Prince George's County Public Schools Prequalification of Coach Bus Contractors RFP PUR-27-010 2026
- Due
- Sep 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 20, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- LaShawn Basham
- (301) 952-6000
The 30-second brief
Prince George's County Public Schools is soliciting proposals to prequalify motor coach contractors for student educational and extracurricular trips. Proposals are due September 1, 2026.
Technical Proposal, Cost Proposal, Appendices, Transmittal Letter, Work Plan, Equipment List, Licenses, Proof of Insurance
Offeror's Qualifications and Capabilities, Past Performance/References, Key Personnel, Capacity and Inventory of Buses, Price
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Summary
Prince George's County Public Schools is soliciting proposals to prequalify motor coach contractors for student educational and extracurricular trips. Proposals are due September 1, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Offeror's Qualifications and Capabilities
- Past Performance/References
- Key Personnel
- Capacity and Inventory of Buses
- Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Technical Proposal
- Cost Proposal
- Appendices
- Transmittal Letter
- Work Plan
- Equipment List
- Licenses
- Proof of Insurance
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Contract Affidavit
- Proposal and Addendum Acknowledgement
- Non-Collusion Certificate
- Debarment Affidavit
- Anti-Bribery Affidavit
- Certificate of Insurance Coverage
- State of Maryland Tax Certification
- Certification of Compliance
- Vendor Conflict of Interest Disclosure Form
- Submit to
- Upper Marlboro, MD
- Scope location
- Upper Marlboro, MD
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Prince George's County Public Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 1, 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: Upper Marlboro, MD. For questions, contact LaShawn Basham.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Prince George's County Public Schools in MD, 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 RFP 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 LaShawn Basham at (301) 952-6000. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Technical Proposal, Cost Proposal, Appendices, Transmittal Letter, Work Plan, Equipment List, Licenses, Proof of Insurance. 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: "Offeror's Qualifications and Capabilities, Past Performance/References, Key Personnel, Capacity and Inventory of Buses, Price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Prince George's County Public Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Prince George's County Public Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Prince George's County Public Schools 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 RFP?
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: Contract Affidavit, Proposal and Addendum Acknowledgement, Non-Collusion Certificate, Debarment Affidavit, Anti-Bribery Affidavit, Certificate of Insurance Coverage, State of Maryland Tax Certificatio. Review the full document from Prince George's County Public Schools for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Upper Marlboro, MD. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.