Town of Berlin Request for Student Transportation Services RFP 2027-14 2026 - Student Transportation
Town of BerlinCity · Berlin, CT- Due
- Nov 25, 2026
- 14 days left
- Posted
- Oct 30, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Ashley Dorsey
- (860) 828-5738
The 30-second brief
The Berlin Public Schools is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) to secure a qualified transportation vendor to provide comprehensive, safe, and reliable student transportation services for the district. The scope of work encompasses daily home-to-school and school-to-home bus transportation for K-12 public school students, in-district non-public school students, and eligible regional technical and vocational-agricultural school students. Additionally, the selected contractor will provide specialized transportation services for students with individualized education programs (IEPs) through Pupil Personnel Services, out-of-district placements, late-bus routes, and charter transportation for athletic events and field trips. All operations must strictly adhere to Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles regulations, State Department of Education safety standards, and Berlin Board of Education policies. Proposals must demonstrate contractor capacity, operational qualifications, and financial stability to manage a full-service school transportation contract.
Type I School Buses, Type II School Buses, Small vehicles, Daily per-bus operational rates, Fuel adjustment mechanisms, Hourly rates for athletic and extracurricular charters, Mechanic hourly rates, Out-of-state field trips
Experience (25%), Responsiveness and Compliance (25%), References (25%), Price (25%)
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Summary
The Berlin Public Schools is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) to secure a qualified transportation vendor to provide comprehensive, safe, and reliable student transportation services for the district.
The scope of work encompasses daily home-to-school and school-to-home bus transportation for K-12 public school students, in-district non-public school students, and eligible regional technical and vocational-agricultural school students. Additionally, the selected contractor will provide specialized transportation services for students with individualized education programs (IEPs) through Pupil Personnel Services, out-of-district placements, late-bus routes, and charter transportation for athletic events and field trips. All operations must strictly adhere to Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles regulations, State Department of Education safety standards, and Berlin Board of Education policies. Proposals must demonstrate contractor capacity, operational qualifications, and financial stability to manage a full-service school transportation contract.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Type I School Buses
- Type II School Buses
- Small vehicles
- Daily per-bus operational rates
- Fuel adjustment mechanisms
- Hourly rates for athletic and extracurricular charters
- Mechanic hourly rates
- Out-of-state field trips
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Non-Discrimination Memorandum (Appendix A)
- Pricing Table
- Reference Check Form
- List of school districts currently provided transportation services
- Non-Collusion Statement (Appendix B)
- Audited financial statements for the last 3 years
- Performance bond
- Certificate of insurance
- W-9
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/berlinct
- Scope location
- Berlin, CT
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Berlin?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 25, 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: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/berlinct. For questions, contact Ashley Dorsey.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Berlin 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 Ashley Dorsey at (860) 828-5738. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Type I School Buses, Type II School Buses, Small vehicles, Daily per-bus operational rates, Fuel adjustment mechanisms, Hourly rates for athletic and extracurricular charters, Mechanic hourly rates, Out-of-state field trips. 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: "Experience (25%), Responsiveness and Compliance (25%), References (25%), Price (25%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Berlin?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Berlin are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Berlin 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 25, 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 (Appendix A), Pricing Table, Reference Check Form, list of school districts currently provided transportation services, Non-Collusion Statement (Appendix B), audited fina. Review the full document from Town of Berlin for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Berlin, CT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.