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Transit Services

Princeton, New JerseyNew Jersey, USADue Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Client
Princeton, New Jersey
RFP Number
TRANSPORT-12279
Posted
10/17/2026
Category
Transportation Services
Budget
Looking for Proposal
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Description

AI Generated

The government authority in Princeton, New Jersey, requires a vendor to provide transit services. The requested scope includes operating a local route from Monday through Saturday between 7:30 am and 9:00 pm, as well as an express route from Monday through Saturday between 6:00 am and 8:30 pm. Eligible vendors must be located onshore within the United States, and all work must be performed onsite. Applicants must submit their proposals digitally through email or online, though the text does not specify a submission deadline, evaluation criteria, or contract term.

Key solicitation details

AI-extracted from 2027-2029 Princeton Transit Services.pdf. Confirm against the original documents before bidding.

The Municipality of Princeton is seeking bids for the operation and maintenance of the Princeton Transit Service, running fixed schedules six days a week on Local and Express routes. The opportunity is open to responsible and qualified contractors capable of providing trained personnel, vehicle maintenance, and transit administration. Work must be performed onsite in Princeton, New Jersey.

Issued by
Municipality of Princeton
Pre-bid meeting
There will not be a pre-bid meeting for this project.
How to submit
As specified in the Instructions to Bidders
Submission details
Bidders must fill in all blank spaces on the Bid Proposal Form using ink or typewriter and sign in ink. Prices must be submitted in both words and numbers.
Contract term
Initial term from December 17, 2026, through December 31, 2027, with multi-year extension options in accordance with N.J.S.A. 40A:11-15.
Place of performance
Princeton, New Jersey
Insurance and bonding
Bid security of 10% of bid up to $20,000; 100% Performance Bond upon award; Workers Compensation ($1,000,000); Commercial General Liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence/$3,000,000 aggregate); Comprehensive Automobile Liability; Umbrella/Excess Liability.
Funding
New Jersey Local Public Contracts Law (N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.), 40 C.F.R. Part 40 and Part 655, CFR Title 49 Part 37

How proposals are evaluated

Lowest responsive and responsible bidder whose bid conforms to the specifications

Scope of work

  • Operate fixed transit service six days a week on Local and Express routes
  • Provide daily operation, vehicle maintenance, inspections, repairs, and fueling
  • Administer public information, customer service, and monthly/annual reporting
  • Provide backup vehicle equipped with wheelchair lift meeting ADA requirements
  • Maintain dedicated telephone line and email address for transit service
  • Implement GPS tracking and GTFS Static/Realtime feed interfacing with Princeton University
  • Provide trained drivers and a designated Supervisor
  • Comply with passenger complaint procedures and accident reporting

Minimum qualifications

  • Valid New Jersey driver's license required for drivers to operate vehicles
  • Passed criminal background and driving record checks
  • Drivers must have no more than eight New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission points
  • Minimum of four drivers trained on both routes
  • Designated Supervisor identified as part of staffing plan
  • Written drug and alcohol testing policy complying with 40 C.F.R. Part 40 and Part 655
  • Drivers and mechanics properly trained in vehicle operation and wheelchair lift procedures

Documents to include with the bid

  • Bid Proposal Form and Price Sheet
  • Document Checklist for Bid Submission
  • Qualification Form and List of References
  • Bid Bond or Bid Security
  • Consent of Surety
  • Statement of Ownership Disclosure
  • Non-Collusion Affidavit
  • Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran
  • Certification of Non-Involvement in Prohibited Activities in Russia or Belarus
  • New Jersey Business Registration Certificate

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