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MCKINNEY-VENTO STUDENT TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
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Lexington County School District One is soliciting proposals for comprehensive, turn-key student transportation services to support the McKinney-Vento Assistance Program. The selected contractors will provide transportation for children and youth experiencing homelessness or housing instability, with the scope covering all municipalities within Lexington County and occasional trips into Richland, Aiken, Saluda, and Fairfield counties. The contractor is responsible for providing 100% of the fleet, including ADA wheelchair-accessible vehicles, fuel, and safety restraints. The contract is estimated to run from September 30, 2026, to September 29, 2031, with an initial one-year term and automatic annual renewals unless a 30-day non-renewal notice is provided. The District intends to make multiple awards to the four highest-ranked responsive and responsible vendors. Proposals are evaluated through a two-phase process: a technical evaluation worth 70 points, where offerors must score at least 50 points to proceed, followed by a cost evaluation. Technical criteria include relevant experience, driver qualifications, fleet technology, safety records, and financial stability, with a preference for those with zero exceptions to standard contract terms. Financial requirements include a bank reference letter and a letter of bondability from a surety company with an A.M. Best rating of A or better. Operational requirements mandate strict adherence to South Carolina Office of Regulatory Staff safety standards, monthly maintenance record updates, and compliance with FERPA for student data privacy. Performance is measured via Key Performance Indicators, including a 10-minute notification window for critical incidents. Vehicles must display an Authorized Student Transportation Provider placard and the vendor's name. Proposals must be submitted via the Beacon Bid platform by September 4, 2026, and must be divided into separate technical and sealed cost volumes.
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