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School Bus Services

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FA4528-09-R-0028Federal

Submission Closed09/23/2009, 12:00:00 PM UTC

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NAICS: 485410

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SCHOOL TRANSPORTATION BID

Solicitation # BD-25-2189-SLRSD-SLRSD-134952

The Silver Lake Regional School District is soliciting bids for passenger road transportation services under solicitation number BD-25-2189-SLRSD-SLRSD-134952. This contract is designed to provide transportation for the district covering the period from fiscal year 2028 through fiscal year 2030. The place of performance and billing address are located at 250 Pembroke Street in Kingston, Massachusetts. Interested respondents must submit their proposals by the deadline of December 3, 2026. Primary administrative contact for the solicitation is Stefani Hatton, the Purchaser, and Sarah Hickey is listed as the contact person. Proposal forms can be obtained electronically through the purchaser. While the solicitation identifies the service as passenger road transportation, specific unit pricing and the total estimated contract value have not been disclosed in the provided documentation.

Silver Lake Regional School District

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Student Bus Transportation ServicesThis subcontract for Student Bus Transportation Services involves providing passenger road transportation for students on behalf of prime contractors for Ashland Public Schools in Ashland, Massachusetts. The scope of work includes comprehensive route management and the safe, timely pickup and drop-off of students using vehicles that strictly adhere to state and federal safety standards. To qualify, service providers must ensure all drivers possess a Commercial Driver's License with both School Bus and Passenger endorsements, maintain full DOT compliance, and pass required background clearances. Interested parties must submit their responses by December 1, 2026, under NAICS code 485410.

Ashland Public Schools

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School Bus Transportation

Solicitation # BD-27-1591-APS00-APS01-134915

Ashland Public Schools is soliciting bids for school bus transportation services under solicitation number BD-27-1591-APS00-APS01-134915. The contract is an open market procurement for passenger road transportation services, with the period of performance scheduled to begin on July 1, 2027. The place of performance and billing address is located at West Union Street, Ashland, Massachusetts 01721. Interested bidders must submit their responses by the deadline of December 1, 2026. Christopher Mathieu serves as the primary point of contact and purchaser for this solicitation and can be reached via email at [email hidden] or by phone at [phone hidden]. Detailed bid specifications are not included in the primary solicitation document and must be requested directly from the purchaser.

Ashland Public Schools

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V222--RFQ SHUTTLE SERVICES FOR VA CENTRAL CALIFORNIA HEALTH CARE SYSTEM

Solicitation # 36C26127Q0051

The Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 21 is soliciting quotes for an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract to provide full charter shuttle bus services for the VA Central California Health Care System in Fresno. The contractor will be responsible for providing all vehicles, drivers, fuel, and insurance to transport employees between off-site parking lots and the main facility Monday through Friday, excluding federal holidays. The period of performance runs from February 1, 2027, to January 31, 2031, with a guaranteed minimum award of 2,500 dollars and a maximum aggregate value of 8,990,000 dollars. Key operational requirements include maintaining wait times under 15 minutes, providing an onsite supervisor during peak morning and afternoon hours, and ensuring at least one ADA-compliant shuttle is available for specific routes. This procurement is a 100 percent set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) concerns certified by the Small Business Administration. Award will be made to the responsible offeror determined to be the best value based on a comparative evaluation of three factors: a technical submission covering fleet details, a mobilization plan, and a Quality Control Program; past performance within the last three years; and total price including options. Proposals must be submitted electronically by November 16, 2026, in three separate PDF volumes. The successful contractor must adhere to strict insurance minimums, including 500,000 dollars in general liability, and utilize the Tungsten network for electronic invoicing.

261-NETWORK Contract Office 21 (36C261)

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Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) - Okinawa Vehicle Lease and On-Board Video Surveillance System (OBVSS)

Solicitation # HE1254-27-RE-OKINAWAVEHICLES

The Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) is conducting market research through a Request for Information (RFI) to identify qualified companies capable of providing comprehensive vehicle leasing and support services in Okinawa, Japan. The scope of work includes the provision of a diverse fleet—comprising school buses, micro buses with and without wheelchair lifts, tour buses, and passenger vans—along with onboard video surveillance systems (OBVSS), telematics, fleet management systems, connectivity, and full maintenance and support services. The objective is to ensure continuous vehicle availability, student safety, and operational readiness while adhering to Government of Japan motor vehicle laws, Shaken inspection requirements, and Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) regulations. The anticipated period of performance is set to begin on August 1, 2027. This effort is classified under NAICS code 485410 with a size standard of $30.0M and Product Service Code V222. Interested vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and will eventually be required to submit formal proposals through the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) Solicitation Module. For the current RFI phase, the government is requesting statements of interest, three-page capability statements, and non-binding Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) cost estimates, including detailed labor rates and basis of estimate assumptions. Submissions for this market research phase are due by 11:00 am Japan Standard Time on November 11, 2026.

