Student Transportation Services

The Tinton Falls School District is seeking qualified contractors to provide per‑diem student transportation services for the 2026‑2027 school year, including an Extended School Year (ESY) component beginning July 6 2026. The contract covers multiple designated routes, requires 24‑29‑seat smoke‑ and vape‑free buses equipped with seat belts, and mandates qualified drivers (background‑checked, TB‑tested, drug‑tested) and aides where indicated. Bidders must submit a sealed bid package with a full suite of state and federal compliance forms, a bid guarantee (minimum 5 % of the contract value, capped at $50 k), and a performance bond equal to the annual contract amount. The award will be made shortly after the bid opening on June 18 2026, with service commencement on July 6 2026 for ESY and September 1 2026 for the regular school year. • Provide daily transportation on defined ESY routes (ESYMA01, ESYMA02, ESYMA04, ESYMA05, ESYMA06) using 24‑29‑seat buses. • Ensure drivers and aides meet Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act requirements and complete mandatory safety, HIB, and special‑needs training. • Submit required documentation (NJ Business Registration, Iran Investment Disclosure, affirmative‑action, political‑contribution, non‑collusion affidavit, etc.) with the bid; maintain a performance bond for the contract life.