Invitation for Bids and Contract

Contract for Non-Instructional Services

Regular and Special Education Pupil Transportation Services

Crete-Monee School District 201-U In accordance with Federal law, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.

Notice and Invitation to Bid

The Board of Education of Crete-Monee School District 201-U, Will County, Illinois, (“School District” or “Board”) is requesting and accepting sealed bids from qualified contractors to provide pupil transportation services for regular and special education routes as designated in this Invitation for Bids and Contract (IFBAC).

Bids are to be addressed to:

Crete-Monee School District 201-U Administrative Offices 1500 Sangamon Street Crete, IL 60417 Attn: Mr. Kenneth Surma, Assistant Superintendent of Business/CSBO

A sealed bid is being sought for a three-year contract pursuant to specifications stated herein. Said Bid must be in full compliance with Public Act 095-0241 (105 ILCS 5/10-22.34c Third Party Contracting for Non-Instructional Services).

The Bid must show a total price for all expenditure categories and accounts for performing the transportation services specified herein and further cost should be broken down for each and every expenditure category and account for performing the transportation services (as more fully set forth in this IFBAC).

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section 1: Instruction to Bidders 5 Section 2: General Conditions 9 Section 3: Scope 13 Section 4: Bid Requirements 19 Section 5: Pricing Quotes 25 Section 6: General Contract Terms 26 Section 7: Routes and Scheduling 30 Section 8: Pupil Transportation Service Vehicles 33 Section 9: Pupil Transportation Service Personnel 35 Section 10: Insurance Requirements 43 Section 11: Obligations of Crete-Monee School District 201-U 45 Section 12: Rights of Crete-Monee School District 201-U 46

Exhibits Exhibit A: Facility Lists and Bell Schedule

Exhibit B: 2018-19 District Calendar and Out-of-District School Calendars

Exhibit C: 2019-20 District Calendar (proposed and not final)

Exhibit D: Board Policy 4:110 - - Operational Services

Exhibit E: 2018-19 Regular Education Pupil Transportation Routing Information

Exhibit F: 2018-19 Special Education Pupil Transportation Routing Information

Exhibit G: 2018-19 Regular School Year Activity Routes

Exhibit H: Tentative Contract

Appendices Appendix 1: Bid Cost Projections and Summary

Appendix 2: Contractor Certifications

o Bid Rigging Certificationo Certificate of Independent Bid Determinationo Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility, and Voluntary

Exclusion Lower Tier Covered Transactions o Certificate Regarding Lobbyingo Disclosure of Lobbying Activitieso Additional Contractor Certifications

Appendix 3: Contractor Background Questionnaire

Appendix 4: References

Appendix 5: Certification of Compliance with the Requirements of Section 10-22.34c of the School Code

Appendix 6: Criminal Background Check Affidavit

Appendix 7: Compliance with School Safety Initiative Legislation Affidavit

Explanation of Schedules (schedules to be provided by bidder)

Schedule 1: Organizational Chart, Chain of Command

Schedule 2: Staff Continuity Plan

Schedule 3: Workers Compensation Experience Modification Factor

Schedule 4: Written Statement of Current Contracts

Schedule 5: Pupil Transportation Management Services and Expertise

Schedule 6: Insurance Certificate

Schedule 7: Audited Financial Statements/Audited Financial Report

Schedule 8: Supplemental Documentation

Schedule 9: Litigation/Regulatory Proceedings List

Schedule 10: Bid Bond

SECTION 1: INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

Bid Schedule:

Activity Date

Issuance of the Invitation for Bid and Contract February 28, 2019

Deadline for Written Requests for Clarification: March 13, 2019

Deadline for Publishing Addendum: March 22, 2019

Deadline for Submission of Bids: April 4, 2019 at 9:45 am

Bid Opening: April 4, 2019 at10:00 am

Contractor Interviews (if necessary): April 8 – April 18, 2019

Board Review and Consideration: May 14, 2019

Board Consideration and Approval: May 21, 2019

Potential Start Date: August 1, 2019

The Board reserves the right to modify any part of the above schedule.

Additional Requests for Clarification:

Prospective bidders/contractors may request that the Board of Education clarify information contained in the IFBAC. Deadline for requesting clarification is Friday, March 13, 2019 at 10:00 am. All such requests must be made in writing, sent by email, to Kenneth E. Surma, Assistant Superintendent of Business/CSBO (surmak@cm201u.org) and copied to Dr. Rochelle Clark, Assistant Superintendent of District Affairs (clarkr@cm201u.org). A written response addendum to all written requests for clarification will be prepared and published on the District’s website by March 22, 2019.

Addenda to IFBAC:

If clarification of the specifications/instructions is required, the School District will clarify the specifications/instructions in the form of an addendum issued to all prospective bidders. If the School District issues any changes to this Invitation for Bid and Contract, acknowledgement of receipt of such changes must be made to the School District in writing, signed by an individual authorized to legally bind the bidder, and included in the bidder’s bid package. If changes to the IFBAC are not acknowledged, the School District retains the right to reject the bid as non-responsive. No addenda will be issued within seven (7) working days of the time

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and date set for the bid opening. Should the School District determine that clarification of the specifications/instructions is necessary within seven (7) working days of the time and date set for the bid opening, the time and date set for the bid opening may be delayed to allow issuing an addendum.

The subject matter of this IFBAC is subject to legislative changes either by the federal or state government. If any such changes occur prior to contract award, then all bidders will have the opportunity to modify their bids to reflect such changes. If any such changes occur after a contract award has been made, then the School District (i) reserves the right to negotiate modifications to the Contract reflecting such legislative changes; and (ii) shall have no obligation to provide unsuccessful bidders with the opportunity to modify their bids to reflect such legislative changes.

Bid Submission:

Bids will be accepted until 9:45 am on April 4, 2019

Bids shall be submitted on the forms provided with these specifications and included in the IFBAC. Submitted bids shall be in a sealed envelope clearly marked “Pupil Transportation Services Bid” with the name and address of the bidder and the date and time of the bid opening, and must be delivered to:

Crete-Monee School District 201-U Administrative Offices 1500 Sangamon Street Crete, IL 60417 Attn: Mr. Kenneth Surma, Assistant Superintendent of Business/CSBO

All bidders must complete, sign and submit the attached Bid-Rigging Certificate, Certificate of Independent Bid Determination, Certificate Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility, and Voluntary Exclusion – Lower Tier Covered Transactions, Certification Regarding Lobbying, and Disclosure of Lobbying Activities, Internet Acceptable Use Policy and Additional Contractor Certifications.

Bid Opening:

All bids received by 9:45 am on April 4, 2019, and will be publicly opened at 10:00 am on April 4, 2019.

All interested parties are invited to attend the bid opening.

Oral Interview:

The Board may invite some or all bidders to participate in an interview process to discuss their Bid and to answer any questions the Board may have regarding the submitted bid. The Board will notify the qualified bid contact person, as listed in the bid, to arrange the interview.

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No Consideration After Date and Time Specified:

Bids submitted after 9:45 am on April 4, 2019 will not be considered and will be returned, unopened to the appropriate bidder. Postmarks or dating of documents will be given no consideration in the case of late bids. The Bidder assumes the risk of any delay in handling or delivery of mail. The Board is not responsible for delayed deliveries and does not recognize postmarks as representing the fact that a bid has been “received” by the Board before the specified deadline. Bids sent by facsimile or electronic mail will not be accepted or considered. It is the sole responsibility of the bidder that the response reaches the School District on time, at the place, and in the manner required herein, to avoid disqualification.

