Regional School District #17 Transportation Efficiency RFP 2026
Regional School District 17School · Higganum, CT- Due
- May 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Karen Asetta
The 30-second brief
Regional School District #17 is seeking proposals from qualified firms to conduct a transportation efficiency study. The study aims to optimize existing regular education bus routes by consolidating runs and maximizing vehicle capacity, ultimately reducing overall fleet requirements while maintaining service quality, reasonable ride times, and safety standards. The project involves analyzing current route data, identifying inefficiencies, simulating optimized routes, and recommending changes to bell times.
Optimized routing plan, Disruption report, Final disruption and stop change listing, Implementation plan, Digital final route files, Recommended bell time scenarios, Cost analysis of bus savings, Potential district expense increases.
Demonstrated Success / Prior Results, Proposal cost and return on investment anticipated, Demonstrated ability to handle complex geographic constraints
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Summary
Regional School District #17 is seeking proposals from qualified firms to conduct a transportation efficiency study.
The study aims to optimize existing regular education bus routes by consolidating runs and maximizing vehicle capacity, ultimately reducing overall fleet requirements while maintaining service quality, reasonable ride times, and safety standards. The project involves analyzing current route data, identifying inefficiencies, simulating optimized routes, and recommending changes to bell times.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Demonstrated Success / Prior Results
- Proposal cost and return on investment anticipated
- Demonstrated ability to handle complex geographic constraints
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Optimized routing plan
- Disruption report
- Final disruption and stop change listing
- Implementation plan
- Digital final route files
- Recommended bell time scenarios
- Cost analysis of bus savings
- Potential district expense increases
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Appendix A
- Appendix B
- Appendix C
- Appendix D
- Appendix E
- Appendix F
- Submit to
- 57 Little City Road, Central Office, Regional School District # 17, CT
- Scope location
- Haddam, Connecticut; Killingworth, Connecticut
- Reported agency
- Regional School District #17
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Regional School District 17?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 13, 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: 57 Little City Road, Central Office, Regional School District # 17, CT. For questions, contact Karen Asetta.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Regional School District 17 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 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 Karen Asetta. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Optimized routing plan, Disruption report, Final disruption and stop change listing, Implementation plan, Digital final route files, Recommended bell time scenarios, Cost analysis of bus savings, Potential district expense increases.. 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: "Demonstrated Success / Prior Results, Proposal cost and return on investment anticipated, Demonstrated ability to handle complex geographic constraints" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Regional School District 17?
All active and historical solicitations from Regional School District 17 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Regional School District 17 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 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: Appendix A, Appendix B, Appendix C, Appendix D, Appendix E, Appendix F. Review the full document from Regional School District 17 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Haddam, Connecticut; Killingworth, Connecticut. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.