Opportunity
Quebec SEAO #20177047
CSSPO school transportation network optimization consulting services
Posted
October 16, 2026
Respond By
November 02, 2026
Identifier
20177047
NAICS
541614
CSSPO is seeking consulting support to redesign its school transportation network as public transit service is withdrawn for many students. - Government buyer: Centre de services scolaire des Portages-de-l'Outaouais (CSSPO). - Services requested: Review and optimize school transportation, including vehicle needs, routes, sequencing, trip duration, minibus use, school bell times, staffing, and operating costs. - Deliverables and requirements: Validate CSSPO’s data; develop and present transportation scenarios; participate in analysis and adjustment meetings; provide final recommendations and a results presentation; and support adjustments for enrolment changes and other circumstances. - OEMs and vendors: No OEMs, suppliers, or service vendors are named in the provided information. No products or part numbers are specified. - Estimated value and term: Estimated contract amount is $160,000. The work covers two school years if the one-year renewal option is exercised, for a potential total duration of 24 months.
Description
The Centre de services scolaire des Portages-de-l'Outaouais (CSSPO) is seeking services to review and optimize its school transportation network following the planned withdrawal of public transit service for a significant portion of its clientele. The work includes analyzing vehicle needs, route planning and duration, minibus use, school bell times, staffing requirements, and operating costs. The supplier will develop and adjust transportation scenarios, provide a final recommendation for the 2026–2027 school year by May 15, 2027, and make adjustments through August 2027. A further schedule and final recommendation are planned for the 2027–2028 school year, with the final solution due by May 15, 2028.