Right to Reject Any or All Bids:

The Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids, in whole or in part. A contract will be awarded only after a formal notice is given to a bidder pursuant to action by the Board. The Board of Education reserves the right to waive any and all irregularities and formalities with respect to bids. All decisions of the Board shall be considered final. The Board reserves the right to reject a bid from a bidder who, in the Board’s opinion, does not exhibit past experience equal to the size and scope of this project or who does not submit the bid per the IFBAC requirements.

No Relief for Errors or Omissions:

All bids shall be submitted with each space properly completed. No claim for relief because of errors or omissions in the bidding will be considered, and bidders will be held strictly to the bids as submitted.

No Deviations or Exceptions:

All bids shall be submitted on the forms provided with these specifications without deviation or exception. Bids submitted on forms other than the attached forms may be rejected.

Submission Indicates Bidder is informed:

The submission of a bid will be construed as an indication that the bidder is fully informed as to the extent and character of the service required hereunder and can offer the services in compliance with the specifications.

Bid Withdrawal or Changes:

Bids may be withdrawn by letter, fax or in person prior to the time and date established for the opening of bids.

No Bid Modification without Written Approval:

Once the bids have been opened, such bids may not be modified in any way without the written approval of the District. All bidders will be bound by any and all math calculations, misquotes or mistakes of any kind once the bids have been opened.

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No Gratuity in Connection with Bid:

No employee of the District is to be extended any form of gratuity in connection with this bid.

Right to Investigate Bidder’s Ability to Fulfill Contract Terms:

The District reserves the right to make such investigation as is necessary to determine the ability of the bidder to fulfill all bid requirements and contract terms. Representatives from the District reserve the right to inspect the bidder’s facilities and any other pupil transportation service operations under its management prior to any award of a contract.

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SECTION 2: GENERAL CONDITIONS

The Pupil Transportation Services Contract (“Contract”) shall be between the Board of Education of Crete-Monee School District 201-U (“School District” or “Board”) and the successful transportation contractor (“Contractor”).

All bids shall remain valid and subject to acceptance for a period of one-hundred and eighty (180) days after the bid opening date.

Contract Period:

The contract period would commence on or after August 1, 2019 and will continue for three years, unless sooner terminated in accordance with the Contract. No Contract will be entered unless and until the prerequisites of P.A. 095-0241 (105 ILCS 5/10/22.34c) have been satisfied in their entirety and unless and until the Board of Education elects to enter into such a Contract. No Contract will be entered into or become effective during the term of a collective bargaining agreement covering any employees who perform the non-instructional services contemplated by the District.

Per Public Act 97-951 (105 ILCS 5/10-20.21), the contract will be awarded by first considering the bidder or bidders most able to provide safety and comfort for the students, the stability of their service, conformity with specifications, terms of delivery, quality and serviceability, and then price as the Board deems necessary and appropriate in the best interest of the Board.

Bid Bond:

A bid deposit in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the total estimated bid must accompany the bid. The deposit must be in the form of a bid bond, bank draft, or certified check made payable to Crete-Monee School District 201-U. The provision of security is one of the factors which will be used to determine the responsibility of the bidder and as a guarantee that, if award is made, the bidder will sign the agreement and furnish the required performance bond within seven (7) days of the contract award, or forfeit its bid security. Bid deposits of unsuccessful bidders will be returned immediately after the contract award is issued. Bid deposits will not be accepted after the scheduled bid opening.

A personal or corporate check is not an acceptable substitute for the form of security or bond instrument specified. Deviation from this requirement will render a bid non-responsive. The Bond shall be carried with a bonding company rated “A+ or better” by Standard & Poor’s ratings and licensed to do business in the State of Illinois. Failure to supply a Bid Bond at the time of the bid submission will automatically disqualify the bidder. If the Contractor refuses to accept the Contract or to enter into, with the School District, any other documents required under the Bid Specifications or fail to furnish such Performance Bond, the amount of the Bid Bond will be forfeited to the School District as liquidated damages and not as a penalty. The School District shall have the right to retain all Bid Bonds until:

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(a) The Contract, and any other documents required under the Bid Specifications, has been executed and the Performance Bond has been furnished; or,

(b) The specified time has elapsed so that bids may be withdrawn; or

(c) All bids have been rejected.

Performance Bond:

Upon contract award, the successful contractor is required to provide Crete-Monee School District 201-U with a performance bond in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the total estimated contract amount. The Contractor shall acquire the bond at the Contractor’s own expenses and in the Contractor’s name. The bond must be secured from a company listed in the Department of the Treasury Circular 570 of companies holding certificates of authority as acceptable sureties on Federal Bonds and as acceptable Reinsuring Companies. In lieu of a performance bond, the successful contractor may submit a cashier’s check or certified check equal to the requirements of the performance bond.

A personal or corporate check is not an acceptable substitute for the form of security or bond instrument specified. Deviation from this requirement will render a bid non-responsive. The cost of such Performance Bond must be a part of, and not in addition to, the bid price. Failure to supply a Performance Bond within seven (7) days of Contract award will automatically disqualify the Contractor. If the Contractor refuses to accept the Contract or to enter into, with the School District, any other documents required under the Bid Specifications, or fails to furnish such Performance Bond, the amount of the Bid Bond will be forfeited to the School District as liquidated damages and not as a penalty. The School District shall have the right to retain all Bid Bonds until

(a) The Contract, and any other documents required under the Bid Specifications, has been executed and the Performance Bond has been furnished;

(b) The specified time has elapsed so that bids may be withdrawn, or

(c) All bids have been rejected.

Bid Protest Procedures:

Prior to Bid Opening: Any bidder or potential bidder who has a complaint or dispute concerning the bid procedures contained herein may file a written protest with the Assistant Superintendent of District Affairs, Dr. Rochelle Clark, at the bid address listed above, within five (5) of the action being protested or disputed and at least 10 days prior to the date for the bid opening, explaining in detail the specific nature of his or her complaint or dispute. Within ten (10) days of receiving the protest, the Assistant Superintendent of District Affairs shall meet with the bidder or potential bidder and his or her representative to attempt to resolve the complaint or dispute. If the bidder or potential bidder is not satisfied after such meeting, he or she may file a written request prior to the date for the bid opening to appear before the Board of Education at its next regular meeting, at which time the Board of Education will make a final decision concerning the complaint or dispute. The District in its

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discretion may delay the bid opening while the dispute is pending. Failure to make timely objection to the bid procedures contained herein in accordance with these procedures shall constitute a waiver of any complaint or protest by the bidder or potential bidder.

After Bid Opening: Crete-Monee School District 201-U must adhere to applicable bidding practices established by State law and good administrative practice. A Contractor claiming wrongful treatment must formally notify the Assistant Superintendent of District Affairs, Dr. Rochelle Clark, within five (5) calendar days from the date of the bid award questioned, in writing, at the same address as the bid opening. The notification from the Contractor must state the nature and grounds of the protest. Such written protest shall be addressed to Assistant Superintendent of District Affairs, Dr. Rochelle Clark, Administrative Offices, 1500 Sangamon Street, Crete, IL 60417. The envelop shall be clearly labeled with the phrase “PROTEST”. Assistant Superintendent of District Affairs will respond to the protesting supplier with ten (10) days of receipt of the written protest. In the event that the supplier does not agree with the decision of the Assistant Superintendent of District Affairs, the supplier may appeal to the Board of Education, in writing, within five (5) days of receipt of the Assistant Superintendent of District Affairs’ response. The notification from the supplier shall be in an envelope and clearly marked “PROTEST APPEAL” and address to Board of Education, 1500 Sangamon Street, Crete, IL 60417. The Board of Education will convene at its next regularly scheduled meeting after receipt of the protest to review the question. All parties having made a bid that was reviewed and found eligible for consideration will be notified and will have an opportunity to be present at the hearing. The Board of Education reserves the right to limit the amount of time of the hearing and the amount of time for the presentation of evidence of all parties. The Board will deliberate and make known its decision in writing to all concerned. All protests will be disclosed to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Contractors in Default:

No bid will be accepted from, or contract awarded to, any person, firm, or corporation that is in arrears or is in default to the School District upon any debt or contract, or is a defaulter, as surety or otherwise, upon any obligation to said School District, or has failed to perform faithfully any previous contract with the School District.

