Southwest Parke Community School Corporation - School Bus Route Bid Specifications 2027-2031
Southwest Parke Community School CorporationSchool · Montezuma, IN- Due
- Dec 2, 2026
- 29 days left
- Posted
- Oct 28, 2026
- Contract term
- 4 years
- Primary contact
- Philip T. Harrison
- (765) 569-2073
The 30-second brief
Southwest Parke Community School Corporation invites sealed, written bids for student transportation services and school bus routes for a term of two or four years beginning July 1, 2027, through June 30, 2031. The work involves furnishing labor, complete equipment including chassis and bus body, supplies, materials, and repairs to provide transportation to elementary and junior/senior high school students along designated school bus routes in Montezuma, Indiana. Bidders must meet strict equipment specifications, including buses manufactured after October 2011 with a minimum seating capacity of 66 passengers, CDL requirements, background checks, and annual state police inspections. Bids are due on or before 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 2, 2026, at the Central Administration Office, 4851 South Coxville Road, Montezuma, IN 47862, with public bid opening at the same time and contracts to be awarded at the December 9, 2026 Board meeting.
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Summary
Southwest Parke Community School Corporation invites sealed, written bids for student transportation services and school bus routes for a term of two or four years beginning July 1, 2027, through June 30, 2031.
The work involves furnishing labor, complete equipment including chassis and bus body, supplies, materials, and repairs to provide transportation to elementary and junior/senior high school students along designated school bus routes in Montezuma, Indiana. Bidders must meet strict equipment specifications, including buses manufactured after October 2011 with a minimum seating capacity of 66 passengers, CDL requirements, background checks, and annual state police inspections. Bids are due on or before 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 2, 2026, at the Central Administration Office, 4851 South Coxville Road, Montezuma, IN 47862, with public bid opening at the same time and contracts to be awarded at the December 9, 2026 Board meeting.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest and most responsible bidder
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Student Transportation Bid Form
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- CDL physical form
- Limited Criminal History background check release form
- Check off sheet
- $100 Certified Check
- Copies of all Driver’s CDL License
- Submit to
- https://www.swparke.k12.in.us/
- Duration
- 48 months
- Scope location
- Montezuma, IN
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Southwest Parke Community School Corporation?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 2, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.swparke.k12.in.us/. For questions, contact Philip T. Harrison.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Southwest Parke Community School Corporation in IN, 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 Bid 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 Philip T. Harrison at (765) 569-2073. 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: "Lowest and most responsible bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Southwest Parke Community School Corporation?
All active and historical solicitations from Southwest Parke Community School Corporation are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Southwest Parke Community School Corporation 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 2, 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 Bid?
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: Student Transportation Bid Form, Non-Collusion Affidavit, CDL physical form, Limited Criminal History background check release form, Check off sheet, $100 Certified Check, Copies of all Driver’s CDL L. Review the full document from Southwest Parke Community School Corporation for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Montezuma, IN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.