal.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Bid Proposal Form 03T-27.pdf, Affirmative Action Questionnaire, Assurance of Compliance, Confirmation of Meeting Vehicle Specifications, Consent of Surety, Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran Form, Evidence of Bidder's Ability to Obtain Automobile Insurance Coverage, Prohibited Russia-Belarus Activities & Iran Investment Activities, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Statement of Assurance - Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act Compliance Assurance, Statement of Assurance - Regarding Non-Criminal Employment Check, Political Contribution Disclosure Form, Statement of Assurance - School Bus Driver Annual Certification, Prescribed Form of Questionnaire, Statement of Ownership Disclosure, Tuberculosis Testing Certification, Business Registration Certificate, W-9, Certificate of Insurance
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/passaicschools/projects/304195
- 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 October 9, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/passaicschools/projects/304195. 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.
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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: Bid Proposal Form 03T-27.pdf, Affirmative Action Questionnaire, Assurance of Compliance, Confirmation of Meeting Vehicle Specifications, Consent of Surety, Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran. 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.