Non-Discrimination:

Contractor agrees to fully comply with the requirements of the Illinois Human Rights Act (775 ILCS 5/1-101 et seq.) including, but not limited to, the provision of sexual harassment policies and procedures pursuant to Section 2-105 of the Illinois Human Rights Act. The Contractor further agrees to comply with all federal Equal Employment Opportunity Laws, including, but not limited to, the Americans With Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. § 12101 et seq.) and rules and regulations promulgated thereunder.

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To extent applicable, the Contractor agrees to comply with the provisions of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (29 U.S.C.A. § 651 et seq.) and the standards and regulations issued thereunder.

Signature Constitutes Acceptance:

The signing of these bid forms shall be construed as acceptance of all provisions contained herein and that the Contractor has read the Contract Documents and is fully aware of the terms hereof.

Exceptions:

Any exceptions to these terms and conditions in deviation from the written specifications must be shown in writing and attached to the bid form. The Board is exempt from paying Illinois Use Tax (35 ILCS 105/3-5.4) and sales to the Board are exempt from Illinois Retailer’s Occupation Tax (35 ILCS 120/2-5.11). As such, Contractor shall not include such taxes in its bid.

Federal Excise Taxes:

The Board is exempt from paying Federal Excise Taxes (26 U.S.C.A. § 4221). As such, Contractor shall not include such taxes in its bid.

Contractor to Pay Taxes:

The Contractor shall pay sales, consumer, use and similar taxes for the work or portions thereof provided by the Contractor. Contractor shall collect and remit Illinois Use Tax on all sales of tangible personal property in accordance with the Illinois School Code (105 ILCS 5/10-20.21) and the Illinois Use Tax Act (35ILCS 105/1 et seq.). The payment of this tax will take place regardless of whether the Contractor is a retailer maintaining a place of business within this State. The cost of such tax shall be borne solely by the Contractor as part of the Contract price. Contractor shall not be reimbursed or paid any taxes unnecessarily paid by Contractor when not required due to the Board’s tax exempt status. The Contractor certifies that it is not barred from bidding or entering into this contract under Section 10-20.21(b) of the School Code and that the School District may declare this Contract void if this certification is false.

Bids are Property of the School District:

All completed bids and supporting documentation submitted shall be the property of the School District.

Until such time as a Contract is awarded, no bidder, prospective or otherwise, shall be provided access to any supporting bid documents received by the School District. All supporting bid documents shall be held strictly confidential and shall be reviewed and evaluated solely by School District employees. Such documents shall not be released for distribution under the Freedom of Information Act until such time as the Contract has been awarded. Violation of this clause by any bidder, prospective or otherwise, shall result in automatic disqualification of the bidder from being awarded the Contract.

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SECTION 3: SCOPE

This information is provided to assist contractors in evaluating the Board’s bid and submitting a bid, and does not supplant the terms and conditions of the bid, including attachments to the bid, nor substitute for a careful review of the bid and Contract by the contractors. This bid contemplates and is intended to procure Pupil Transportation Services under the form of contract included in this bid for Crete-Monee School District 201-U.

The pupil transportation services shall be operated and maintained as a benefit to the School District’s students, faculty, and staff.

School District’s Geographical Boundaries:

The School District is a Pre-Kindergarten to 12th Grade school district in Illinois and is located 30 miles southwest of Chicago. The School District has an enrollment of approximately 4,400 students and has 9 schools and an administration building. The School District’s students and facilities are located in Crete, Monee, Park Forest and University Park.

General Operational Information:

The School District provides daily Pupil Transportation Services for approximately 3,700 students to and from school, operating approximately 65 route sets per day. The School District operates mid-day runs on a daily basis for its pre-school program and various special education transportation routes. The School District also currently provides transportation for various extra-curricular/field trips as requested by the individual school buildings of the School District, as well as many transportation routes for the various clubs, groups and athletic teams of the School District. The School District operates its transportation services in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws, rules, regulations and ordinances, as well as the School District’s Board of Education Policy and Procedures.

The School District provides service to seven (7) in-district schools, and approximately eight (8) out-of-district schools during the 2018-19 school year. See Exhibit A for a list of all facilities including out-of-district schools and Exhibit L for all routing information.

The School District currently provides transportation service for 174 school days per school year on a modified three (3) tiered bell schedule. Certain additional days of transportation are provided for students enrolled in special education programs outside of the School District’s boundary and for students participating in sporting events when school is not in session. The School District may provide field trip transportation services upon request to various locations throughout the geographic area. For type of transportation vehicles required, refer to Section 8: Pupil Transportation Vehicles.

This Bid specifically requests that all bidders present their qualifications and experience in pupil transportation management.

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Length of Contract and Services

The Contractor would provide Pupil Transportation Services for a term commencing August 1, 2019 (or as soon thereafter as Contract is executed) and continuing through June 30, 2022, unless sooner terminated in accordance with the Contract.

Services Included

The safe and reliable, on-time transportation of general education and special education students to and from school on a daily basis within School District defined parameters.

Student Discipline Policy

Any student discipline to be imposed by Contractor or its employees will be only as directed by the School District, and as mandated by School District Board Policy, as the same may be amended from time-to-time by the Crete-Monee School District 201-U Board of Education.

Notification of inappropriate behavior by a student on a transportation vehicle shall be directed to the student’s school, or, in the case of special education student, to the Department of Special Education.

Contactor’s Communication with Administration

Contractor will demonstrate effective ability and means to communicate with the School District’s administration, specifically, the Transportation Coordinator, all of the Contractor’s employees and parents, if necessary.

Operational Efficiency

Contractor will continuously analyze the transportation operations of the School District in order to effectively manage costs, while maintaining service levels in accordance with School District policy and safety protocols. The Bid should identify operational efficiencies that will lead to cost reductions in the School District’s Pupil Transportation Services.

The School District expects the Contractor to continuously use its expertise in order to streamline operations and costs while maintaining pupil transportation service levels, and complying with Board policies and safety guidelines. Periodically, the School District may request that the Contractor identify and implement operational efficiencies that will lead to cost reductions in Pupil Transportation Services.

Contractor’s Obligations

The Contractor shall perform all the services described in the IFBAC and in the Contract and make any arrangements that may not be described, but that are necessary to perform these services. The Contractor will provide all services throughout the term of the Contract. In addition, the Contractor will require all employees to follow all applicable Board policies and administrative procedures concerning appropriate behavior of persons in and around schools and other School District facilities.

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Activities Outside of the Regular School Day

As part of the Contract, the Contractor will be responsible for all School District transportation obligations, including those that fall outside of the regular school day. Bids should also include quotes for extracurricular and late activity routes, i.e. field trips and athletic and non-athletic activity transportation, on a cost per hour basis. For all field trips and athletic and non-athletic activity transportation, the Contractor must have a vehicle that will accommodate two (2) wheel chairs with a minimum capacity of forty (40) passengers.

Weekend Activities

The Contractor will be responsible for any transportation obligations of the School District that fall on weekends. However, any extra hours for weekend work must be authorized in advance by the School District and invoiced separately.

