Shelby County Board of Education Student Transportation Services RFP 2026
Kirby Middle SchoolSchool · Memphis, TN- Due
- Jan 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 2, 2025
- Contract term
- 4 years
The 30-second brief
The Shelby County Board of Education (Memphis-Shelby County Schools) issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for student transportation services. The scope of work encompasses pupil transportation for general education and special education home-to-school routes, field trips, athletic trips, and specialized services including CLUE, CBI, and Career Technology. Additionally, the contract requires special education monitors to assist with Individualized Education Plans (IEP) and general education monitors for student behavior and safety. The contract is for a four-year term beginning August 1, 2026, with a one-year renewal option, valued at approximately $187 million. The solicitation followed a structured evaluation process involving a 9-member committee scoring vendors on criteria beyond just cost.
Cost, overall score, structured evaluation process
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Summary
The Shelby County Board of Education (Memphis-Shelby County Schools) issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for student transportation services.
The scope of work encompasses pupil transportation for general education and special education home-to-school routes, field trips, athletic trips, and specialized services including CLUE, CBI, and Career Technology. Additionally, the contract requires special education monitors to assist with Individualized Education Plans (IEP) and general education monitors for student behavior and safety. The contract is for a four-year term beginning August 1, 2026, with a one-year renewal option, valued at approximately $187 million. The solicitation followed a structured evaluation process involving a 9-member committee scoring vendors on criteria beyond just cost.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Cost
- Overall score
- Structured evaluation process
REQUIRED STAFFING
Special education monitors, General education monitors
- Reported agency
- Shelby County Board of Education
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Kirby Middle School?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 6, 2026.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Kirby Middle School in TN, 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.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Special education monitors, General education monitors. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
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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: "Cost, overall score, structured evaluation process" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Kirby Middle School?
All active and historical solicitations from Kirby Middle School are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Kirby Middle School 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 4 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. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Kirby Middle School for the complete list.