Sedalia School District #200 - Student Transportation Services - 2027
Sedalia 200 School DistrictSchool · Sedalia, MO- Due
- Jan 12, 2027
- 71 days left
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Chris Pyle
- (660) 829-6450
The 30-second brief
Sedalia School District #200 is seeking proposals from qualified vendors for a five-year student transportation services contract for the 2027-2028 through 2031-2032 school years, with optional extensions for the 2033-2034 and 2034-2035 school years. The district encompasses approximately 85 square miles in Pettis County, Missouri, serving around 5,200 students with approximately 2,500 riding school buses. Vendors must provide all vehicles, equipment, supplies, and materials, with a fleet average age not exceeding 8 years and a maximum vehicle age of 10 years. Proposals are due by January 12, 2027, at 10:30 a.m., with a pre-proposal conference scheduled for December 8, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. Requirements include a bid bond of 5%, performance bond, audited financial reports, and compliance with Missouri school bus and safety standards.
Pricing,vendor experience,ability to perform contract,financial responsibility
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Summary
Sedalia School District #200 is seeking proposals from qualified vendors for a five-year student transportation services contract for the 2027-2028 through 2031-2032 school years, with optional extensions for the 2033-2034 and 2034-2035 school years.
The district encompasses approximately 85 square miles in Pettis County, Missouri, serving around 5,200 students with approximately 2,500 riding school buses. Vendors must provide all vehicles, equipment, supplies, and materials, with a fleet average age not exceeding 8 years and a maximum vehicle age of 10 years. Proposals are due by January 12, 2027, at 10:30 a.m., with a pre-proposal conference scheduled for December 8, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. Requirements include a bid bond of 5%, performance bond, audited financial reports, and compliance with Missouri school bus and safety standards.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Pricing
- Vendor experience
- Ability to perform contract
- Financial responsibility
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Bid bond
- Audited financial report
- Proposal forms
- Submit to
- District office located at 1700 South Lafayette, Sedalia, MO 65301
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Sedalia, MO
- Reported agency
- Sedalia School District #200
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Sedalia 200 School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 12, 2027. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: District office located at 1700 South Lafayette, Sedalia, MO 65301. For questions, contact Chris Pyle.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Sedalia 200 School District in MO, 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 Chris Pyle at (660) 829-6450. 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,vendor experience,ability to perform contract,financial responsibility" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Sedalia 200 School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Sedalia 200 School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Sedalia 200 School District 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 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of January 12, 2027, 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: bid bond,audited financial report,proposal forms. Review the full document from Sedalia 200 School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Sedalia, MO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.