Bell Schedule School Year Calendar

The Bid pricing for Pupil Transportation Services shall be based on providing transportation on 174 days for all District students, additional days of transportation for students enrolled in special education programs, and providing transportation to all other student activities, including sporting events, to which the School District is obligated to, or chooses to, provide transportation. All related and future District school calendars will be provided to the Contractor. 2018-19 school calendar and bell schedules are included in Exhibits A and B.

Service Hours

At a minimum, the Contractor’s operations office shall be adequately staffed from 5:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. during all days that District schools are in session. The contractor will work with the School District to collaborate on communication during non-school, non-business hours.

The Contractor agrees to advise the School District on a mutually agreed upon monthly schedule regarding organization and operations matters concerning Pupil Transportation Services.

Operations

Operating Requirements

The Contractor shall provide all Pupil Transportation Services necessary to meet the School District’s needs. Services shall be provided on regular school days and on other days designated by the School District.

Scheduling

The Contractor will schedule Pupil Transportation staff as determined by School District’s needs, as the same may change from time-to-time.

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Changes in Assignment

Pupil Transportation staff shall be permanently assigned to the same AM, midday, PM and after school activity routes whenever possible. If a change is made to a permanent assignment during the course of the academic year, the Contractor shall notify the Transportation Coordinator within 48 hours.

In the case of a special education student, the Contractor shall notify the Director of Special Education within 48 hours. Additionally, if a driver or monitor is permanently changed on a special education route, the Director of Special Education is to be notified within 48 hours.

Changes in Established Transportation Time Schedules

Changes to schedules shall be implemented by the Contractor as soon as possible, but in no case more than transportation vehicle seventy-two (72) hours after notification of the change is received by the Contractor. The Contractor is responsible for contacting the Director of Special Education and the parent/guardian of the change(s).

Changes in School Schedules

If the Superintendent of the School District closes school in the District to ensure the health and safety of any person or for any other lawful reason, then the Crete-Monee School District 201-U shall not be obligated to pay for any services hereunder, provided that the School District has notified the Contractor by 5:30 a.m. of the particular day that the School District will be closed.

Contractor’s Records and Reporting Requirements

The Contractor shall make available at any time to the School District all of Contractor’s operating records for this Bid and Contract that the School District may request. Additionally, the Contractor will provide certain regular reports to the School District as specified in this section, and others as mutually agreed on by the School District and Contractor.

Records to be maintained by the Contractor

All records relating to the Contract, including subsequent renewal Terms, if applicable, are property of the School District and shall be maintained in original form on School District premises for the duration of the Contract. At any time during the Contract, the School District reserves the right to require the Contractor to surrender all records relating to the Contract to the School District within 30 days of such request.

Upon expiration or termination of the Contract, the Contractor shall surrender all records as noted above, relating to the initial Contract and all subsequent renewal Terms, if applicable, to the School District within 30 days of the Contract expiration or termination.

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The School District shall retain all records relating to the initial Contract and all subsequent renewal Terms for a period of three years either from the date the final Contract renewal Term has expired.

All records must be available for the period of time specified above for the purpose of making audits, examinations, excerpts, and transcriptions by representatives of the School District, the Illinois State Board of Education, and other governmental entities with monitoring authority at any reasonable time and place. If audit findings have not been resolved, the records shall be retained beyond the specified period as long as required for the resolution of the issues raised by the audit.

Operating Records

The Contractor shall maintain, for a minimum of twenty-four (24) months, daily records indicating employee hours, absenteeism and accident occurrences.

Personnel Records

The Contractor shall maintain records that include documentation of all transportation vehicle drivers, monitors, management, and support staff compliance with all legal requirements and with all standards and requirements set forth in this contract.

Procedures

The Contractor will maintain a Procedures Manual, indexed and containing, at a minimum, the following sections:

1. Contractor’s standard policies and procedures.

2. Daily routes or schedules for transportation vehicle drivers/monitors.

3. Emergency and safety procedures, including procedures for health emergencies.

4. List of all employees assigned to the School District (for contact purposes).

The Manual shall be kept at the office of the Transportation Coordinator and available for review by Contractor’s employees and School District staff.

Reports submitted regularly to School District by the Contractor.

Accident Reports

All accidents or incidents involving the School District students, personnel, or equipment shall be verbally and electronically reported to the School District immediately. A written report shall be submitted to the School District by the Contractor within twenty-four (24) hours of the accident or incident.

Accident reports shall be clear and accurate and provide at a minimum the following:

• Whether students were involved in the accident;

• Whether any injury occurred;

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• The driver, location, involvement of equipment, and nature and extent of any property damage; and

• The Contractor’s assessment of chargeability of the accident. The Contractor shall provide to the School District any accident reports obtained from the Illinois State Police or from any other law enforcement agency as soon after the accident as they become available. The Contractor shall use the appropriate Illinois Secretary of State, Department of Transportation and State Board of Education report form(s) as mandated by the State of Illinois and shall include any and all evidence gathered including, but not limited to, statements, alcohol/drug tests, etc.

If an accident occurs and students are on the transportation vehicle involved in the accident, the Contractor is responsible for providing another vehicle of similar specifications to transport the students to their intended location.

Property Damage and Protection

The Contractor will be responsible for reporting and paying for any damages to any of the School District’s facilities, furnishings, equipment, and/or contents caused by the Contractor’s employees. The Contractor will report, in writing, any damage that occurs.

The Contractor is responsible for the conduct of its personnel. The Contractor will cooperate fully with the School District and with any law enforcement authority in the investigation of any unlawful activity suspected of the Contractor’s employees while working for the School District.

If personnel employed by the Contractor are found to have committed theft or other unlawful activities at any of the School District facilities, the Contractor will be responsible to the School District for restitution which will include, but not be limited to, all actual losses, damages, cost of investigation and costs of prosecution.

The Contractor shall have the exclusive right to manage the pupil transportation services at the sites specified on Exhibit A.

The Contractor shall provide pupil transportation services between sites as specified on Exhibit A for approximately one hundred seventy-four (174) student attendance days during the Term of the Contract and Extended School Year (ESY).

The School District may at any time during the Term of the Contract add or remove sites or programs covered by this Contract.

The Contractor shall be an independent contractor and not an employee of the School District.

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SECTION 4: BID REQUIREMENTS

This portion of the Bid outlines the information that must be provided by each contractor and the required format for the Bid. Any Bid that does not include the required information or does not otherwise conform to the format specified may be rejected. Please refer also to the Instructions to Bidders and General Conditions Sections of this Bid for additional Bid requirements.

Bids must demonstrate an understanding of the Scope of Work and the ability to accomplish the tasks set forth and must include information that will enable the Board to determine the contractor’s overall qualifications. Each Bid shall also include a transition plan to accomplish a change to a contracted service arrangement. Each Bid may also include any other information that the bidder feels is significant to enable the Board to make an informed decision relative to the Bid. Contractors must complete and submit Intent to Propose.

Any exceptions to the terms and conditions contained in the Bid or the Contract, or any other special considerations or conditions requested or required by the contractor shall be enumerated by the contractor and be submitted as part of its Bid, together with an explanation of the reason(s) such terms and conditions cannot be met. Each contractor shall be required and expected to meet the Bid requirements in their entirety, except to the extent exceptions are expressly noted. All pricing factors must be clearly indicated in the contractor’s pricing schedule provided as part of the Bid.

Bid Format

Included with this Bid are Required Response Forms contained in Appendices 1-7. Additionally, there are several Schedules that contractors must include with their Bid. All Forms and schedules must be completed and submitted in order for a Bid to be considered.

