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36C26126Q1130Federal

Submission Closed08/24/2026, 10:00:00 PM UTC

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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.

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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.

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Student Transportation Services

Solicitation # 26-1456

Chicago Public Schools is soliciting competitive bids under solicitation 26-1456 for qualified vendors to provide daily home-to-school and school-to-home student transportation services. The contract period is set to commence on August 1, 2027, and end on July 31, 2030, with two optional two-year renewal terms. The scope of work focuses on daily route operations developed by the Department of Student Transportation Services, including the potential for electric yellow bus leasing for specific Chicago zip codes. Field trip services are explicitly excluded from this solicitation and will be addressed in a separate upcoming opportunity. Award decisions will be based on the most qualified proposer, evaluated through criteria including professional experience, past performance, insurance compliance, and the quality of implementation plans and interrogatory responses. Selected vendors must adhere to strict on-time performance standards, maintaining a 10-minute arrival window. Financial requirements include a performance bond set at 50 percent of annual revenue for the first year and 25 percent for subsequent years. Billing is structured as a fixed fee plus calculated mileage, with invoices submitted electronically in PDF format. Compliance is mandatory across various legal and safety standards, including the Drug-Free Workplace Act, FERPA, and the Illinois School Code regarding communicable diseases. Vendors must also provide detailed resumes for key management personnel and ensure all staff undergo approved background checks. The solicitation encourages participation from certified Minority, Women, and Small Business Enterprises. All proposals must be submitted by November 16, 2026, and include an executive summary, notarized execution page, and completed disclosure and tax forms.

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Student Bus Transportation OperatorThis subcontract opportunity is for a Student Bus Transportation Operator to provide student transport services for prime contractors on Department of Defense Education Activity projects in Landstuhl, Germany. The scope of work includes managing daily commute routes for between 451 and 650 students, as well as completing 400 curricular and 400 co-curricular runs annually. Operations require navigating both military installation housing and Host Nation roadways using school buses that meet all DoWEA and Host Nation compliance standards. To ensure the safe transport of students to schools and authorized activities, all drivers must successfully pass criminal background screenings. This requirement falls under NAICS code 485410. Interested parties should note the response deadline of October 30, 2026, at 3:00 PM.

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Student Transportation Services Provider

Solicitation # RFP260904

Seattle Public Schools is seeking a student transportation services provider under solicitation RFP260904 to provide point-to-point transportation for over 18,000 students. The scope includes regular school routes, athletics programs, and field trips across an 84-square-mile area. The contract requires a fleet consisting of 120 to 170 Type A buses, 20 to 60 Type A Lift buses, and 20 to 60 Type C Lift buses. The base term runs from September 1, 2027, through August 31, 2030, with potential extensions for up to two additional years, or a total of seven years if zero-emission buses are utilized. The selection process is based on a weighted evaluation where pricing accounts for 50 percent of the score, followed by experience and qualifications, operations and service delivery, safety and risk management, and fleet and electrification readiness. Key performance indicators focus on a 97 percent on-time arrival target, safety performance, and student counts, which directly impact monthly payments. The awarded contractor must adhere to strict safety and legal standards, including FERPA for student data privacy, ADA Title II and Section 508 for accessibility, and Washington state regulations for driver qualifications. Payment is issued monthly within 30 days of invoice receipt.

Seattle Public Schools

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C26910005- JG Bus Transportation- Santa Barbara

Solicitation # C26910005

The California Department of Parks and Recreation, Channel Coast District, is soliciting bids for contract C26910005 to provide bus transportation services for the Santa Barbara Junior Lifeguard program. The performance period is scheduled from June 14, 2027, through July 30, 2027, with services based at Refugio State Beach in Goleta, California. The contractor will be responsible for daily weekday transportation between 10:00 am and 3:00 pm, utilizing six designated pick-up and drop-off locations split between West County and East County routes. Additionally, the scope includes transportation for four field trip days to various sites, including Carpinteria City Beach and Gaviota State Park, which may require earlier pick-up times and additional vehicles. Bids must be submitted by October 29, 2026, at 2:00 PM via email to CCDBID@parks.ca.gov or by mail to the Channel Coast District office in Ventura. This is an Invitation for Bid requiring a base bid lump sum total, with a 5% preference granted to certified California Small Businesses or non-certified firms subcontracting at least 25% of the work to a certified Small Business. While Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise participation is encouraged, it is not required. Required submission documents include the Service Bid Form, Payee Data Records, and various certifications regarding nondiscrimination, drug-free workplaces, and the Darfur Contracting Act. Awardees must maintain primary commercial general liability insurance and comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

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Field Trips and Athletic Events Bus Transportation Services 2027-2029

Solicitation # BD-27-1635-001-LEO1-134479

The City of Leominster, through the Office of the Purchasing Agent, is soliciting bids for passenger road transportation services to support the Leominster School Department. This open market solicitation, identified by solicitation number BD-27-1635-001-LEO1-134479, specifically covers busing services for extracurricular activities, including field trips and athletic events. The contract is intended to span the 2027-2029 period, with actual services scheduled to commence on November 1, 2026. Interested parties must submit their responses by the deadline of October 29, 2026, at 4:30 PM, with the bid opening scheduled for 11:30 AM that same day. The primary point of contact for this procurement is Purchaser Greg Chapdelaine. Full bid documents and detailed submission instructions are available for download on the City of Leominster website under the Purchasing Department subpage.

