Transportation Services for the Missouri Schools for the Severely Disabled (MSSD

The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Missouri Schools for the Severely Disabled (MSSD), is soliciting transportation services for the 2026-2027 school year. The contract covers the safe daily transport of students to and from five school locations: E.W. Thompson School, Parkview School, Shady Grove School, Dale M. Thompson/Trails West School, and Verelle Peniston School. The scope includes regular routes, lunch runs, and ancillary transportation. The contract is effective for one year from the start date, with the Division of Purchasing holding the option to renew for up to three additional one-year periods. Award decisions are based on the lowest and best vendor for each school location, utilizing a scoring system that allocates up to 200 points for cost and provides bonus points for vendors utilizing qualified nonprofit organizations for the blind or sheltered workshops. Contractors must hold a Missouri DOT number, maintain a satisfactory safety rating with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, and carry liability insurance of at least $2,000,000 per occurrence. Strict compliance is required regarding the Zero Tolerance Policy Against Abuse, FBI criminal background checks, and E-Verify enrollment. Additionally, all personnel must undergo annual medical physicals and specific training on emergency medical procedures. Proposals must be submitted electronically via MissouriBUYS by November 30, 2026. Required documentation includes a series of vendor response exhibits covering pricing, experience, and business compliance, including certifications regarding tax compliance and the Anti-Discrimination Against Israel Act. All submitted files must be searchable and in Word, Excel, or PDF format, with a maximum size of 100MB per attachment.