131.24.B7 Alternative and Supplemental Transportation Services for Students

This contract provides Alternative and Supplemental Transportation Services for select students within the Howard County Public School System (HCPSS). The services include Field Trip Services, Supplemental Daily Bus Routes, and Alternative Vehicle Services. The contract was awarded to multiple vendors, including MBG Enterprises Inc., BL Corn, Inc., and Tip Top Transportation, among others. The contract period is from July 11, 2024, to July 10, 2029, with an option to renew for an additional two-year period. The contract value is estimated to be around $46,825,800 over the term of the agreement. The scope of work includes providing school buses and alternative vehicles, as well as drivers and attendants, to transport students to and from school. The contract also includes provisions for termination, indemnification, and liquidated damages. • The contract includes a detailed description of the services to be provided, including the types of vehicles and drivers required. • The contract includes provisions for termination, including termination for convenience and termination for default. • The contract includes indemnification provisions, which require the contractor to indemnify HCPSS against any claims or damages arising from the contractor's performance under the contract. • The contract includes liquidated damages provisions, which provide for the payment of damages in the event of non-compliance with the contract terms.