Charter Bus Services

The Manatee County School District in Bradenton, Florida requires charter bus services to support student and departmental transportation needs. The district is seeking reliable passenger service with trips remaining available at all times. On-site bus requirements for trips exceeding the three-hour minimum but lasting less than ten hours will be determined by the specific requesting school and department. The scope of work covers the provision of charter buses, which may require designated pick-up and drop-off sites. The selected vendor must perform all services on-site in the Bradenton, Florida area. The contract period will span one year from the date of award. Only organizations based in the United States are eligible to bid on this opportunity. Bidders must submit their proposals digitally via email or through the designated online portal. The district is seeking cost proposals to establish the budget for these services. The district must receive all questions regarding this solicitation no later than June 10, 2026. The evaluation will be based on the submitted proposals that meet the district's transportation requirements and operational constraints.