Township of River Vale Board of Education Student Transportation Services - BID# 02-24-26 (2026)
River Vale Public School DistrictSchool · River Vale, NJ- Due
- Feb 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Kelly Ippolito
The 30-second brief
The River Vale Board of Education is seeking bids for student transportation services for the 2026-2027 school year, covering routes to Holdrum Middle School and other district facilities in Bergen County, New Jersey. Qualified contractors will provide safe pupil transportation, school buses with two-way radios and electronic child alert systems, and experienced drivers meeting all NJ Department of Education requirements including background checks and drug testing. Bids are due by February 24, 2026, at 1:00 pm at the Business Office, Room #200, 609 Westwood Avenue, River Vale, NJ 07675. Each bid must be accompanied by a bid bond, cashier's or certified check for five percent of the annual contract cost not to exceed $50,000, along with a Consent of Surety and various required compliance forms.
Student transportation services for the 2026-2027 school year including routes for Holdrum Middle School
Lowest responsible bidder for total route/vehicle cost, lowest increase/decrease adjustment cost in event of a tie
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Summary
The River Vale Board of Education is seeking bids for student transportation services for the 2026-2027 school year, covering routes to Holdrum Middle School and other district facilities in Bergen County, New Jersey.
Qualified contractors will provide safe pupil transportation, school buses with two-way radios and electronic child alert systems, and experienced drivers meeting all NJ Department of Education requirements including background checks and drug testing. Bids are due by February 24, 2026, at 1:00 pm at the Business Office, Room #200, 609 Westwood Avenue, River Vale, NJ 07675. Each bid must be accompanied by a bid bond, cashier's or certified check for five percent of the annual contract cost not to exceed $50,000, along with a Consent of Surety and various required compliance forms.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible bidder for total route/vehicle cost, lowest increase/decrease adjustment cost in event of a tie
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Student transportation services for the 2026-2027 school year including routes for Holdrum Middle School
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Bidder's Guarantee, Business Registration Certificate, Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act Compliance Assurance, Prescribed Questionnaire, Consent of Surety, Stockholder's Disclosure Statement, Affirmative Action Documentation or Questionnaire, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Emergency Contact Sheet, Prohibited Russia-Belarus Activities & Iran Investment Activities, Evidence of the Bidder's Ability to Obtain the Required Insurance Coverage, Bid Sheet
- Submit to
- Business Office, Room # 200, River Vale Board of Education, 609 Westwood Avenue, River Vale, NJ 07675
- Scope location
- River Vale, NJ
- Reported agency
- Township of River Vale Board of Education
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from River Vale Public School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 24, 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: Business Office, Room # 200, River Vale Board of Education, 609 Westwood Avenue, River Vale, NJ 07675. For questions, contact Kelly Ippolito.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including River Vale Public School District in NJ, 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 Kelly Ippolito. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Student transportation services for the 2026-2027 school year including routes for Holdrum Middle School. 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: "Lowest responsible bidder for total route/vehicle cost, lowest increase/decrease adjustment cost in event of a tie" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from River Vale Public School District?
All active and historical solicitations from River Vale Public School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, River Vale Public 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Bidder's Guarantee, Business Registration Certificate, Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act Compliance Assurance, Prescribed Questionnaire, Consent of Surety, Stockholder's Disclosure Statement. Review the full document from River Vale Public 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: River Vale, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.