School‑Related Activities Transportation SY 2026‑2027

The Camden City School District is seeking a qualified transportation contractor to provide bus (or van) services for school‑related activities—field trips, extracurricular events, and other non‑instructional outings—for the 2026‑2027 school year. The contractor must supply appropriately equipped school‑bus‑type vehicles, qualified drivers and aides, and meet extensive New Jersey safety, background‑check, and insurance requirements. The contract runs from July 1 2026 through June 30 2027 and will be awarded on a lowest‑cost basis, with monthly invoicing based on per‑diem days. • Provide school‑bus‑type vehicles (5‑54 passenger capacity) with two‑way communication, video cameras, seat belts, and required certifications. • Supply drivers and aides who pass background checks, drug testing, tuberculosis testing, and complete twice‑yearly training; drivers must handle all safety, reporting, and student‑care duties. • Maintain $4 M automotive liability insurance, post a 5 % bid bond (≤ $50 k) and a performance bond equal to the full annual contract value, and submit extensive certifications (affective‑action, political‑contribution, ownership, prohibited‑activity). • Invoice monthly (by the 5th) for 1/10 of the per‑diem days; payments are processed ~1 week after Board approval; no billing for snow days; virtual‑period billing at 88 % of per‑diem rate.