Town of Longmeadow Activities Bus and Coach Transportation IFB 2603121 - 2026
Town of LongmeadowCity · Longmeadow, MA- Due
- Mar 26, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 12, 2026
- Primary contact
- Chad Thompson
- (413) 565-4185
The 30-second brief
The Town of Longmeadow is soliciting bids for activities bus and coach transportation services for the Longmeadow Public Schools and the Longmeadow Parks and Recreation Department under IFB 2603121. This procurement is for separate activity transportation and is not associated with daily school calendar busing serviced through LPVEC. The Commonwealth’s Division of Occupational Safety has determined that prevailing wage rates for school bus operators are not required for this specific service. Sealed bids are due by 11:00 AM on March 26, 2026, at the Purchasing Department. Multiple contracts may be awarded based on the bids received.
Sealed bids, Complete contact information
Best interest of the Town
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Summary
The Town of Longmeadow is soliciting bids for activities bus and coach transportation services for the Longmeadow Public Schools and the Longmeadow Parks and Recreation Department under IFB 2603121.
This procurement is for separate activity transportation and is not associated with daily school calendar busing serviced through LPVEC. The Commonwealth’s Division of Occupational Safety has determined that prevailing wage rates for school bus operators are not required for this specific service. Sealed bids are due by 11:00 AM on March 26, 2026, at the Purchasing Department. Multiple contracts may be awarded based on the bids received.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Best interest of the Town
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Sealed bids, Complete contact information
- Submit to
- 231 Maple Road, Longmeadow, MA 01106
- Scope location
- Longmeadow, MA
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Town of Longmeadow?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 26, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: 231 Maple Road, Longmeadow, MA 01106. For questions, contact Chad Thompson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Town of Longmeadow 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 IFB 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 Chad Thompson at (413) 565-4185. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Sealed bids, Complete contact information. 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: "Best interest of the Town" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Longmeadow?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Longmeadow are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Longmeadow regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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. Review the full document from Town of Longmeadow for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Longmeadow, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.