BUS TRANSPORTATION SERVICES FOR SUNY ULSTER
Ulster County is soliciting bids for bus transportation services through a Request for Bid (RFB-UC25-049) for SUNY Ulster and Ulster Community College Association Inc. The procurement seeks bus and mini-bus transportation services for athletic contests, academic trips, and student activities, with services required from September 1, 2025, through August 31, 2026, and a potential one-year extension option. Bidders must submit sealed bids with per-trip rates for small buses (24 passengers) and large buses (55 passengers) across various mileage ranges, including all associated transportation costs such as driver fees, gas, and tolls. The bid requires detailed pricing for different round-trip mileage distances, with an estimated number of annual trips specified for each bus size and distance range. Evaluation will be based on the extended grand total of rates, with the contract awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The bid submission deadline is July 24, 2025, at 3:30 P.M., with the College reserving the right to determine bus size for each trip based on passenger needs.
The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must comply with various state and local regulations, including living wage requirements, non-collusion certification, and specific insurance standards. While no incumbent vendors are identified, the bid requires vendors to provide additional information such as extra driver rates, minimum notice requirements, and any associated minimum charges. The procurement appears to be open to transportation service providers capable of meeting the technical specifications and regulatory requirements. Although a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the bid includes estimated trip volumes that would help potential bidders understand the potential contract value. The contract allows for potential expansion of services depending on the academic, athletic, and student event needs of SUNY Ulster, suggesting flexibility in service delivery and potential future revenue opportunities for the selected vendor.
New York 7/24/25, 3:30 PM 7/3/25, 12:00 AM Surveying and Mapping Services
The New York State Canal Corporation has issued a procurement opportunity for surveying and mapping services specifically focused on the southerly boundary of the Erie Canal or Barge Canal near Lock 58 in the Village of Newark, Town of Arcadia, Wayne County. The project requires a NYS Certified professional to retrace and monument the canal boundary, locate potential encroachments, and prepare comprehensive documentation. Key deliverables include a detailed report of survey, a survey control report, and a boundary line map in both MicroStation and PDF formats, all prepared in accordance with NYSDOT standards. The procurement involves conducting thorough record research and field surveys to accurately document the canal property boundaries. The solicitation was posted on June 12, 2019, with proposals due by June 24, 2019 at 5:00 PM, and interested parties are instructed to email Julie.Oryell@canals.ny.gov for any additional questions or clarifications about the project scope.
This procurement opportunity is exclusively reserved for NYS Certified Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprises (MWBE) and/or Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses (DVOB), with 100% participation goals for both categories. Prevailing wage regulations will apply to the contract, which will remain in effect until all required deliveries are completed. While specific budget details are not provided, the contract is geographically limited to Wayne County and focuses on precise boundary surveying and mapping services. No incumbent vendor information is disclosed in the available documentation. The contract appears to be a targeted opportunity designed to provide business opportunities for certified diverse vendors in the state's canal infrastructure management, with a clear emphasis on supporting minority, women-owned, and service-disabled veteran-owned businesses through this procurement process.
New York 6/24/19, 5:00 PM 6/12/19, 12:00 AM ULSTER COUNTY WATER AND WASTEWATER ASSET INVENTORY AND CAPACITY STUDY
Ulster County is seeking proposals from engineering firms to conduct a comprehensive Water and Wastewater Asset Inventory and Capacity Study through the County Planning Department. The Request for Proposals (RFP-UC25-062) aims to develop a county-wide inventory of publicly owned water and wastewater system assets, focusing on their condition, capacity, service areas, and potential for expansion. Key deliverables include evaluating system capabilities to support economic and housing development, creating GIS mapping of service areas, identifying barriers to system expansion, and assessing financing options. Proposals are due on October 10, 2025, by 4:00 P.M., with a proposed contract term of one year from December 1, 2025, through December 31, 2026, and an option for a one-year renewal. The project will be overseen by a Technical Advisory Committee comprising representatives from County Departments of Health, Environment, and Economic Development, along with municipal water and sewer system officials. Evaluation criteria will include the overall proposed plan, fee/pricing, vendor qualifications, understanding of county goals, and potential local economic development impact, with additional points awarded to vendors located in Ulster County.
