Rankin School District #98 Student Transportation Services RFP
Dalzell SD 98School · Dalzell, IL- Due
- Feb 26, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 26, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 or 2 years
- Primary contact
- Dr. Matt Gordon
- 309-346-3182
The 30-second brief
Rankin School District #98 is seeking proposals for student transportation services for a one-year or two-year contract. Services include regular daily routes, special needs transportation, and field trips.
Student transportation services as outlined in Scope of Work.
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder, considering safety and comfort for pupils, stability of service, and financial responsibility.
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Summary
Rankin School District #98 is seeking proposals for student transportation services for a one-year or two-year contract. Services include regular daily routes, special needs transportation, and field trips.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
- Considering safety and comfort for pupils
- Stability of service
- Financial responsibility
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Student transportation services as outlined in Scope of Work.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Transportation Bid Submittal Form
- Certified balance sheet
- Letter from bonding company
- Potential language adjustments or acknowledgment
- Submit to
- Rankin School's Main Office
- Scope location
- Rankin School District #98
- Reported agency
- Rankin School District #98
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Dalzell SD 98?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 26, 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: Rankin School's Main Office. For questions, contact Dr. Matt Gordon.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Dalzell SD 98 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 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 Dr. Matt Gordon at 309-346-3182. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Student transportation services as outlined in Scope of Work.. 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 responsive and responsible bidder, considering safety and comfort for pupils, stability of service, and financial responsibility." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Dalzell SD 98?
All active and historical solicitations from Dalzell SD 98 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Dalzell SD 98 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 1 or 2 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: Transportation Bid Submittal Form, certified balance sheet, letter from bonding company, potential language adjustments or acknowledgment.. Review the full document from Dalzell SD 98 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Rankin School District #98. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.