3D Consortium Student Transportation Services Request for Proposal.pdf

This document is a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the 3D Consortium for Student Transportation Services. The Consortium represents Genesee County and the City of Farmington Hills in the state of Michigan. The RFP seeks proposals for the provision of comprehensive student transportation services, including regular route services, activity/field trip services, and specialized transportation services. The RFP outlines the required scope of work, including vehicle specifications, driver qualifications, and performance metrics. Respondents must submit their proposals by the due date of June 15, 2023, and a mandatory pre-proposal conference will be held on May 1, 2023. The contract term is for three years, with the possibility of two one-year renewal options.

The RFP provides details on the pricing structure, including per-mile, per-hour, and per-student rates. There are no specific set-aside requirements, but the Consortium encourages participation from Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs). The current incumbent provider is ABC Transportation, who has held the contract for the past five years. The RFP states that funding for the transportation services will be provided through a combination of state and local sources, with the total annual budget estimated at $12 million.