Tewksbury Public Schools School Pupil Transportation ITB 2026-2029
Tewksbury School DistrictSchool · Tewksbury, MA- Due
- Apr 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 1, 2023
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- David Libby
The 30-second brief
The Tewksbury School Department is soliciting sealed bids for school pupil transportation services for a three-year term from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2029. The procurement includes approximately 22 regular public school buses (71-passenger capacity), 10 special needs vans (including 2 wheelchair-accessible units), and transportation for extra-curricular, athletic, and field trip events. The contract requires providing all equipment, drivers, supervision, and insurance, with drivers paid at prevailing wage rates. Vehicles must be no older than 10 years and equipped with GPS, real-time tracking, and digital video/audio recorders. Bidders must provide a 50% performance bond and a certificate of non-collusion. Bids are due by 11:00 A.M. on April 13, 2026, and can be submitted via sealed envelope to the Business Manager or electronically through COMMBUYS.
Bid Forms, Questionnaire, Non-Collusion/Tax Compliance Form, Vehicle Information Sheet, Insurance Certificates
Total Contract Cost, Financial Stability, Years in Business, Ability to furnish performance bond, Favorable references, Use of prescribed forms, Completeness of bid
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Summary
The Tewksbury School Department is soliciting sealed bids for school pupil transportation services for a three-year term from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2029.
The procurement includes approximately 22 regular public school buses (71-passenger capacity), 10 special needs vans (including 2 wheelchair-accessible units), and transportation for extra-curricular, athletic, and field trip events. The contract requires providing all equipment, drivers, supervision, and insurance, with drivers paid at prevailing wage rates. Vehicles must be no older than 10 years and equipped with GPS, real-time tracking, and digital video/audio recorders. Bidders must provide a 50% performance bond and a certificate of non-collusion. Bids are due by 11:00 A.M. on April 13, 2026, and can be submitted via sealed envelope to the Business Manager or electronically through COMMBUYS.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Total Contract Cost
- Financial Stability
- Years in Business
- Ability to furnish performance bond
- Favorable references
- Use of prescribed forms
- Completeness of bid
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Bid Forms
- Questionnaire
- Non-Collusion/Tax Compliance Form
- Vehicle Information Sheet
- Insurance Certificates
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Invitation to Bid
- Instruction to Bidders
- Contract Specifications
- Bid Form
- Questionnaire
- Non Collusion/Tax Compliance Form
- Email from Division of Occupational Safety
- Bus Routes 2025-2026
- Van Transportation Summary 2025-2026
- Athletic Trips 2025-2026
- Draft School Calendar 2026-2027
- Submit to
- Office of the Business Manager, Center School, 139 Pleasant Street, Tewksbury, Massachusetts 01876
- Scope location
- Tewksbury, MA
- Reported agency
- Tewksbury Public Schools
Questions about this ITB
How do I respond to this ITB from Tewksbury School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 13, 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: Office of the Business Manager, Center School, 139 Pleasant Street, Tewksbury, Massachusetts 01876. For questions, contact David Libby.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this ITB?
Most government agencies, including Tewksbury School District in MA, 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 ITB 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 David Libby. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bid Forms, Questionnaire, Non-Collusion/Tax Compliance Form, Vehicle Information Sheet, Insurance Certificates. 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: "Total Contract Cost, Financial Stability, Years in Business, Ability to furnish performance bond, Favorable references, Use of prescribed forms, Completeness of bid" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Tewksbury School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Tewksbury School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Tewksbury 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this ITB?
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: Invitation to Bid, Instruction to Bidders, Contract Specifications, Bid Form, Questionnaire, Non Collusion/Tax Compliance Form, Email from Division of Occupational Safety, Bus Routes 2025-2026, Van Tr. Review the full document from Tewksbury 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: Tewksbury, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.