DOD Education Activity

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27-1 School Bus Transportation

Solicitation # BD-26-2196-BHRSD-BHRSD-134868

The Berkshire Hills Regional School District is soliciting bids for school bus transportation services under solicitation number BD-26-2196-BHRSD-BHRSD-134868. This open market procurement was posted on October 27, 2026, with a response deadline of November 30, 2026, at 3:00 PM. The services will be performed in Stockbridge, Massachusetts. Administrative oversight for the contract is managed by Kristen Behnke, the Purchaser, and Vonda Amstead. Billing and remittance should be directed to Vonda Amstead at 50 Main Street, PO Box 617, Stockbridge, MA 01262. While the solicitation identifies a specific line item for school bus transportation, the total contract value and specific unit pricing are not provided in the available documentation.

Berkshire Hills Regional School District

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Legal Ad Only FY27 Regular and Extra Curricular School Bus Transportation Services

Solicitation # BD-24-1243-PUR01-PUR01-134243

The Town of Barnstable is soliciting proposals from qualified contractors to provide regular and extra curricular school bus transportation services for children within the Town of Barnstable. This open market solicitation, identified by number BD-24-1243-PUR01-PUR01-134243, is managed by the Purchasing Division. The contract is structured for a long-term engagement, featuring an initial performance period of sixty months, with two subsequent extension options of thirty-six months and twenty-four months respectively. Administrative oversight is provided by Grayce Rogers as the Purchaser, with Amber Patterson serving as the primary contact and billing recipient located in Hyannis, Massachusetts. Interested parties must submit their responses by the deadline of November 10, 2026. As this is a legal advertisement solicitation, specific pricing and total contract value are not provided in the current documentation.

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Cal Poly Humboldt Shuttle Service

Solicitation # HSU-RFP-00000847

California State Polytechnic University Humboldt is seeking a qualified transportation contractor under solicitation HSU-RFP-00000847 to provide professional shuttle services. The primary scope of work involves transporting passengers between the university's main campus and an off-site residence hall, which are located approximately 0.9 miles apart. The contractor is expected to deliver reliable, safe, and accessible routine daily transportation, as well as provide additional shuttle services for major campus events upon request. The solicitation was posted on October 23, 2026, with a response deadline of November 11, 2026, at 1:00 AM, though other documentation notes a closing date of November 10, 2026, at 5:00 PM PST. Cisco Haggerty serves as the primary point of contact for this SLED organization opportunity. While the specific contract value and period of performance are not disclosed, the university requires a contractor capable of maintaining professional standards for all daily and event-based transit needs.

California State Polytechnic University Humboldt

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ADA Compliant Shuttle Operations (Route C)This subcontract opportunity, managed by the Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contract Office 21, seeks a provider for ADA compliant shuttle operations specifically for prime contractors working on VA facility projects. The selected contractor will operate one ADA compliant shuttle bus on Route C from 5:00 am to 5:30 pm daily and provide additional supplementation for other routes during peak hours. To ensure accessibility and safety, all vehicles must be equipped with lifts or ramps, and drivers are required to hold a CA DMV Class B license with a Passenger endorsement. This procurement is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 485410. Interested parties must submit their responses by November 16, 2026. The contract focuses on the delivery of consistent, accessible transportation services to support the operational needs of VA facility project contractors.

261-NETWORK Contract Office 21 (36C261)

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Standard Employee Shuttle Bus Operations (Routes A & B)This subcontract opportunity, managed by the Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contract Office 21, involves providing daily employee shuttle transportation for prime contractors at VA facility projects. The selected provider will operate seven shuttle buses across Routes A and B during morning and afternoon peak shifts. To ensure operational compliance, all vehicles must have a minimum 20-passenger capacity and be maintained according to public infectious disease countermeasures for cleanliness and sanitization. Qualified drivers must possess a CA DMV Class B license with a Passenger endorsement. This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 485410. Interested parties must submit their responses by the deadline of November 16, 2026.

261-NETWORK Contract Office 21 (36C261)

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Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) - Europe Central Daily Commute Student Transportation Services Landstuhl, Germany Request for Information (RFI) Sources Sought

Solicitation # HE125427RELANDSTUHL

The Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) is conducting market research through a Request for Information (RFI) to identify qualified contractors for daily commute student bus transportation services supporting the Landstuhl Military Community in Germany. The scope of work requires the contractor to provide all personnel, including drivers, safety attendants, and supervision, as well as all necessary vehicles, equipment, and supplies to transport students from Pre-K through 12th grade. Services include daily commutes, curricular, and co-curricular transportation, with a scheduled performance start date of August 1, 2027. The anticipated contract structure includes a base year and four option years, with a potential six-month extension per FAR 52.217-8. Key operational requirements include strict adherence to DoWEA and Host Nation laws, with a 100 percent compliance quality standard monitored via a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan. All personnel must undergo criminal history background checks and fingerprinting, with specific language proficiency and certification requirements for drivers and safety attendants. Interested vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and possess the Proposal Manager role in the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) platform. Submissions, consisting of a statement of interest, a three-page capability statement, and a non-binding Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) cost estimate, are due by 11:00 a.m. EDT on October 30, 2026.