Contractor is to submit five (5) copies of proposal and documentation and an electronic version of the proposal on a flash drive in .pdf format.

Introductory Letter

Contractors must provide an introductory letter on company letterhead which provides a summary of their Bid. This letter must contain a statement indicating that the contractor agrees to be bound by the terms and conditions of this Bid, the contractor’s Bid, and the contract to be entered into by the parties. The tentative contract is included as Exhibit Q.

Appendices

Appendix 1: Bid Cost Projections and Summary

Contractors must complete the Bid Cost Projections and Summary, providing an explanation of bidder’s pricing. Contractors must provide a 3-year cost projection, using generally accepted accounting principles, which contractors are prohibited from increasing if the bid is accepted by the Board, for each and every expenditure category and account for performing the pupil transportation services as required by Section 10-22.34c (a) (3) (D) of the Illinois School Code (105 ILCS 5/10-22.34c (a) (3) (D)).

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The Contractor shall base cost projections on performing all Pupil Transportation Services. This service shall be as per all specifications of the Bid. The Contractor should read and review all Appendices, Exhibits and Schedules as provided in order to assist in formulating its Bid. Additionally, the Contractor shall use its expertise to further optimize the current Pupil Transportation Services and maintenance in an effort to improve services and reduce costs.

Appendix 2: Contractor Certifications

Contractors must complete the Contractor’s Certifications Form.

Appendix 3: Contractor Background Questionnaire

Contractors must complete the Contractor Background Questionnaire providing background information about their company and the qualifications of Contractor’s personnel who would be involved with the School District.

Appendix 4: References

Contractors shall complete the Reference forms providing a minimum of three (3) contracts held in the state of Illinois. Include name of contract holder, name of contact person and phone number, amount of contract, number of transportation vehicles and drivers required to meet contract requirements, and a brief description of the types of services and routes provided.

Appendix 5: Certification of Compliance with the Requirements of Section 10-22.34c of the School Code

Contractors must complete the Certification of Compliance with the Requirements of Section 10-22.34c of the School Code Form.

Appendix 6: Criminal Background Check Affidavit

Contractors must complete the Criminal Background Check Affidavit.

Appendix 7: Compliance with School Safety Initiative Legislation Affidavit

Bidders must complete a sworn and notarized Compliance with Illinois Secretary of State Safe Ride Program requirements as they pertain to fingerprinting of all transportation personnel. This background check shall include compliance with Department of Children/Family Services and registered sex offender’s listings.

Required Schedules

o Schedule 1: Organizational Chart, Chain of Command

Contractors must provide an organizational chart, reflecting the chain of command and reporting relationships within their company.

o Schedule 2: Staff Continuity Plan

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Contractors must provide a staff Continuity Plan showing expected turnover rates for staff and how it will seek to prevent excessive turnover of staff. The contractors should also show how they will address absences in the event an employee is not available for work.

o Schedule 3: Workers Compensation Experience Modification Factor

Contractors must provide a Workers Compensation Experience Modification Factor on a document from the contractor’s Workers Compensation insurance carrier.

o Schedule 4: Written Statement of Current Contracts

Contractors must provide a Written Statement of Current Contracts where they are currently providing daily services similar to those specified in this Bid and Contract.

o Schedule 5: Pupil Transportation Management Services and Expertise

Contractors must provide a statement and supporting evidence of all aspects of their transportation management and technical capabilities. These should include human resources and services, computer systems and capabilities, and training programs for initial and on-going training programs for management and non-management personnel. The Contractor’s initial and on-going training program shall include an itemized list of topics and the number of hours per year each of the contractor’s employees is required to complete.

o Schedule 6: Insurance Certificate

Contractors must provide evidence of liability insurance in scope and amount equivalent to the liability insurance provided by the Board pursuant to Section 10-22.3 of the Illinois School Code (105 ILCS 5/10-22.3) as required by Section 10-22.34c(a)(3)(A) of the School Code (105 ILCS 5/10-22.34c(a)(3)(A).

Contractor shall provide an Insurance Certificate providing evidence of ability to obtain adequate insurance coverage to protect the interest of both the Contractor and the School District. Contractors must provide evidence of insurance in the amount of Forty Million ($40,000,000.00) Dollars.

o Schedule 7: Audited Financial Statements/Audited Financial Report

Contractors shall provide their most recent audited Financial Statements which shall include a recent audited Financial Report.

o Schedule 8: Supplemental Documentation

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Contractors shall provide any Supplemental Documentation to describe any other resources to be provided by their company, not listed above, which are in furtherance of the provision of safe and efficient Pupil Transportation Services.

o Schedule 9: Litigation/Regulatory Proceedings List

Contractors will provide a Litigation/Regulatory Proceedings List, including all litigation or regulatory proceedings the company has been involved in within the last five (5) years as it pertains to (i) school districts for which the bidder has been a party to similar contracts, (ii) supplies, equipment or services of the type which are the subject of the proposed contract, or (iii) non-compliance of the contractor’s supplies, equipment and services, or the contractor’s working conditions and employment practices, with the Occupational Safety and Health Act and other state and federal requirements.

o Schedule 10: Bid and Performance Bonds

Bid Bond

Bidders must provide a Bid Bond in the amount equal to ten (10%) percent of Contractor’s base Bid for the first year of the Contract.

Performance Bond

Upon contract award, the successful contractor is required to provide Crete-Monee School District 201-U with a performance bond in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the total estimated contract amount.

o Proof of Qualifications

The School District will ensure compliance with the above by checking references listed in the Bids, and may conduct on-site visitations, as deemed necessary by the Board.

o Evaluation of Bids

Each contractor submitting a Bid should understand that the nature of the School District’s pupil transportation operation is complex and each and every facet of the operation may not be detailed in this Bid. Contractors must document their expertise, experience, and approach based on their understanding of the School District’s requirements. The Bid must be complete, clear and concise.

Per Public Act 97-951 (105 ILCS 5/10-20.21), the contract will be awarded by first considering the bidder or bidders most able to provide safety and comfort for the students, the stability of their service, conformity with specifications, terms of delivery, quality and serviceability, and then price as the Board deems necessary and appropriate in the best interest of the Board.

The following additional factors, not listed by rank of importance, are the additional criteria by which bids will be evaluated:

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• Management capabilities as shown by detailed evidence of contractor’s expertise, experiences, and references. Manager/Account Supervisor’s qualifications and experience.

• Business Stability/Corporate Support checked through various sources as well as the Bid. Ability to meet all applicable federal and state wage and safety requirements.

• Routing management capability as shown by detailed evidence provided by the contractor and checked through various other sources.

• Human Resources Management as determined by references, and by checking other sources.

• Experience and past performance providing pupil transportation services. Work history/performance as reported by references (names, addresses and telephone numbers of principal parties).

• Personnel- Adequacy of staff in size, availability, and experience to perform the proposed work.

• Cost control as shown in previous record of meeting budgets and the proposed plan for controlling costs in connection with the School District work. Controlling costs as indicated in the Bid and through the negotiation process.

• Training/Education Programs - Evidence of Written Safety Program. Quality and completeness of the following information:

o New Employee Training Program

Drivers minimum of 50 hours covering all related topics. Monitors minimum of 20 hours covering all related topics

• OSHA based Workplace Safety Program

o Blood Borne Pathogen Training Program - annually o Employee Training Program o Ethics and Boundaries for School Employees - annually o Sexual Harassment Prevention Training – annually o Any additional training as mandated by the State of Illinois.

