Rich Township High School District 227 Pupil Transportation RFP
Rich Twp HSD 227School · Matteson, IL- Due
- Feb 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Tracy Middleton
The 30-second brief
Rich Township High School District 227 is seeking proposals from qualified pupil transportation management companies to provide transportation services for special education students. The contract will be for three years with an option for a one or two-year extension.
Pupil transportation services for special education students
Ability to perform the service within the specified time, experience and efficiency of the bidder, sufficiency of financial resources and ability to perform services, analysis of cost, quality, availability and adaptability of equipment, location of facilities, ability to provide maintenance, ability to recruit and train personnel, quality of references, compliance with laws and ordinances, evaluation of contractor-provided IDOT reportable accidents and safety experience, other information secured by the district.
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Summary
Rich Township High School District 227 is seeking proposals from qualified pupil transportation management companies to provide transportation services for special education students. The contract will be for three years with an option for a one or two-year extension.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
13- Ability to perform the service within the specified time
- Experience and efficiency of the bidder
- Sufficiency of financial resources and ability to perform services
- Analysis of cost
- Quality
- Availability and adaptability of equipment
- Location of facilities
- Ability to provide maintenance
- Ability to recruit and train personnel
- Quality of references
- Compliance with laws and ordinances
- Evaluation of contractor-provided IDOT reportable accidents and safety experience
- Other information secured by the district
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Pupil transportation services for special education students
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
13- Appendix A: Request for Pricing Acknowledgement
- Appendix B: Contractor References
- Appendix C: Non-Familial Relationship CERTIFICATION
- Appendix D: Non-Collusion CERTIFICATION
- Appendix E: School Safety Legislation CERTIFICATION
- Appendix F: Certificate of Eligibility
- Appendix G: Contractor's Certifications
- Appendix H: Certificate of Sexual Harassment Policy
- Appendix I: Certificate of Compliance (Drug Free Work Place Act)
- Appendix J: Business Ownership
- Appendix K: Annual Base Bid Cost Projection
- Appendix L: RFP Projection Summary
- Appendix M: Contractor Background Questionnaire
- Submit to
- Rich Township High School District 227, 20550 S Cicero Ave., Matteson, Illinois 60443
- Duration
- 24 months
- Scope location
- Matteson, Illinois
- Reported agency
- Rich Township High School District 227
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Rich Twp HSD 227?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 6, 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: Rich Township High School District 227, 20550 S Cicero Ave., Matteson, Illinois 60443. For questions, contact Tracy Middleton.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Rich Twp HSD 227 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 Tracy Middleton. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Pupil transportation services for special education students. 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: "Ability to perform the service within the specified time, experience and efficiency of the bidder, sufficiency of financial resources and ability to perform services, analysis of cost, quality, availa..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Rich Twp HSD 227?
All active and historical solicitations from Rich Twp HSD 227 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Rich Twp HSD 227 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: Appendix A: Request for Pricing Acknowledgement, Appendix B: Contractor References, Appendix C: Non-Familial Relationship CERTIFICATION, Appendix D: Non-Collusion CERTIFICATION, Appendix E: School Saf. Review the full document from Rich Twp HSD 227 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Matteson, Illinois. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.