Supplemental Transportation Services

The Stockton Unified School District is soliciting proposals under RFP NO. 26-27-10 for supplemental student transportation services to support general and special education students, including those requiring specialized accommodations. The selected provider must furnish all necessary personnel, vehicles, and technology, including GPS/AVL and RFID solutions, while adhering to California Department of Education, California Highway Patrol, and DMV standards. Key operational requirements include conducting route dry runs five days before school starts, initiating transportation for new students within three school days of notification, and implementing IEP-related schedule changes within two business days. Proposers must possess at least five years of relevant experience in student transportation. Proposals are due by 2:00 pm on October 16, 2026, via the District's e-Procurement Portal. Evaluation is based on a 100-point scale, prioritizing operational approach and service delivery (25 points), qualifications and experience (20 points), and personnel, training, and safety (15 points), following an initial pass/fail screening of minimum requirements. The cost proposal is evaluated on a 10-point scale and must include hourly rates for various driver and attendant categories. The contract utilizes Net 30 invoicing and includes strict financial penalties for service failures, ranging from 25 dollars for late pickups to 2,500 dollars for endangering student safety. Required submission documents include an Equal Opportunity Certification, Iran Contracting Act Certification, and a W-9.