Bid Compliance

Full and proper completion of all required Bid forms. Submission of required alternates, if any, is not permissible. Supplemental relevant information submitted by the contractor is permissible. Any comments from the contractor regarding information submitted as part of

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this bidding information. An oral presentation to the School District committee may be required.

Additional Statutory Requirements

Contractors must provide composite information about the criminal and disciplinary records, including alcohol or other substance abuse, Department of Children and Family Services complaints and investigations, traffic violations, and license revocations or any other licensure problems, of any employees who may perform the pupil transportation services as required by Section 10-22.34c (a) (3) (E) of the Illinois School Code (105 ILCS 5/10-22.34c (a) (3) (E)). The individual names and other identifying information of employees need not be provided with the submission of the bid, but must be made available upon request of the Board. (See 1 05 ILCS 5/10-22.34c (a) (3) (E).)

Contractors must provide a list of the number of employees who will provide the pupil transportation services, the job classifications of those employees, and the wages the Contractors will pay those employees as required by Section 10-22.34c(a)(3)(C) of the Illinois School Code (105 ILCS 5/10-22.34c(a)(3)(C)).

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SECTION 5: PRICING QUOTES

Base Bid

The Contractor’s Base Bid must include pricing for all of the Pupil Transportation Services described in this Bid. Contractor’s Base Bid must include a 3-year cost projection, using generally accepted accounting principles, which Bidders are prohibited from increasing if their bid is accepted by the Board, for each and every expenditure category and account for performing the pupil transportation services as required by Section 10-22.34c (a) (3) (D) of the Illinois School Code (105 ILCS 5/10-22.34c (a) (3) (D)).

No increase in the Base Bid shall be allowed in the event any court or tribunal rules that the Contract or Bid does not satisfy 105 ILCS 5/10-22.34c(a)(3)(D) and/or 105 ILCS 5/10-22.34c(a)(3)(B). Contractor and School District shall each bear their own defense costs and risks with respect to any legal challenges to the Contract made by outside parties.

Moreover, the Contractor, by submitting its Bid, agrees to convene monthly, or more frequently if requested, with representatives of the School District, for the purpose of evaluating the efficiency of the performance of the contract, so that further efficiencies may be uncovered and implemented into the contract, including but not limited to, a decrease in the number of routes or a decrease in the number of Pupil Transportation staff or other employees necessary to carry out the provisions of the contract as contemplated herein. As part of this process, and by submitting their Bid, the Contractor agrees to pass along any savings to the School District.

Additional Pricing

Other Transportation Pricing

Bids should also include quotes for extracurricular and late activity routes, i.e. field trips and athletic and non-athletic activity transportation, on a cost per hour basis. For all field trips and athletic and non-athletic activity transportation, the Contractor must have a vehicle that will accommodate two (2) wheel chairs with a minimum capacity of forty (40) passengers.

Aides

The School District is also seeking the per hour charge for any monitor necessary to operate the Pupil Transportation Services contemplated under the contract. When requested, an additional Aide shall be assigned within 5 days.

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SECTION 6: CONTRACTUAL OBLIGATIONS

The submission of a Bid shall constitute the Contractor’s written acknowledgment that it agrees to be bound by the terms and conditions contained within this Bid. This Bid shall be legally binding and will require that this Bid and the resulting Contractor Bid be included as addenda to any subsequent contract that may be entered into between the Contractor and the School District. The Contractor understands that this means that the Contractor accepts all of the specifications included within this Bid and shall satisfy the requirements and reports listed herein. Any exceptions must be explicitly noted.

Purpose

The purpose of this Bid is to establish a contractual relationship with an experienced and qualified pupil transportation management company to provide complete Pupil Transportation Services to the School District in the most efficient and cost-effective manner possible while, at the same time, maintaining the highest level of safety and reliability. The School District may select one or more experienced and qualified transportation management companies. Per Public Act 97-951, the contract will be awarded by first considering the bidder or bidders most able to provide safety and comfort for the students, the stability of their service, conformity with specifications, terms of delivery, quality and serviceability, and then price as the Board deems necessary and appropriate in the best interest of the Board.

Form of Contract and Term

Form of Contract

The Contract, attached hereto as Tentative Contract found in Exhibit Q, shall be the form of contract. The Contract contains many details relative to the terms and conditions under which the Pupil Transportation Services shall be provided to the successful bidder. The Contract should be reviewed carefully by each bidder prior to submitting a Bid. Any exceptions to the terms and conditions contained in the Contract, or any other special considerations or conditions requested or required by the bidder relative to this Bid and the Contract must be enumerated by the bidder and be submitted as part of its Bid. Following selection of the successful bidder by the School District, the contract will be finalized through negotiation of the parties.

Term

The term of this Contract would be for a period commencing on approximately August 1, 2019 and continuing through July 31, 2022, unless earlier terminated by the action of either or both parties in accordance with the terms of the Contract.

Contract Assignment or Sub-Contract

A contract entered into between the Contractor and the School District shall not be assigned, transferred, or sublet by the Contractor, in whole or in part, without the prior written approval of the School District.

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Employees

It will be incumbent upon the Contractor to provide all staff as may be required to ensure the safe and timely Pupil Transportation Services. The assigned Manager who will be responsible for the performance of the Contract will be exclusively assigned to the School District as long as the employee is employed by the Contractor, unless a change is requested by or agreed to by the School District.

Legal Interpretation Provision

Definitions

Contract - Contract means the Tentative Contract attached as Exhibit Q, to which will be appended to both this Bid and the Contractor’s Bid.

Facilities - Facilities means any facility and land or real estate owned or controlled by the School District that is intended to be covered by this Bid.

Bid - Bid means the Contractor’s response to this Bid, submitted in accordance with the Bid.

Bidder - Bidder means any Pupil Transportation Services contractor submitting a Bid to the School District for Pupil Transportation Services by the specified due date in accordance with the Bid.

Contractor - Contractor means the Pupil Transportation Services bidder awarded a Contract to provide Pupil Transportation Services for the School District in accordance with the Bid and the successful contractor’s Bid.

Severability

If any provision or provisions of this Bid and resulting contract shall be held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable or in conflict with the law of any pertinent jurisdiction, the validity, legality and enforceability of the remaining provisions shall not, in any way, be affected or impaired thereby.

Compliance with Federal, State and Local Law and Crete-Monee School District 201-U Board of Education Policies

The Contractor will comply with all federal, state and local laws, rules, ordinances and regulations, apply for, and obtain any required, licenses and permits. The Contractor, including its employees and agents, shall be responsible for knowing the School District Board policies and administrative regulations concerning appropriate behavior of persons in schools and its facilities, including, for example, the prohibitions against sexual harassment and smoking, and shall comply with all such policies and regulations.

The School District shall use its best efforts, as reasonably requested by the Contractor, to assist the Contractor in complying with any applicable federal, state or local laws, rules and regulations.

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Taxes Exemption

The School District is exempt from Federal, State, and Municipal Taxes.

ILOHSA/OSHA Compliance

Goods and services to be furnished by the Contractor and the Contractor’s working conditions and employment practices shall comply with all applicable state and federal requirements, including the Occupational Safety and Health Act.

Fines for OSHA Violations

If the School District is assessed any fines for OSHA violations arising out of these contracted services and attributable to the Contractor, the Contractor will reimburse the School District for these fines by commensurately reducing the charges on the monthly invoice.

Contractor Management

In addition to such personnel as may be required to administer the contract, the Contractor shall employ and assign a Manager to act as the Contractor’s designee in all matters relating to the contract. The assigned Manager will be assigned exclusively to the School District, as long as the person remains in the employ of the Contractor, unless a change is requested by or agreed to by the School District.