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Special Education (SPED) and ESY TransportationThis subcontract involves providing specialized transportation services for prime contractors supporting Department of Defense Education Activity projects at the West Point Military Community in New York. The scope of work focuses on operating Special Education routes for both the regular school year and Extended School Year services, ensuring the safe and compliant transport of students. To meet operational requirements, the contractor must utilize modified school buses equipped with wheelchair lifts and securement systems. Additionally, all drivers and aides must be specifically trained in special education safety and operational protocols. This opportunity is designated as a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 485410.

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Daily Commute and General Student TransportationThis small business set-aside subcontract involves providing daily bus transportation services for the Department of Defense Education Activity at the West Point Military Community in New York. The scope of work includes operating regular school year routes as well as facilitating transportation for various curricular and co-curricular trips. To ensure the safe transport of students, the contractor must utilize standard school buses that comply with all federal and state safety regulations. Qualified providers must ensure that all drivers meet specific suitability standards and maintain comprehensive Commercial General Liability Insurance. This opportunity is categorized under NAICS code 485410, with a response deadline set for October 28, 2026.

DOD Education Activity

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Daily Commute and SPED Student Transportation Services – West Point, New York

Solicitation # HE1254-27-RE-WESTPOINT

The Department of Defense Education Activity is conducting market research via Request for Information HE1254-27-RE-WESTPOINT to identify qualified companies capable of providing comprehensive student transportation services for the West Point Military Community in New York. The scope of work includes daily commute services, Special Education (SPED) transportation with trained safety aides, and curricular or co-curricular transportation, including Extended School Year (ESY) services. The anticipated period of performance is set to begin on August 1, 2027. This acquisition is categorized under NAICS code 485410 for School and Employee Bus Transportation and is designated as a total small business set-aside. The contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary personnel, including drivers and safety attendants, as well as the vehicles and equipment required to meet Federal, State, and DoWEA regulations. Key requirements include strict vehicle inspection timelines, the maintenance of a Quality Control Plan, and the provision of commercial general liability insurance. Personnel must meet suitability standards, and drivers must be clearly identified with nametags or badges. The government may exercise an option to extend services for an additional six months. Interested vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management and were required to submit a statement of interest, a three-page capability statement, and a non-binding rough order of magnitude cost estimate by October 28, 2026.

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Northern Lights School Division - Invitation to Bid - Open Tender for 2 NLPS Glendon Area Bus Routes 2026-27

Solicitation # AB-2026-06842

Northern Lights School Division is seeking bids through an open tender for the provision of bussing services for two specific bus routes in the Glendon, Alberta area. These services are required for the duration of the 2026-27 school year. Interested parties can obtain the necessary tender packages by contacting Matt Richter, the Director of Transportation, via email. All technical inquiries regarding the tender requirements should be directed to the transportation department email. Completed tender submissions must be mailed to the Northern Lights School Division office in Bonnyville, Alberta, addressed to Matt Richter. The deadline for submission is October 29, 2026, at 11 am.

Northern Lights School Division

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Northern Lights School Division - Invitation to Bid - Open Tender for 2026-27 Bus Services from Kikino to LLB

Solicitation # AB-2026-06840

The Northern Lights School Division is seeking bids through an open tender for the provision of bussing services between Kikino and LLB for the 2026-27 school year. Interested parties can obtain tender packages by contacting Matt Richter, the Director of Transportation, via email. Any inquiries concerning the technical requirements of the contract should be directed to the designated transportation email address. Completed tender submissions must be mailed to the Northern Lights School Division office in Bonnyville, Alberta, addressed to the Director of Transportation. The deadline for all submissions is October 29, 2026, at 11 am.

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The Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 21 is issuing a sources sought announcement to identify capable contractors for employee shuttle services supporting the VA Central California Health Care System. This is a preliminary request for information to help the government determine its procurement strategy and business type decision; it is not a formal solicitation and does not constitute a commitment to award a contract. The project falls under NAICS code 485410, with a small business size standard of 30 million dollars. Interested contractors must submit a comprehensive capability statement by August 24, 2026, including their socioeconomic status, SAM unique entity ID, and evidence of experience with large-scale shuttle services. The scope of work involves providing 20 to 24 seat shuttles, including ADA-compliant vehicles for specific routes, during morning and afternoon peak hours as well as full-day service. Responses must include a price estimate for the base period and detailed information regarding the percentage of work to be performed by the prime contractor versus subcontractors to ensure compliance with federal limitations on subcontracting.

