RESPONSES TO BIDDER QUESTIONS: Invitation for Bid #N2N-IFB-2026-01: Section 5310 Purchase of Transportation Services – Rural and Urban Service Areas

Neighbor to Neighbor of South Carolina, Inc. (N2N) is soliciting bids under IFB N2N-IFB-2026-01 to establish a pool of qualified contractors for non-emergency transportation services. The contract provides door-to-door transport for older adults, veterans, and adults with disabilities to medical, behavioral health, and ancillary service providers within Horry, Georgetown, and Williamsburg Counties. Services are divided into Lot 1 for urban areas and Lot 2 for rural areas, with a focus on both ambulatory and wheelchair-accessible transportation. The anticipated start date is November 2, 2026, with a base term of one year and two optional one-year renewals. Awards will be granted to the lowest responsive and responsible bidders. Bidders must be registered with SAM.gov and authorized to do business in South Carolina. The solicitation requires strict adherence to federal and state regulations, including the Americans with Disabilities Act, HIPAA privacy standards, and FTA Section 5310 funding requirements. Contractors must provide properly maintained vehicles that pass South Carolina safety inspections and employ qualified drivers. Bids must be submitted by October 2, 2026, at 2:00 PM, and must include the required bidding schedule worksheet and certifications regarding lobbying, drug-free workplaces, and government-wide debarment.