Tuxedo Union Free School District Student Transportation Bid 2026 - 2031
Tuxedo Union Free School DistrictSchool · Tuxedo, NY- Due
- Feb 12, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 14, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Walter E. Kauffman
- (845) 351-3462
The 30-second brief
Tuxedo Union Free School District is soliciting bids for student transportation services including home-to-school transportation, summer school transportation, and field and sports trips for a five-year contract period from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2031. Services require operating various vehicle types including 65/66-passenger buses, 30/34-passenger half-buses, 20/22-passenger A/C vans, 2-wheelchair position A/C vans, and 7/8-passenger suburbs, equipped with safety features like video cameras and GPS tracking. Submissions are due by February 12, 2026, at 10:30 AM at the Business Office located at 1 Tornado Drive, Tuxedo Park, NY 10987. A pre-bid meeting was held via Zoom on January 28, 2026. Bidders must provide a 10% bid bond and demonstrate performance bond capability, alongside compliance documentation including New York State Department of Transportation Bus Inspection System Operator Profiles (Form DS-3.3) and references.
Experience, service, and reputation in the student transportation field, financial responsibility, specific qualifications stated in the bid specifications
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Summary
Tuxedo Union Free School District is soliciting bids for student transportation services including home-to-school transportation, summer school transportation, and field and sports trips for a five-year contract period from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2031.
Services require operating various vehicle types including 65/66-passenger buses, 30/34-passenger half-buses, 20/22-passenger A/C vans, 2-wheelchair position A/C vans, and 7/8-passenger suburbs, equipped with safety features like video cameras and GPS tracking. Submissions are due by February 12, 2026, at 10:30 AM at the Business Office located at 1 Tornado Drive, Tuxedo Park, NY 10987. A pre-bid meeting was held via Zoom on January 28, 2026. Bidders must provide a 10% bid bond and demonstrate performance bond capability, alongside compliance documentation including New York State Department of Transportation Bus Inspection System Operator Profiles (Form DS-3.3) and references.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Experience
- Service
- Reputation in the student transportation field
- Financial responsibility
- Specific qualifications stated in the bid specifications
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Bid Bond, Performance Bond, Certificate of Insurance, NYS DOT Article 19-A Motor Carrier Annual Statistical Report (Form DS-3.3), Financial Information Compliance Form, Non-Collusive Bid Certification, Iran Divestment Act Certification, Sexual Harassment Policy and Training Certification, Conflict of Interest Certification, Bidder Not on US Government's SAM's Exclusion List Certification, Bidder Warranties, Acknowledgement by Bidder, Hold Harmless Agreement, Form-of-Bid Information, Pricing Sheets, Vehicle List (Appendix B), Parents' Bill of Rights for Data Privacy and Security (Appendix C), Initialed Bid Packet
- Submit to
- Tuxedo Union Free School District Business Office, 1 Tornado Drive, Tuxedo Park, NY 10987
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Tuxedo Park, NY
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Tuxedo Union Free School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 12, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Tuxedo Union Free School District Business Office, 1 Tornado Drive, Tuxedo Park, NY 10987. For questions, contact Walter E. Kauffman.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Tuxedo Union Free School District in NY, 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 Walter E. Kauffman at (845) 351-3462. 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: "Experience, service, and reputation in the student transportation field, financial responsibility, specific qualifications stated in the bid specifications" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Tuxedo Union Free School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Tuxedo Union Free School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Tuxedo Union Free 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 5 years. 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: Bid Bond, Performance Bond, Certificate of Insurance, NYS DOT Article 19-A Motor Carrier Annual Statistical Report (Form DS-3.3), Financial Information Compliance Form, Non-Collusive Bid Certification. Review the full document from Tuxedo Union Free 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: Tuxedo Park, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.