CSDF Residential Transportation Services

The California Department of Education (CDE) is seeking bids for residential transportation services for students at the California School for the Deaf, Fremont (CSDF) through an Invitation for Bid (IFB). The procurement covers transportation routes across multiple California cities, including Sacramento, Oakland, San Jose, and numerous other locations. Bidders must provide school buses or buses with specific requirements, including undercarriages and two floor-level exits. The contract period will run from August 3, 2025, through June 30, 2026, with transportation services designed to support residential students attending the school. Key deliverables include comprehensive transportation across an extensive route network, with requirements for video surveillance, communication devices, and adherence to specific health and safety protocols. Bids are due by April 14, 2025, at 12:00 pm PDT, with a public bid opening scheduled for April 16, 2025, at 10:15 am PDT. Bidders must submit detailed documentation, including insurance certificates, workers' compensation proof, and various state-mandated certifications.

The solicitation includes a five percent small business preference and has provisions for Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation, though this specific procurement is exempt from DVBE requirements. Potential bidders must comply with numerous state regulations, including civil rights provisions, Iran and Darfur contracting restrictions, and generative artificial intelligence disclosure requirements. While a specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the transportation services across multiple routes suggests a significant procurement opportunity. The contract may accommodate overnight stays on certain routes due to driving time regulations. Bidders will need to demonstrate compliance with extensive state-level procurement guidelines, transportation safety standards, and specialized educational transportation requirements. Interested vendors must carefully review the full IFB documentation to ensure complete alignment with the California Department of Education's specific operational and regulatory standards for student transportation services.