North Carolina eVP #180-06242026

Private Transportation Services for Homeless, Special Needs, and Pre-K Students in Edgecombe County, NC

Edgecombe County Public Schools in North Carolina is soliciting proposals for private transportation services for homeless, special needs, and Pre-K students. - Government Buyer: - Edgecombe County Public Schools (State of North Carolina) - Managed by Jackie Farmer, Purchasing Specialist - Services Requested: - Daily passenger road transportation for displaced/homeless, special needs, and Pre-K students - Transportation within Edgecombe County and occasionally to surrounding counties - Services must accommodate Individualized Education Programs (IEP) and 504 plans - Vehicles must be ADA-compliant and equipped with electronic recording devices - Drivers must be qualified, undergo background checks, and hold required certifications - Strict confidentiality of student records required - Compliance with all federal and state laws, including North Carolina statutes on vendor eligibility, work authorization, and anti-collusion - Proposal Requirements: - Detailed pricing, fleet information, safety programs, and references - Sealed, mailed proposals only (no electronic submissions) - Confidential Federal Employer Identification Number or Social Security Number required for processing - No specific OEMs or vehicle manufacturers are named in the solicitation - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Must provide ADA-compliant vehicles and adhere to IEP/504 accommodations - Electronic recording devices required in vehicles - Emphasis on safety, confidentiality, and legal compliance

Description

This solicitation is for private transportation services specifically for homeless, special needs, and pre-K students. The service is to be provided under the Edgecombe County Board of Education. The solicitation requires sealed, mailed responses only, and electronic bids are not permitted. The proposal opening date is July 8, 2026, at 2:00 pm ET.

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