Solicitation Notice - RFP WRESA-48-2026-2027-04.docx
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- RFP WRE 260000002204 1
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This is a Solicitation Notice for Request for Proposal (RFP) WRESA-48-2026-2027-04 issued by the Western Regional Education Service Agency (WRESA) in Michigan for Early Childhood Transportation Services. The RFP seeks qualified transportation service providers to deliver transportation services for early childhood programs across the region during the 2026-2027 school year. The solicitation outlines requirements for vehicle specifications, driver qualifications, route planning, and student safety protocols. Interested bidders must submit proposals by the specified deadline, with responses evaluated based on price competitiveness, service quality, safety records, and operational capabilities. The contract term is for the 2026-2027 school year with potential renewal options for subsequent years contingent upon performance and budget availability.
Pricing should be submitted on a per-route, per-mile, or per-student basis as specified in the proposal instructions. The RFP may include set-asides for minority-owned, women-owned, or local business enterprises in accordance with Michigan procurement regulations. Funding for this contract derives from early childhood program budgets and may be distributed across multiple funding sources including state appropriations and federal grants. Bidders should review all technical specifications, insurance requirements, and compliance standards outlined in the solicitation documents. The incumbent contractor information and performance history, if applicable, may be available upon request to provide context for the service requirements and operational expectations.
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RFP # WRESA-48-2026-2027-04
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR Early Childhood Transportation Services
NIGP Commodity Codes: 071, 961, 962
Solicitation Schedule:
| RFP TIMETABLE |
| DATE / TIME |
| RFP Issue Date |
| June 12, 2026 |
| Pre-Proposal Meeting** |
| June 26, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time |
| Submission of Question(s) from Supplier Due |
| June 30, 2026, by 12:00 p.m. Eastern Time |
| Answers to Supplier Questions Due |
| July 10, 2026 |
| Proposals Due* |
| July 17, 2026, by 12:00 p.m. Eastern Time |
| Contract Start |
| September 01, 2026 |
*Proposals received later than the specified deadline will be disqualified.
** Pre-Proposal Meeting is strongly encouraged, though it is not mandatory to attend. The Pre-Proposal Meeting will be held virtually via Microsoft Teams on June 26, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time. Please see the meeting link, ID, and passcode below.
Pre-Proposal Meeting:
Topic: Early Childhood Transportation Day/Time: June 26, 2026, 10:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/261139348269045?p=IVkfTxTlahfEhk8R3G Meeting ID: 261 139 348 269 045 Passcode: Gp77cX6R
Description of Project/Service:
Wayne RESA is requesting proposals for a Contractor to provide safe, reliable, and fully compliant transportation services for children ages three (3) to five (5) who are enrolled in the Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP). Services shall include daily student transportation using black‑and‑yellow school buses that meet all applicable federal and State of Michigan safety standards, with each vehicle staffed by a qualified driver and bus aide. The Contractor must adhere to all requirements outlined in the LARA Child Care Licensing transportation rules, Michigan Department of Education (MDE) and Pupil Transportation Advisory Committee (PTAC) guidelines, and all applicable child safety restraint, supervision, loading, unloading, and drop‑off procedures. The Contractor must maintain all required documentation, support ISD reporting obligations, and ensure consistent, high‑quality service delivery throughout the entire length of the Contract.
Note to Vendors:
This is a summary notification. The complete Request for Proposal (RFP), including all attachments and addendums will be provided at Bidnet Direct’s MITN Purchasing and on Wayne RESA’s website. Vendors interested in responding to this solicitation are required to register via Bidnet Direct’s MITN Purchasing System. The Solicitation Schedule provided within this Solicitation Notice is subject to change. All changes will be posted within Bidnet Direct’s MITN Purchasing System.
Steps to Access Full RFP on Bidnet Direct’s MITN:
1. Go to www.bidnetdirect.com/mitn/resa.
2. Register or log in if you are already a member.
3. Navigate to the RFP section and search for the solicitation number or title.
4. Download all relevant documents and follow the instructions specified in the RFP to submit your response.
WRESA Contact Information For any queries related to this bid, please contact:
· Contact Person: Stacey Shaw
· Email: purchasing@resa.net
Bidnet Direct’s MITN Vendor Support Contact Information For any queries related to Bidnet Direct’s MITN, the Vendor Support Team is available Monday through Friday 8am-8pm ET. Please call 800-835-4603 and press option 2 to speak with live customer support.
Thank you for your interest in this solicitation. We look forward to your participation.
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