DRIVER AND TRAFFIC SAFETY EDUCATION - Connetquot Central School District

The Connetquot Central School District in Suffolk County, New York, is soliciting sealed bids for Driver and Traffic Safety Education services through Bid #26-071025. The procurement seeks a licensed driving school to provide comprehensive driver education road instruction at Connetquot High School during summer and regular school year sessions. The successful vendor must supply approximately four vehicles for three 1.5-hour daily sessions, accommodating students across multiple session times. Bidders must be a driving school licensed by the New York State Motor Vehicle Bureau for at least five years, with instructors possessing specialized driver education training, valid instructor licenses, and vehicles that are 2020 models or newer with dual controls. The bid requires a single all-inclusive per-student price and comprehensive documentation including proof of insurance, sexual harassment policies, non-collusion statements, and detailed instructor credentials. The bid will be publicly opened on July 10, 2025, with an anticipated award date of July 29, 2025, for a contract period from September 1, 2025, through August 31, 2026, with potential for five one-year extensions.

While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned, the bid has extensive qualification requirements that may limit potential respondents. The previous contract featured a per-student price of $349.00, with historical enrollment ranging from 48-103 students per semester. Bidders must demonstrate compliance with New York State Education Department and Department of Motor Vehicles regulations, maintain appropriate instructor-to-student ratios, and provide vehicles with specific safety features. The procurement does not specify a total contract value but will be based on the per-student pricing and actual enrollment. Vendors must submit comprehensive documentation proving their ability to meet the district's rigorous educational and safety standards. The contract allows for potential multi-year extensions, providing stability for the selected driving school and the school district's driver education program.