Description
The Princeton Public Schools Board of Education is seeking a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive student‑transportation services for the 2026‑2027 school year. The contract covers daily bus operations on fifteen distinct routes (both public and private‑school), requiring compliant vehicles, licensed drivers, and aides, along with strict safety, reporting, and nondiscrimination obligations. Financial obligations include a 5 % bid guarantee (capped at $50,000) and a performance bond equal to the annual contract amount, with monthly payments made on the 15th of each month.
• Provide daily bus service for all enrolled students, chaperones, and school personnel on 15 routes.
• Must meet NJ vehicle registration, inspection, GPS/video equipment, and capacity requirements (16‑54 seats per route).
• Drivers/aides must satisfy licensing, background‑check, training, and drug‑testing standards; contractor must manage any removals or suspensions.
• Submit extensive bid documentation (insurance, bond, ownership disclosure, questionnaires, etc.) by 11:30 a.m. on 30 April 2026.