IFB-22160 Motor Coach Transportation Services

This Invitation for Bids (IFB) is soliciting bids from qualified entities to provide motor coach transportation services for the Baltimore City Public Schools (City Schools) in Maryland. The scope of services includes supplying motor coach bus service for trips within Maryland and to other states in the Eastern United States. The contract term is for three years with one two-year renewal option. Key requirements include the successful bidder having a Federal Motor Carrier (MC) number and U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) identification number, as well as meeting specific driver and bus requirements. Pricing terms state that fees for parking will be reimbursed, and no other charges are allowed without prior approval. The contract will be a requirements contract, and City Schools reserves the right to extend the terms and conditions to other agencies. The award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on factors such as qualifications, service quality, and past performance.

The IFB does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The previous contract for these services was awarded in 2017 to several companies, including Academy Express, Airport Metro Connection, American Limousines, Dillon's Bus Service, and AS Tours. The IFB does not provide any details on the possible award values or budget ranges for this procurement.