Bid guide
How to bid on Student Transportation for SCORE Academy, Wake County BD of Education
What Wake County is buying and why it matters
The Wake County Public School System is looking for vendors to provide transportation for SCORE Academy students. This involves transporting students from their homes to the SCORE Academy location and back again. The transportation is for students participating in academic and social-emotional learning activities.
This opportunity is important for transportation providers who can reliably serve students in the Wake County area, ensuring they can access essential educational programs.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This solicitation was published on September 09, 2026. The deadline for responses is September 21, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. All responses must be submitted before this exact time.
Late submissions will not be considered. Ensure you have completed all necessary steps and submitted your proposal well in advance of the deadline.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for transportation companies with experience in student transport, particularly those capable of providing reliable home-to-school services. Firms specializing in passenger transportation, especially for educational institutions, will find this relevant.
The solicitation falls under the transportation category, specifically for student services.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the solicitation documents, you need to go to North Carolina’s electronic Vendor Portal (eVP). The solicitation number is 251-27-154. You can view the posting and its documents publicly without an account.
To respond, you must first register for a free vendor account on the eVP. Some North Carolina bids use the separate NC eProcurement (Ivalua) tool for responses, while others direct submission methods on the posting itself. Follow the specific instructions on the posting for how to submit your response before the deadline. Marcella Calvert is the agency contact for this opportunity.
Practical tips for a competitive response
When preparing your response, clearly outline your experience in student transportation, including your safety protocols and driver qualifications. Detail your capacity to handle the required routes and student numbers.
Provide a clear and competitive pricing structure. Ensure all required forms and documentation are completed accurately and submitted on time. Double-check that your submission adheres to all instructions provided in the solicitation to avoid disqualification.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Wake County BD of Education; the original posting controls.