Bid_4139MF_Charter_Bus_Service_-_PROPOSAL_FORM.xlsx

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Charter Bus Service, Term Contract State and local contract opportunity
Solicitation number
4139MF
Issued by
Marion County, Florida

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This is a Proposal Form for a Charter Bus Service Term Contract issued by The School Board of Marion County, Florida, soliciting bids for charter bus transportation services. The contract is set to commence on August 13, 2025, and run through August 12, 2026, with bids due on July 2, 2025, at 2:00 pm. The purpose is to secure pre-qualified contractors to provide reliable charter bus services for field trips, athletic activities, and extracurricular activities district-wide on an as-needed basis. The bid covers three bus size categories: 48-56 passenger, 30-47 passenger, and 29 and under passenger buses.

The proposal form requires vendors to submit not-to-exceed rates for various service types, including a five-hour minimum charter, hourly rates for trips over five hours, mileage rates, daily rates for multi-day trips, premium rates for special events, relief driver exchange rates, and cancellation fees. Vendors must also specify the number of buses available for each size category and indicate accessory options such as TV/DVD, WiFi, power outlets, lift/gate, PA system, luggage storage, USB charging ports, and reclining seats. The district will request quotes from awarded vendors when services are needed, with vendors required to respond within 48 hours of a quote request, and all vendors must comply with federal, state, and local standards and regulations.

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The School Board of Marion County, Florida
~An Equal Opportunity School District~
Bid #: 4139MF
Bid Title: Charter Bus Service, Term Contract
Date & Time Due: July 2, 2025 @ 2:00pm
Term: August 13, 2025 to August 12, 2026
Board Date: August 12, 2025
Legal Name of Vendor:
FEI Number:
Name of Person Completing Proposal Form:
Email Address:

ALL RATES ARE 'NOT TO EXCEED'.

This allows companies the opportunity to invoice services at a lower rate. Rates begin at pick-up location and end at return location designated by School Board. Unit cost shall include all applicable costs to include: fuel, labor, vehicle maintenance, tolls, and all compensation for driver(s), including gratuities, etc.

ITEM NO.DESCRIPTION
FLAT RATE

This rate is to include allowance for deadhead.

1First Five (5) Hours Minimum Charter - Cost
48-56 Passenger$0.000
30-47 Passenger$0.000
29 and Under Passenger$0.000
Comments:
TRIPS OVER FIVE (5) HOURS

Trips will be billed at either the rate per hour OR mileage. The greater amount will prevail.

2 Rate per Hour - Cost These hours are in addition to the 5 hour flat rate.

48-56 Passenger$0.000
30-47 Passenger$0.000
29 and Under Passenger$0.000
Comments:
3Mileage Rate - Cost

Flat Fee per Mile

48-56 Passenger$0.000
30-47 Passenger$0.000
29 and Under Passenger$0.000
Comments:
ITEM NO.DESCRIPTION
MULTIPLE DAYS OR OVERNIGHT STAYS

Daily rate for multiple days/overnight stays. School Board will pay for driver hotel expense at the same premises as students/staff.

4Rate per Day - Cost
48-56 Passenger$0.000
30-47 Passenger$0.000
29 and Under Passenger$0.000
Comments:
PREMIUM RATE PER HOUR

This rate may be charged fro GradBash and other events as recognized by School Board.

5Rate per Hour - Cost
48-56 Passenger$0.000
30-47 Passenger$0.000
29 and Under Passenger$0.000
Comments:
RELIEF DRIVER EXCHANGE

This rate may be charged if DOT regulations require driver exchange on a given charter.

6Rate per Hour$0.000
Mileage Rate$0.000
Rate per Day$0.000
Comments:
FLAT FEE FOR CANCELLATION - Cost

This fee may be charged for cancellations made less than 7 days through the day of the event.

(Not to exceed $250.00)

748-56 Passenger$0.000
30-47 Passenger$0.000
29 and Under Passenger$0.000
Comments:
NUMBER OF BUSES AVAILABLE ON A SINGLE DAY FOR EACH BUS SIZE
8Passenger Capacity/Number Available
48-56 Passenger0
30-47 Passenger0
29 and Under Passenger0
Comments:
ITEM NO.DESCRIPTION
PLEASE SPECIFY ANY RESTRICTIONS

(i.e., No students in the front rows, seat belts, restroom facilities, etc.)

9 Comments:

STANDARD/ADDITIONAL/PREMIER ACCESSORIES

(PLEASE REFER REQUIRED FORMS, SPECIFICATIONS, BUS VEHICLE/REQUIREMENTS, N.)

Please indicate in the space provided: S for Standard; A for Additional, and/or P for Premier AccessoriesTV/DVDWIFIPower OutletsLift or GateP/A System with MicrophoneLuggage StorageUSB Charging PortsReclining Seats
1048-56 Passenger
Cost (if applicable, i.e. not S-Standard)$0.000$0.000$0.000$0.000$0.000$0.000$0.000$0.000
Additional Comments:
30-47 Passenger
Cost (if applicable, i.e. not S-Standard)$0.000$0.000$0.000$0.000$0.000$0.000$0.000$0.000
Additional Comments:
29 and Under Passenger
Cost (if applicable, i.e. not S-Standard)$0.000$0.000$0.000$0.000$0.000$0.000$0.000$0.000
Additional Comments:
CONTACT INFORMATION
11Contact Person(s) for Scheduling:

Phone Number(s) for Scheduling:

Email Address(es) for Scheduling, Quotes and Other Communication:

Bid 4139MF Charter Bus Service, Term Contract - PROPOSAL FORM

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