School Bus Government Bids & RFPs

The document specifies a completion date of February 20, 2026, for the construction documents related to the concrete paving project at Forest Lake Elementary School.

The document mentions that a qualified landscape installer is required for turf establishment, with specific certifications for their field supervisor. For concrete paving, it references compliance with ACI standards and the engagement of a qualified testing agency for field quality control.

The bid proposals will be received until 2:00 PM on April 16, 2026.

Bidders must be properly licensed for the work in accordance with section 87 of the North Carolina General Statutes.

A prebid conference will be held at the project site at 4:30 PM on April 9, 2026. Attendees should meet at the front of the school. Attendance at this conference is recommended for all potential bidders to examine the existing conditions and to discuss details of the project.

The bid opening date is Monday, April 20, 2026, at 10:00 a. m. Sealed bids must be received by this time.

The bid notice states that payment to contractors shall be made on or about the 30th day of the month, in monthly installments, beginning in October, provided an invoice and supporting documentation are submitted on a timely basis. Payment for the month of June will be made starting June 30th and continuing through July 15th.

The bid notice states that the Lakewood Board of Education intends to award a contract for transportation as soon as possible after the date set for the opening of bids. In the event of a tie bid for a route, the award will be based on the lowest cost for an aide, or if that also results in a tie, on the lowest increase/decrease adjustment cost. If all costs are the same, the award will be based on a coin toss.

Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of ****, c. 127 N. J. A. C. 17:27, affirmative action. Additionally, all bidders must submit a copy of their business registration certificate and a statement of ownership disclosure. Drivers must possess a valid CDL license with P and S endorsements and undergo criminal history background checks and tuberculosis testing.

The bid notice details a comprehensive list of penalties for transportation contractors for various infractions, including failure to report accidents, late arrivals, commingling of routes, equipment failure, missed pickups, unauthorized passengers, service failures, improper use of electronic equipment, and failure to report student absences. Penalties range from monetary fines to potential breach of contract and cancellation.

There will be no pre-bid meeting scheduled for bid ****.

The contractor may dispute penalties by serving notice of appeal upon the superintendent within 30 days of the penalty being served.