Student Transportation Services - 2026-2027 School Year

The Passaic City School District is seeking a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive student transportation services for the 2026‑2027 school year. The contract covers route planning, vehicle provision (buses and vans), driver and aide staffing, safety compliance, equipment installation (GPS, DVR, two‑way radios, air‑conditioning), and ongoing reporting. The award will be for multiple in‑district and out‑of‑district routes, each requiring one vehicle, with a contract period from December 1 2026 to June 25 2027. Contractors must hold a NJ Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity, a Motor Carrier License, appropriate insurance (minimum $5 M CSL), and meet CDL and endorsement requirements. Penalties are detailed for safety, equipment, and service failures. • Scope: Full‑service school bus transportation for ~9 routes (≈1 bus per route) • Contract term: Dec 1 2026 – June 25 2027 (≈7 months) • Required equipment: GPS, digital video recorder, two‑way radio, AC, first‑aid kits • Staffing: Licensed CDL drivers with P & S endorsements plus trained bus aides (English/Spanish) • Insurance: Minimum $5 M combined single limit; workers’ comp, vehicle & passenger liability • Submission: Electronic bid via ProcureNow by Oct 9 2026 10:00 am; questions due Oct 2 2026 • Evaluation: Experience, safety record, compliance with NJDOE & FMCSA regulations