RCCD027002-HMLSTRANS_ad1.pdf

This is Addendum No. 1 to an RFP issued by the Central Bidding Department of Red Clay Consolidated School District (Delaware) for homeless and foster care student transportation services. The addendum, dated July 30, 2026, clarifies key specifications and requirements for prospective bidders prior to the August 12, 2026 proposal opening at 2:00 PM. The scope encompasses transportation services for Pre-K through 12 displaced students to their schools of origin, including standard transportation, transportation with attendants, wheelchair-accessible transportation, out-of-state service, and sole passenger service. The contract runs from award through August 1, 2027, with an option to renew by mutual agreement. The district reserves the right to award to multiple vendors and may terminate with thirty days' written notice.

The addendum addresses three key bidder inquiries regarding requirements. Business references must come from outside customers or clients who have contracted for transportation services rather than from internal Red Clay personnel. Vehicle requirements specify models from 2017 or newer, clean condition, updated maintenance records, installed cameras, and preferably 10-passenger vehicles or micro buses. All pricing must be submitted as all-inclusive hourly rates per student. Vendors must demonstrate minimum three years' experience in fleet or mass transportation management, provide three business references, submit current background checks and child protection registry clearances for all drivers and aides, and maintain vehicles no older than 10 years. General liability and professional liability insurance of $1 million is required. Bid deposits and performance bonds are waived.