Commercial Drivers License Certification

The City of Avondale is seeking proposals from qualified commercial driving schools to provide Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) certification, recertification, and related training services for City employees. The selected contractor must be an established commercial driving school with the necessary capabilities, including current authorization as a commercial driving school recognized by the State of Arizona, approval as an Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) provider, and the ability to provide or coordinate ADOT-compliant written exams and road skills tests. The contractor will be required to provide CDL Class A and/or Class B training, ELDT-compliant classroom, range, and behind-the-wheel instruction, and preparation for ADOT written and road skills testing. The contractor will also be responsible for maintaining accurate training records, providing completion documentation, and ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations. • Key aspects of the project include: • CDL certification training sessions • CDL recertification, renewal, and refresher training • Training documentation, test results, and compliance submissions • Monthly or quarterly summary reports outlining participation and upcoming needs • Utilization of appropriate commercial training vehicles and range or training yard facilities The City of Avondale Public Works Department will provide a designated point of contact for coordination, ensure employees are available for scheduled training, and provide City vehicles or facilities if mutually agreed upon.