General Info

VA sources sought for employee shuttle services supporting Central California Health Care System.

Agency

Department Of Veterans Affairs → 261-NETWORK Contract Office 21 (36C261)

NAICS

485410 - School and Employee Bus Transportation

Place of Performance

See Draft Performance Work Statement, CA, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

Draft Performance Work Statement for Shuttle Services at VACCHCS Fresno

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Sources Sought 36C26126Q1130 Employee Shuttle Services

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Timeline

PhaseClosed

PostedAug 13

Sources Sought

Response DeadlineAug 24

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

08/24/2026, 10:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Veterans Affairs → 261-NETWORK Contract Office 21 (36C261)

Contacts1 person available

OfficeMATHER, CA, 95655, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Veterans Affairs → 261-NETWORK Contract Office 21 (36C261)

Office AddressMATHER, CA, 95655, USA

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Full Description

THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT ANNOUNCEMENT ONLY. No Solicitation is currently available. All information contained in this Sources Sought Announcement is preliminary, as well as subject to modification, and is in no way binding on the Government. The Government will not pay for any information submitted in response to this request. The information requested will be used solely within the Department of Veterans Affairs to facilitate decision making and will not be disclosed outside of the Government. The determination of a procurement strategy, based upon the comments submitted in response to this Sources Sought Announcement, is solely within the discretion of the Government. The applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code is 485410, School and Employee Bus Transportation, and the small business size standard is $30 Million. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Network Contracting Office (NCO 21) is soliciting information from contractors that can provide Employee Shuttle Services for VA Central California Health Care System (VACCHCS) a draft copy of the Performance Work Statement (PWS) is attached. Brief Description of Services See attached Draft PWS. Capability Statement All interested contractors must respond by email to Timothy.Smith9de3@va.gov before 15:00 P.M. PST on August 24, 2026. Please answer the following questions when responding: What is your company s Socioeconomic Status? (ex: small business, large business, SDVOSB, etc.) a. If SDVOSB or VOSB, are you registered with the Small Business Administration? Veteran Small Business Certification (sba.gov) Provide Company s legal name along with Unique Entity ID (SAM) number.
Primary point of contact, including phone number and e-mail address.
Capabilities Statement.
Describe your company s experience conducting large-scale employee shuttle services as described in the draft PWS.

List other Projects (Government and Commercial) that are similar in scope and size.
As this is a service acquisition, the Small Business Administration and the Federal Acquisition Regulation have a Limitations on Subcontracting requirement. For all small businesses, to include SDVOSB and VOSB, At least 50 percent of the cost of contract performance incurred for personnel shall be expended for employees of the concern. See FAR 52.219-14 and FAR 52.219-27 available in full text at https://www.acquisition.gov/far/html/52_217_221.html
7a. Of the service actions listed above, which one(s) will your company perform as the prime contractor using its own personnel without subcontracting?

7b. With respect to the service actions listed above, which action(s) do you intend on subcontracting or using other than your company s own personnel?

7c. Of those services that will be performed, approximately what percentage will be paid to the subcontractor(s)?
GSA Contract Number, if applicable.
Fill out the price estimate below for the base period only. Estimate does not include Option Year *Failure to provide the information requested above (items 1-9) will be considered non-responsive and will not be considered a viable source.* RFQ number 36C26126Q1130 has been assigned and should be referenced on all correspondence regarding this announcement. The Government will use this information when determining its business type decision. This synopsis is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government and no contract will be awarded as a direct result of this Sources Sought announcement. Notes: Contractors must have a current registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) at https://sam.gov/SAM/ SDVOSB and VOSB firms should be registered at the time of submission and verified at https://search.certifications.sba.gov/
CLIN Description Estimated Quantity Unit Unit Price Total Price 0001 Employee Shuttle Service (20 to 24 seat shuttle) in accordance with the PWS to provide transportation from 5:00 am to 9:00 am. At least 1 shuttle must be ADA compliant to assist with transportation for Route C.
Projected Period of Performance -Base Year 2/01/27 1/31/28 7 EA $ $ 0002 Employee Shuttle Service (20 to 24 seat shuttle) in accordance with the PWS to provide transportation from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm. At least 1 shuttle must be ADA compliant to assist with transportation for Route C from 3:00 pm to 5:30 pm. 7 EA $ $ 0003 Employee Shuttle Service (20 to 24 seat shuttle) in accordance with the Performance Work Statement from 5:00 am to 5:30 pm. This Shuttle must be ADA compliant to provide dedicated transportation for Route C 1 EA $ $ Total Estimated Price
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