Buckled In — Alternative student transportation

Sourcewell, a Minnesota local government unit, established cooperative procurement contract 062723-ARS to provide alternative student and client transportation solutions for participating government and non-profit entities across the United States and Canada. The solicitation focused on specialized transportation needs, including special needs transport, McKinney Vento requirements, and out-of-district coordination. Following a competitive bidding process that included eight responses and a rigorous evaluation of pricing, financial viability, and performance standards, awards were granted to several vendors, including Adroit Advanced Technologies, Inc., Assist Services, LLC, First Student, Inc., and HopSkipDrive, Inc. The agreement ensures that participating agencies receive a discount between 9% and 10% of the average price per ride. The contract includes comprehensive provisions for pricing, warranties, and shipping, with a current expiration date of August 8, 2027, and options for further extensions. Administrative oversight is managed by Sourcewell, with key points of contact including David Porcelli, Chief Revenue Officer at Buckled In, and Sourcewell supplier development executives Andy Campbell and Rachel Delaney.