DOD Education Activity

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2028-2030 Regular Education Transportation

Solicitation # BD-27-1442-SPS01-SPS11-134423

Swansea Public Schools is seeking sealed bids for regular education transportation services under solicitation number BD-27-1442-SPS01-SPS11-134423. This open market contract is for a three-year performance period beginning July 1, 2027, and ending June 30, 2030. The primary objective is to secure reliable school transportation services for the district, with the administrative place of performance located at the Office of the Superintendent in Swansea, Massachusetts. Interested parties must submit their sealed bids to the Office of the Superintendent at 1 Gardners Neck Road, Swansea, MA 02777, no later than 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, November 18, 2026. The procurement process is managed by Purchaser Joanne Rebelo, and billing is directed to Scott Holcomb. While the solicitation specifies the scope of work as regular education transportation, specific unit pricing and total contract value are to be determined through the bidding process.

SPS01 - Swansea Public Schools

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The 5th Contracting Squadron is issuing a Sources Sought notice to identify qualified small business concerns capable of providing school bus services at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota. The anticipated requirement involves transporting approximately 900 students in grades K through 8 to and from Memorial Junior High, North Plains Elementary, and Dakota Elementary Schools. Services are expected to run Monday through Friday between 0700 and 1630 hours for approximately 100 school days per year, typically from November 1 through mid-April. This notice is for market research purposes only and does not constitute a request for proposals or a commitment to award a contract. Interested parties under NAICS code 485410 must submit their company information and capabilities to the designated points of contact to help the government determine the appropriate acquisition strategy. Potential offerors are responsible for monitoring Federal Business Opportunities for any future formal solicitations resulting from this inquiry.

General Info

Agency

Department Of Defense → FA4528 5 Cons

Contract Value

$1,200,097.14

NAICS

485410 - School and Employee Bus Transportation

Place of Performance

MINOT AFB, ND, 58705, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Awardee

NORTHLAND BUS SERVICE INC

Award Issued Date

10/15/2009, 12:00:00 AM UTC

Documents

Attachment+1+-++PWS.doc

Attachment+2+-+Performance+Plan.doc

Attachment+3+Area+Map.doc

Attachment+4+Responsibility+Questionnaire.doc

SF+1449+Solicitation.doc

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Timeline

2 updates

PhaseAwarded

PostedApr 29

Sources Sought

Notice updatedJun 18

The response deadline was removed. Set-aside added: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5). The notice description changed.

Notice updatedJul 6

The notice description changed.

AwardedOct 15

Contract was awarded

Submission Closed

09/23/2009, 12:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA4528 5 Cons

Contacts2 people available

OfficeMINOT AFB, ND, 58705, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA4528 5 Cons

Office AddressMINOT AFB, ND, 58705, USA

Contacts

Nicky K BicklerContract Administrator

contact@example.gov

+1 (555) 000-0000

Angela K KleinContracting Officer

contact@example.gov

+1 (555) 000-0000

Full Description

This is a Sources Sought notice, not a request for quote, proposal, or invitation for bid. The intent of this notice is to determine the availability of small business concerns for potential set-aside. No award will be made from this Sources Sought. No solicitation is available at this time. All responses will be used to determine the appropriate acquisition strategy for a future acquisition. After review of the responses to this Sources Sought notice, and if the Government still plans to proceed with the acquisition, a solicitation announcement will be published on Federal Business Opportunities. It is the potential offeror's responsibility to monitor this site for a future synopsis/solicitation, as they will not be notified. The 5th Contracting Squadron is seeking sources interested in a possible contract to provide school bus services for approximately 900 children in grades K through 8 at Minot AFB, ND. The NAICS code is 485410. The Contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, and other items and services necessary to perform bus service as defined in the Performance Work Statement (PWS). School bus service shall be provided between the hours of 0700 and 1630, Monday through Friday, beginning on or about 01 November and ending on or about 15 April, an estimated 100 school days each year. The Government has the option to end this service anytime between 31 March and 15 April. The service is for Memorial Jr. High, North Plains Elementary, and Dakota Elementary Schools, all located on Minot AFB, ND. Offerors having the skills and capabilities necessary to perform the stated requirement are invited to provide information to contribute to this Sources Sought notice including commercial market information and company information via e-mail or facsimile (+1 (555) 000-0000) to Nicky Bickler at contact@example.gov no later than 11 May 2009. RESPONSES SHOULD INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION: company name, address, point of contact, phone number, and e-mail address. Any questions or concerns may also be directed to Nicky Bickler via email or phone, +1 (555) 000-0000. The alternate POC is Angie Klein at contact@example.gov. This notice is to assist the 5th Contracting Squadron in determining potential sources only. This Sources Sought notice is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government, nor will the Government pay for the information solicited. No basis for claim against the Government shall arise as a result of a response to this notice.