Georgia Procurement Registry #PE-55519-NONST-2027-000000004

Student transportation services for International Community School

International Community School is seeking a vendor to provide student transportation in Decatur, Georgia, beginning with the 2027–28 school year. - Buyer: International Community School (ICS), Decatur, DeKalb County, Georgia. - Services requested: Daily transportation for approximately 200 students across three routes, plus as-needed field trip transportation. ICS serves approximately 550 K–5 students. - Provider responsibilities: Supply and maintain buses, hire and supervise regular and substitute drivers, and provide driver training. - Vehicle requirements: Buses must have at least 70-passenger capacity and meet applicable local, state, and federal requirements, including Georgia DOT safety inspections. Vehicles must include two-way communication, live tracking, and climate control. - Driver and insurance requirements: Drivers must pass background checks and drug screening and have experience working with elementary-aged students and non-native English speakers. The vendor must maintain at least $1 million in liability insurance. - OEMs and vendors: No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the opportunity. - Evaluation factors: Experience, service capability, cost, and references.

Description

International Community School (ICS) is requesting proposals from vendors with a proven history of providing quality student transportation to schools in the State of Georgia. The contract services would begin in the 27/28 school year and include daily bus service for students, field trips, vehicle maintenance, and driver management. ICS currently operates 3 routes serving approximately 200 students, with specific requirements for buses and drivers to ensure safety and compliance. The proposal process includes submission of detailed proposals by November 2, 2026, with evaluation based on criteria such as experience, service capability, and cost.

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