Somers Board of Education - Transportation Services for the Somers Public Schools RFP - 2027-2032
Somers School DistrictSchool · Simsbury, CT- Due
- Nov 23, 2026
- 20 days left
- Posted
- Oct 30, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Stephanie Levin
- (860) 749-2270
The 30-second brief
The Somers Board of Education is requesting bids for student transportation services for the Somers Public Schools for a five-year contract beginning July 1, 2027 through June 30, 2032. The scope of work includes public home-to-school transportation, both in and out of town to Rockville Vo-Ag, Cheney Tech, and AI Prince Tech, identified in-town special education, pre-school transportation, summer extended school year transportation, and extra-curricular field and sports trips. Proposals are due by November 23, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., with questions due by November 6, 2026. Required vehicle fleet includes Type I buses, Type II buses with and without wheelchair stations, equipped with GPS, AVL software, Child Check Mate systems, and video cameras with audio capability.
Type I Buses (77 passenger bus) quantity 12; Type II Buses (20 passenger bus without wheelchair stations) quantity 3; Type II Buses (12 passenger bus, With wheelchair stations) quantity 1
Cost, experience, service in the student transportation field, financial responsibility, specific qualifications
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Summary
The Somers Board of Education is requesting bids for student transportation services for the Somers Public Schools for a five-year contract beginning July 1, 2027 through June 30, 2032.
The scope of work includes public home-to-school transportation, both in and out of town to Rockville Vo-Ag, Cheney Tech, and AI Prince Tech, identified in-town special education, pre-school transportation, summer extended school year transportation, and extra-curricular field and sports trips. Proposals are due by November 23, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., with questions due by November 6, 2026. Required vehicle fleet includes Type I buses, Type II buses with and without wheelchair stations, equipped with GPS, AVL software, Child Check Mate systems, and video cameras with audio capability.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Cost
- Experience
- Service in the student transportation field
- Financial responsibility
- Specific qualifications
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Type I Buses (77 passenger bus) quantity 12
- Type II Buses (20 passenger bus without wheelchair stations) quantity 3
- Type II Buses (12 passenger bus, With wheelchair stations) quantity 1
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Non-Discrimination Memorandum
- Pricing Schedule
- Reference Check Form
- Non-Collusion Statement
- Audited financial statements for the last three years
- Copies of existing insurance policies
REQUIRED STAFFING
4- Submit to
- Mrs. Stephanie Levin, Director of Business Services, Somers Board of Education, 1 Vision Boulevard, Somers, CT 06071
- Scope location
- Somers, CT
- Reported agency
- Somers Board of Education
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Somers School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 23, 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: Mrs. Stephanie Levin, Director of Business Services, Somers Board of Education, 1 Vision Boulevard, Somers, CT 06071. For questions, contact Stephanie Levin.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Somers School District in CT, 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 Stephanie Levin at (860) 749-2270. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Terminal Manager, Dispatcher, Safety Supervisor, Vehicle Operators. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Type I Buses (77 passenger bus) quantity 12; Type II Buses (20 passenger bus without wheelchair stations) quantity 3; Type II Buses (12 passenger bus, With wheelchair stations) quantity 1. 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: "Cost, experience, service in the student transportation field, financial responsibility, specific qualifications" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Somers School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Somers School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Somers 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 November 23, 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: Non-Discrimination Memorandum, Pricing Schedule, Reference Check Form, Non-Collusion Statement, audited financial statements for the last three years, copies of existing insurance policies. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Somers 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: Somers, CT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.