Seattle Public Schools - Student Transportation Services Provider - RFP260904
Seattle Public SchoolsSchool · Seattle, WA- Due
- Nov 12, 2026
- 14 days left
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
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Summary
Seattle Public Schools seeks proposals for school bus transportation services for more than 18,000 students to and from school, including transportation for various programs, field trips, and athletics.
The awarded contractor will provide point-to-point transportation using regular routes and special transportation within the City of Seattle, encompassing over 100 schools across 84 square miles. Requirements include on-time performance, safety, equity, customer service, advanced integrated technology, and quality bus drivers with competitive compensation packages. The submission deadline is November 12, 2026.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- RFP260904 Student Transportation Services Provider.docx
- RFP260904_Exhibit A_Proposal Response Packet.docx
- RFP260904_Exhibit B_Scope of Services.docx
- RFP260904_Exhibit C_Contractor Pricing Response.docx
- RFP260904_Exhibit D_Contract.docx
- Submit to
- https://bidlocker.us/a/seattlepublicschools/details/6601_Student_Transportation_Services_Provider
- Scope location
- Seattle, WA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Seattle Public Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 12, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://bidlocker.us/a/seattlepublicschools/details/6601_Student_Transportation_Services_Provider.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Seattle Public Schools in WA, 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.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Seattle Public Schools?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 12, 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 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: RFP260904 Student Transportation Services Provider.docx, RFP260904_Exhibit A_Proposal Response Packet.docx, RFP260904_Exhibit B_Scope of Services.docx, RFP260904_Exhibit C_Contractor Pricing Response.. Review the full document from Seattle 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: Seattle, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.