The RFP does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. While no precise budget is detailed in the available documentation, the county has recently invested nearly seven million dollars in water and sewer system improvements, suggesting a substantial potential contract value. The procurement is open to engineering firms with demonstrated experience in water and wastewater systems, with a preference for local vendors. The project requires comprehensive analysis of existing infrastructure, including assessment of system conditions, service area extents, and potential expansion opportunities. The Technical Advisory Committee's involvement indicates a collaborative approach to the study, with input from multiple county departments and municipal officials. Proposing firms will need to demonstrate technical expertise in infrastructure assessment, GIS mapping, and understanding of municipal water and wastewater system challenges.
New York 10/10/25, 4:00 PM 9/4/25, 12:00 AM CYANOKITS
Ulster County's Department of Emergency Services is seeking to procure 30 Cyanokit 5g (hydroxocobalamin for injection) units through a Request for Bid (RFB-UC25-064) issued by the Ulster County Purchasing Department. The bid requires each Cyanokit to have a minimum shelf life of 28 months from receipt and will be opened on September 18, 2025, at 2:30 P.M. at the Purchasing Department located at 100 Development Court in Kingston, NY. Bidders must submit sealed bids complying with detailed specifications and county procurement policies, with pricing requirements mandating net FOB delivery to any point in Ulster County, inclusive of all delivery costs. The County reserves the right to award the bid individually, by section, or in whole, based on the lowest responsive and responsible bid. Specific evaluation criteria include compliance with insurance requirements, which mandate commercial general liability insurance with $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate coverage.
The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though bidders must comply with MacBride Fair Employment Principles and the Iran Divestment Act. The contract is structured as a one-time purchase, with the County maintaining the right to cancel with 30 days' written notice. While no incumbent vendors are explicitly named, the bid suggests a standard competitive procurement process open to qualified medical supply vendors capable of meeting the specified product and delivery requirements. The total procurement value would be dependent on the per-unit pricing of the Cyanokits, but represents a targeted medical supply acquisition for the county's emergency services infrastructure. Additional compliance requirements include adherence to various state and local regulations, suggesting a comprehensive vetting process for potential vendors.
New York 9/18/25, 2:30 PM 9/4/25, 12:00 AM Sage HSS Database Two Year Subscription - SUNY New Paltz
SUNY New Paltz is seeking a two-year subscription to the Sage Humanities & Social Science (HSS) Package, which consists of 627 electronic journals for the Sojourner Truth Library. The procurement is being conducted under NYS Education Law 355(5)(a) using discretionary authority, with the primary goal of providing online academic research tools for the campus. Interested vendors must contact the designated procurement representatives, Donna Casiere or Yolanda Howell, within 15 business days of the November 25, 2020 advertisement notice. The restricted procurement period extends from November 25, 2020 until final contract approval by SUNY New Paltz or the Office of the State Comptroller. Proposals are due by December 17, 2020 at 2:00 PM, with the contract term specified as two years and the procurement location set at the SUNY New Paltz Campus in Ulster County, New York.
The procurement opportunity does not include any set-aside designations for minority-owned, women-owned, service-disabled veteran-owned, or disadvantaged businesses, with all subcOntracting goals set at 0%. No specific budget range or award value was explicitly stated in the procurement notice. The solicitation appears to be a direct procurement for an electronic journal package, targeting academic research resources for the university library. The procurement is jurisdiction-specific to Ulster County and follows New York State procurement regulations, particularly those outlined in the Procurement Lobbying Act. Potential vendors must adhere to strict communication protocols, with all permissible contact limited to the two designated procurement representatives throughout the procurement period.
New York 12/17/20, 2:00 PM 11/25/20, 12:00 AM