Southern University and A&M College - Charter Bus Services for Men Basketball Travel - Bid #10369 (2026)
Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry | State of LouisianaState · Baton Rouge, LA- Due
- Nov 6, 2026
- Due today
- Posted
- Oct 21, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Linda Antoine
- (225) 771-2804
The 30-second brief
Southern University and A&M College is seeking bids for charter bus transportation services for the men's basketball team travel for the 2026-2027 season, including trips to Houston, Pine Bluff, Huntsville, Grambling, Tallahassee, and Atlanta. The scope requires 55-passenger motor coaches equipped with air conditioning, restrooms, Wi-Fi, satellite TV, DVD players, and storage bays, with buses no more than five years old (2020 or newer). The submission deadline is November 6, 2026, at 10:30 AM. Inquiries are due by October 26, 2026. The contract includes an initial term with an option for two additional 12-month periods.
1-55 Passenger bus charter transportation services and itineraries
Price
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Summary
Southern University and A&M College is seeking bids for charter bus transportation services for the men's basketball team travel for the 2026-2027 season, including trips to Houston, Pine Bluff, Huntsville, Grambling, Tallahassee, and Atlanta.
The scope requires 55-passenger motor coaches equipped with air conditioning, restrooms, Wi-Fi, satellite TV, DVD players, and storage bays, with buses no more than five years old (2020 or newer). The submission deadline is November 6, 2026, at 10:30 AM. Inquiries are due by October 26, 2026. The contract includes an initial term with an option for two additional 12-month periods.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
1-55 Passenger bus charter transportation services and itineraries
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Bid forms, copy of applicable signature authority document/board resolution or LA Secretary of State Registration, Certificate of Insurance
- Submit to
- http://www.sus.edu/bidcertification
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Baton Rouge, LA
- Reported agency
- Southern University and A&M College
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry | State of Louisiana?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 6, 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: http://www.sus.edu/bidcertification. For questions, contact Linda Antoine.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry | State of Louisiana in LA, 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 IFB submission deadline?
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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 Linda Antoine at (225) 771-2804. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 1-55 Passenger bus charter transportation services and itineraries. 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: "Price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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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?
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What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
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 forms, copy of applicable signature authority document/board resolution or LA Secretary of State Registration, Certificate of Insurance. Review the full document from Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry | State of Louisiana for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Baton Rouge, LA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.