San Marcos Unified School District Extra Curricular Transportation Services - 2026-18
San Marcos UnifiedSchool · San Marcos, CA- Due
- Nov 16, 2026
- 13 days left
- Posted
- Oct 12, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Michael Sawyer
- (760) 290-2670
The 30-second brief
The San Marcos Unified School District (SMUSD) invites interested organizations and qualified entities to submit proposals for Bid 2026-18, Extra Curricular Transportation Services. The contractor will provide supplemental student extracurricular transportation services on an as-needed basis, including local and extracurricular travel, and annual out-of-state travel. Services require certified school buses, coach buses, and limousine services, along with qualified SPAB-licensed drivers, fuel, toll management, maintenance, and administrative support. The initial contract term is for the 2026-2027 school year, with four optional renewal years. Submissions are due by November 16, 2026, at 4:00 pm via the eProcurement portal, with questions due by November 2, 2026. Required compliance includes CHP inspection reports, USDOT and MC numbers, fingerprinting requirements, and strict insurance coverage.
Pricing 50%, References 40%, Location 10%
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Summary
The San Marcos Unified School District (SMUSD) invites interested organizations and qualified entities to submit proposals for Bid 2026-18, Extra Curricular Transportation Services.
The contractor will provide supplemental student extracurricular transportation services on an as-needed basis, including local and extracurricular travel, and annual out-of-state travel. Services require certified school buses, coach buses, and limousine services, along with qualified SPAB-licensed drivers, fuel, toll management, maintenance, and administrative support. The initial contract term is for the 2026-2027 school year, with four optional renewal years. Submissions are due by November 16, 2026, at 4:00 pm via the eProcurement portal, with questions due by November 2, 2026. Required compliance includes CHP inspection reports, USDOT and MC numbers, fingerprinting requirements, and strict insurance coverage.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Pricing 50%
- References 40%
- Location 10%
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
12- CHP 343D Carrier Exception Report Rating Form
- Certificate of Insurance
- Equipment Information
- SPAB Driver List
- Certification of Information Provided
- Acknowledgment of Public Information
- Certification of Nondiscrimination By Seller
- Certificate of Workers' Compensation
- Non-collusion Declaration
- Maintaining a Drug Free Workplace
- Certification of Criminal Records Check
- Declaration to be Executed by Bidder and Submitted with Bid
- Submit to
- https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/smusd
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- San Marcos, CA
- Reported agency
- San Marcos Unified School District
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from San Marcos Unified?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 16, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/smusd. For questions, contact Michael Sawyer.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including San Marcos Unified in CA, 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 Michael Sawyer at (760) 290-2670. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Pricing 50%, References 40%, Location 10%" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from San Marcos Unified?
All active and historical solicitations from San Marcos Unified are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, San Marcos Unified 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 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 16, 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: CHP 343D Carrier Exception Report Rating Form, Certificate of Insurance, Equipment Information, SPAB Driver List, Certification of Information Provided, Acknowledgment of Public Information, Certifica. Review the full document from San Marcos Unified for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: San Marcos, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.