RFP Charter and School Bus Transportation - 2024

Wayne State University is procuring local charter‑bus, school‑bus, and ADA‑accessible transportation services for its campuses and events across the Detroit metropolitan area. The three‑year contract (with two possible one‑year extensions) requires 24‑hour dispatch, emergency response, GPS‑enabled vehicles, Wi‑Fi, onboard microphones, and rapid replacement capability (≤ 1 hr metro Detroit, ≤ 2 hr out‑of‑state). Vendors must provide detailed cost schedules, meet extensive insurance minimums, and submit quarterly M/W/DBE participation reports. The award was split among three vendors to cover both coach and school‑bus portions. • Service period: July 1 2024 – June 30 2027 (potential to 2029). • Mandatory deliverables: full‑price list, discounted price, detailed reporting, compliance with safety, insurance, and minority‑business participation requirements. • Procurement method: Open competition with multiple awards, requiring submission by May 29 2024.