Driver Recruitment and Training Services

The Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs & Sports, Units of the Government of the Virgin Islands is soliciting services for the comprehensive recruitment, screening, and onboarding of qualified drivers to support student transportation needs across key areas including East End, Chapel Hill, Parham Town, Greenland, and Little Dix. This subcontract encompasses end-to-end driver vetting procedures, including thorough background checks, verification of valid driving licenses, and coordination of mandatory safeguarding training aligned with Ministry protocols. All activities must comply with established government standards to ensure the safety and well-being of students during transit. The contract is classified under NAICS code 561320, indicating it falls under the category of employment placement services, and is open to qualified vendors who can demonstrate proven experience in large-scale driver recruitment and compliance training. Responses are due by August 10, 2026, at 4:00 a.m., and interested parties must ensure full alignment with the Ministry’s expectations for timely, secure, and reliable service delivery. The solicitation does not specify a set-aside status or point of contact, and performance is expected to occur across the designated geographic regions listed in the posting. The contract aims to establish a sustainable pipeline of vetted drivers who meet rigorous safety and regulatory criteria, supporting the Ministry’s commitment to safe and efficient student transportation systems.