Nondiscrimination in Employment

The Contractor shall comply with Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action requirements as stipulated in Executive Order 11246 and Executive Order 11375, and all subsequent amendments thereto and superseding orders.

Contractor’s policy shall be to recruit and select applicants for employment solely based on their qualifications. The Contractor’s decision to employ shall be based, first, on whether any positions are available, and, second, on which applicant best meets the requirements of the open position.

Student Records

The Contractor will comply with the relevant requirements of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) (20 U.S.C. 1232g) and the Illinois School Student Records Act (ISSRA) (105 ILCS 10/1 et seq.) regarding the confidentiality of student “education records” as defined in FERPA and “school student records” as defined in ISSRA. Any use of information contained in student education records to be released must be approved by the School District. To protect the confidentiality of student education records, the Contractor will limit access to student education records to those employees who reasonably need access to them in order to perform their responsibilities under this Contract. Any student records in the Contractor’s possession shall be returned to the School District when no longer needed for the purposes, for which they were provided, or at the School District written request,

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they shall be permanently destroyed and the Contractor shall provide written confirmation to the School District upon the destruction of student records.

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SECTION 7: ROUTES AND SCHEDULING

Routing and Scheduling

The School District will provide Contractor with student information, route directions and will update as necessary. Contractor is required to fulfill regular education, route changes within forty-eight (48) hours of receiving said changes. For special education, route changes shall be completed within seventy-two (72) hours. Carrier has no authority to modify, change or adjust route directions, packages and/or student information without the consent from the School District’s Transportation Coordinator, Assistant Superintendent of District Affairs or Assistant Superintendent of Business/CSBO.

Scheduling of arrivals and departures of the transportation vehicles from the various school locations shall conform to the school’s calendar and time tables and allow time flexibility necessary for emergency situations.

If the Contractor fails to provide service on any to or from regularly scheduled route, activity, shuttle or piece of work, the Contractor will be charged a penalty of $100.00 per vehicle, per occurrence to be withheld from the next subsequent payment due. School District will notify Contractor of such action within ninety-six (96) hours of School District’s knowledge of occurrence.

The Contractor shall be responsible for informing all parents/guardians of scheduled pick-up and drop-off times for special education students and shall maintain consistent schedules in this regard. The initial notification to the parent/guardian and School District must occur at least seven days in advance of the first day of school.

The Contractor shall notify students and parents by memorandum of a change in route schedule if any occurs during the school year. This memorandum is distributed to students on the transportation vehicle and copy sent to appropriate school.

Homebound transportation vehicles must be parked in place prior to the school dismissal bell and will not depart until at least seven (7) minutes (or as defined by School District’s Transportation Coordinator) after the school dismissal bell rings, students are properly seated and clearance is given by an administrator or their designee.

The Contractor will be charged a $125.00 per occurrence penalty to be withheld from the next subsequent payment due for failure to arrive at school prior to the dismissal bell time unless advance notice to the School District’s Transportation Coordinator was approved. School District will notify Contractor of such action within ninety-six (96) hours of School District’s knowledge of such occurrence.

Conditions such as inclement weather and accidents that impede traffic and construction that are outside the Contractor’s control will not result in the assessment of a penalty subject to the reasonable notice to the School District’s Transportation Coordinator via email or phone.

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The School District requires special education students to be delivered home or an authorized alternate location in the presence of the parent/guardian or an authorized adult unless a release has been provided by the parent/guardian and has been approved by the School District’s Transportation Coordinator.

All route directions, student data and maps shall remain the property of the School District and shall be surrendered by Contractor upon termination of the Contract.

Students are to be delivered to school no earlier than fifteen (15) minutes or later than five (5) minutes prior to the start of their school day where an authorized representative of the school is present.

The Contractor will be charged a $125.00 per occurrence penalty to be withheld from the next subsequent payment due for failure to arrive at school five minutes prior to the start of the school day unless an advance notice to the District’s Transportation Coordinator was approved. District will notify Contractor of such action within ninety-six (96) hours of School District’s knowledge of such occurrence.

Routes:

General Education Daily Routing

The School District operates daily, in-district transportation routes for regular education and special education on a modified three (3) tiered bell schedule to nine (9) schools, including early childhood. See Exhibit A for Facility Listing and bell schedules and Exhibits L, M and N for routing information.

Special Education Daily Routing

The School District operates daily transportation routes for special education students including routes that travel outside the School District’s boundaries and to transport students to community service programs. In-district Special Education routes are based upon a three (3) tiered bell schedule. See Exhibit A for Facility Listing and bell schedules.

Mid-day Routing and Shuttles

The School District operates mid-day routes that are generally incorporated into the various regular AM/PM routes. See Exhibit A for Facility Listing and bell schedules.

Special Education Summer Routing

The School District operates daily in-district and out of district routes during the summer for students attending special education programs that are separate from any routes that are operated during the regular school year. See Exhibit A for Facility Listing and bell schedules.

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Additional Funding Opportunities

Grants are sometimes received that could require additional general education routes in the summer months.

Extra-Curricular/Athletic Routes

The School District provides transportation for its various school buildings, clubs, organizations and athletic teams to and from various events, and athletic contests throughout the year.

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SECTION 8: PUPIL TRANSPORTATION SERVICES’ VEHICLES

Transportation Vehicle Fleet

The Contractor shall show evidence of the ability to purchase or lease required vehicles and other equipment, with a reputable vehicle manufacturer, vendor or broker, and a financing commitment, letter of credit or other evidence of available funding for such purchase or lease agreement should be included in the Bid.

The Contractor’s vehicles that are used to provide pupil transportation services to Crete-Monee School District 201-U shall not exceed eight years of age and/or 75,000 miles.

The Contractor shall provide the necessary supplies, parts and service to maintain all transportation vehicles in a safe, clean and sanitary condition, inside and out.

Transportation vehicles must meet requirements as set forth by the Illinois State Board of Education, the State of Illinois Standards for School Buses including any additional governing body. Transportation vehicles will be subject to inspection by the Illinois Department of Transportation and by such persons as may be designated by the State Superintendent of Education or the District. Transportation vehicles not passing inspection shall not be returned to service until the conditions have been corrected. Inspection fees shall be paid by the Contractor.

The District reserves the right to inspect the Contractor’s equipment at any time and has the authority to have the Contractor make repairs, replace parts, or replace vehicles if the School District so desires. A penalty of $200.00 per vehicle, per occurrence will be accessed when it is determined that the Contractor’s vehicle does not meet the requirements set forth in the Bid.

All transportation vehicles used for special education transportation under this agreement shall be equipped with operating air-conditioning systems and be available for use during the regular school term where required.

Lap seat belts or suitable alternative restraining devices approved by the District shall be considered basic equipment for all special education transportation vehicles and shall be provided by the Contractor at no additional cost to the School District.

Shoulder straps, special supports, student safety devices, wheel chair restraint systems and all other safety devices shall be provided in accordance with all applicable laws when they are deemed necessary by School District personnel directly responsible for the students and shall be provided by the Contractor at no additional cost to the School District.

The interior of the transportation vehicle shall be structured and configured to accommodate the needs of the students transported in that vehicle. All transportation vehicles which transport wheelchair students must be equipped in accordance with all applicable laws to accommodate all varieties of wheelchairs, manual or otherwise.

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All transportation vehicles will be clearly labeled with the Contractor’s name and in compliance with Illinois Public Act 95-0176 “To Report Erratic Driving” in accordance with Department of Transportation standards. Each transportation vehicle will have route placards as required by the School District located in the first window behind the entry door.

