Description
The Lakewood Board of Education is seeking a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive student transportation services for the 2025‑2026 school year, covering regular, special‑education, and wheelchair‑lift routes. The contractor must supply compliant school‑bus vehicles (2010 or newer, National “Glossy Yellow”), qualified drivers and aides, required onboard equipment, and full transportation‑management support on a per‑diem basis. The contract will be awarded to the lowest‑cost bidder and will run from September 1 2025 through June 30 2026.
• Provide school‑bus service for all assigned routes, including special‑education and wheelchair‑lift requirements.
• Supply vehicles meeting NJ MVC specifications, equipped with radios, GPS, DVR, child‑alert systems, AC, and required safety gear.
• Staff each route with CDL‑qualified drivers (Passenger & School‑Bus endorsements) and aides where required, all passing background checks, TB testing, and annual certifications.
• Maintain detailed records, perform bi‑annual vehicle inspections, and comply with insurance (minimum $5 M auto liability) and numerous state‑mandated disclosures.
• Deliver monthly invoices beginning October, with a performance bond equal to the annual contract value and a 5 % bid guarantee (capped at $50 K).