Student Transportation Services To and From School (2026-2027-ESY)

The Vernon Township Board of Education is seeking a qualified transportation contractor to provide student transportation services for the 2026‑2027 Extended Summer Year (ESY) period. The contract covers July 1 through August 31 2026 and includes routes for special‑education, public, and private‑school students. Bidders must supply school‑age‑appropriate buses (≤ 10 years old), qualified drivers and aides, and meet strict safety, inspection, and reporting requirements. The award will be made as soon as possible after bid opening, with monthly invoicing and payment. • Provide 10‑year‑or‑newer school buses (including required safety equipment, cameras, seat‑belts, and signage). • Deploy qualified drivers (school‑bus licenses, background checks, TB testing) and aides where indicated. • Follow detailed route descriptions, perform “dry‑run” checks, and submit monthly invoices by the 7th of each month; payment by the 25th. • Maintain insurance (minimum $1,000,000 combined single limit) and post a performance bond equal to the annual contract amount. • Submit a bid guarantee of at least 5 % of the annual contract value (max $50,000).