Plainfield Board of Education Transportation Services 2027-2031 Bid # 2027-0001
Plainfield School DistrictSchool · Plainfield, CT- Due
- Dec 11, 2026
- 33 days left
- Posted
- Oct 29, 2026
- Contract term
- 4 years
- Primary contact
- Courtney Brannon
- (860) 564-6400
The 30-second brief
The Plainfield Board of Education seeks sealed bids for supplying in-district, magnet, vocational-technical, non-public, athletic, and field trip school bus transportation (BID # 2027-0001). The base term of the contract is four years, commencing July 1, 2027, and terminating June 30, 2031, with potential renewal options for years five and six. The scope includes providing route vehicles such as Type I buses and Type II buses, maintenance facilities at 1 Unity Road, Plainfield, CT, driver training, safety protocols, and routing according to district standards. Bids are due by December 11, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the Business Office, 234 Shepard Hill Rd, Plainfield, CT 06374, with a pre-bid informational virtual meeting held on November 18, 2026.
Financial responsibility, safety program and record, service, performance on contracts, experience, vehicle maintenance program, equipment, price
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Summary
The Plainfield Board of Education seeks sealed bids for supplying in-district, magnet, vocational-technical, non-public, athletic, and field trip school bus transportation (BID # 2027-0001).
The base term of the contract is four years, commencing July 1, 2027, and terminating June 30, 2031, with potential renewal options for years five and six. The scope includes providing route vehicles such as Type I buses and Type II buses, maintenance facilities at 1 Unity Road, Plainfield, CT, driver training, safety protocols, and routing according to district standards. Bids are due by December 11, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the Business Office, 234 Shepard Hill Rd, Plainfield, CT 06374, with a pre-bid informational virtual meeting held on November 18, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Financial responsibility
- Safety program and record
- Service
- Performance on contracts
- Experience
- Vehicle maintenance program
- Equipment
- Price
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Certified bank check or a bid bond
- Certificate of Corporate Authority
- Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Certification
- Insurance insurability letter
- Performance bond
- Three letters of reference
- Statement of proof of financial responsibility
- Documentation of school bus driver training and safety program
REQUIRED STAFFING
7- Submit to
- Business Office of the Business Manager, Plainfield Board of Education, 234 Shepard Hill Rd, Plainfield, CT 06374
- Duration
- 48 months
- Scope location
- Plainfield, CT
- Reported agency
- Plainfield Board of Education
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Plainfield School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 11, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Business Office of the Business Manager, Plainfield Board of Education, 234 Shepard Hill Rd, Plainfield, CT 06374. For questions, contact Courtney Brannon.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Plainfield School District in CT, 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 Courtney Brannon at (860) 564-6400. 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: mechanics, dispatchers, trainers, risk managers, supervisors, management, drivers. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
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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: "Financial responsibility, safety program and record, service, performance on contracts, experience, vehicle maintenance program, equipment, price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Plainfield School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Plainfield School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Plainfield 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 4 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 11, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: certified bank check or a bid bond, Certificate of Corporate Authority, Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Certification, insurance insurability letter, performance bond, three letters of. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Plainfield 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: Plainfield, CT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.