All transportation vehicles shall be equipped with a two-way radio communication system, operative at all times with a full-time base station in accordance with Illinois Public Act 96-1066. The Contractor will operate and maintain the two-way communication so that clear channels are always available in case emergency communication is required. The Contractor will provide to the School District, at no cost, three (3) portable handheld radios programmed to hear and communicate with all Contractor transportation vehicles and base station.

Each transportation vehicle shall be equipped with digital camera technology, to insure the safety and well-being of all riders. At a minimum, the system should have two viewing angles (driver/door and isles). In addition, the system should be capable to record audio and record video in color and be viewable in low light conditions. The system must be able to store a minimum of twenty-eight (28) days of video. The Contractor shall make available to the School District access to all video within four hours of such request. The Contractor will be accessed a $200.00 penalty each time a video request is not fulfilled within the four-hour time limit. The Contractor understands that the School District has sole rights to this video and must approve all distribution and viewing of any video of district students, routes, etc.

All transportation vehicles shall be equipped with GPS technology. The Contractor shall make available to the School District access to key “Real Time” information that will allow for enhanced service. This access can be web based with the capability to gather important information such as on-time performance, late transportation vehicles, stop times, route times, speed, etc. The School District will work closely with the vendor to coordinate these efforts. Acceptable GPS products would be, but not limited to Synovia and Zonar products.

All vehicles must be equipped with a child check electronic alarm system and the Contractor must be in full compliance with Illinois Public Act 95-0260.

The number of transportation vehicles and the runs they make (as set forth herein) is not binding on the School District. If additional equipment is needed by the School District, the contractor shall secure such equipment as quickly as possible. There is no guarantee to the number of transportation vehicles or routes needed and the School District reserves the right to make changes it deems in its best interest.

Stand-By Vehicles

The Contractor agrees to provide an adequate number of standby vehicles to ensure uninterrupted service to the school district. An adequate number of standby vehicles shall be defined as 10% of the number of vehicles that operate the School District’s transportation services.

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SECTION 9: PUPIL TRANSPORTATION SERVICES’ PERSONNEL

Staffing Levels

The Contractor will provide an adequate staff of experienced personnel, capable of and devoted to the successful accomplishment of the pupil transportation to be performed under this Bid and the Contract. The Contractor will provide clean pupil transportation vehicles each school day.

The Contract will be staffed according to what the Contractor, using its best professional judgment, believes is necessary to complete the required Pupil Transportation Services under this Bid. [NOTE: For the existing number of students, vehicles, hours, routes, mileage data, number of drivers and aides for the 2018-19 school year, refer to Exhibits A, B, H, J, K, L, and M.] Safety of students and unimpeded delivery of the instructional programs is essential. It is the responsibility of the Contractor to provide sufficient personnel to ensure that these requirements of the Bid are met on a daily basis.

Contractors must provide a list of employees who will provide the pupil transportation services, the job classifications of those employees, and the wages the Bidders will pay those employees as required by Section 10-22.34c(a)(3)(C) of the Illinois School Code (105 ILCS 5/10- 22.34c(a)(3)(C)).

Identification

All contractor personnel are required to wear an ID badge approved by the School District. The ID badge is to be clearly visible while performing work at School District facilities. Contractor shall be responsible for any lost or misplaced ID badges for its personnel.

Failure to Wear ID Badges

If a Contractor’s employee is observed in or around a School District facility or pupil transportation vehicle without wearing the Contractor issued ID badge, the Contractor will be in non-compliance with the contract and a twenty-five ($25.00) Dollar deduction may be made on the monthly invoice.

Schedules of Transportation Personnel

The Contractors’ employees are to be scheduled in such a way that all students are safely and timely transported to their destination and there is no interruption or disruption of the educational process.

The School District reserves the right to change any and all of the work schedules, and, upon reasonable notice under the particular circumstances, the Contractor shall adjust staffing to accommodate such changes.

Any item not addressed in the Specifications or Bid submission shall become open to negotiation between the parties. In the event there are material changes in the requirements of the School District, or the School District makes significant changes in the scope of work or

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other condition (for example, changing from a five-day week to a four-day week) and the impact of such changes materially impacts the methods and/or costs of Contractor in connection with providing the services to the District, the Contractor may request a re-negotiation of this contract. Such re-negotiation shall include, but not be limited to, the rates of payment, the payment schedule, and levels of service.

Communication

The Contractor’s employees will be required to maintain regular, open communication with the School District. If the need arises for the School District to contact one of the Contractor’s employees, there must be a system in place to accomplish this task. All of the Contractor’s employees will work with district personnel to implement reasonable accommodations as agreed to throughout the life of the contract.

The Contractor shall designate a liaison person to be available to communicate with the School District on any matters that may arise during the term of the Contract. The Contractor is required to have someone available, at all times between 5:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., to receive emergency calls. Where transportation to or from an activity is to be completed after 6:00 p.m., the emergency contact shall be available until one hour after the last scheduled transportation event.

Licenses and Permits

The Contractor will obtain and maintain at its own expense any necessary and/or required licenses and permits of the pupil transportation personnel to provide the services specified in this Contract.

Absenteeism

Contractor employee absenteeism can significantly and adversely affect the pupil transportation needs of the School District. The Contractor must maintain a pool of trained and qualified substitutes with the required background checks who are available at short notice to ensure that the pupil transportation needs of the School District are fully met in the event of illness or injury. The Contractor shall at its expense keep on its payroll a sufficient number of substitute employees to meet daily requirements. Substitute drivers shall not be assigned permanent routes and will be used to cover transportation vehicle schedules when a driver is absent.

The Contractor must also keep records of absenteeism. This data must be provided to the School District upon request.

If the Contractor’s supervisor is unavailable for work under the Contract for more than three (3) consecutive workdays, the Contractor will immediately inform the Crete-Monee School District 201-U of the absence, the reason for the absence, and how the Contractor will ensure completion of the Supervisor’s work.

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Requirements for Pupil Transportation Staff

School District Philosophy

It is the School District’s intent to provide high-quality educational services and to ensure the safety and comfort of School District students and staff. The Contractor recognizes and agrees to uphold the following general standards for personnel:

• For the protection of students, persons who have contact with students and their families must be of stable personality, good moral character and shall meet or exceed all state mandated standards. Additionally, all employees shall be conversant in the English language and be able to take direction accordingly.

• The Contractor shall not allow any person to provide Pupil Transportation Services if that person’s conduct might in any way expose a child to any impropriety of word or conduct, nor shall the Contractor allow any person to provide Pupil Transportation Services who is not, at any time, in a condition of mental and emotional stability.

• The use of tobacco and the possession or use by any person of alcohol, controlled substances, illegal drugs, firearms, knives, or other weapons are prohibited on school property.

Pre-Employment Screening

The Contractor shall develop and implement a pre-employment interview and/or screening program for all candidates for employment who will be driving pupil transportation vehicles, serving as monitor, or involved with operations while on School District property, including vehicles, or in a School District facility. The screening program shall be designed to assist the Contractor in determining the candidates’ qualifications for work with or around students in School District facilities.

This procedure must be reviewed and approved in advance by the School District to ensure compliance with all applicable federal and state laws, rules, ordinances, District policies and regulations, as well as licensing and permits applicable to providing Pupil Transportation Services contemplated in this Contract.

Illinois Legislation

The Contractor is responsible for meeting all the requirements of the Illinois School Code, Illinois State Board of Education, and Illinois Department of Transportation Legislation as they pertain to school pupil transportation. The Contractor will have any and all of its agents, employees or representatives who will be on any District premises to carry out the Pupil Transportation Services contemplated by the Contract Documents, fingerprinted and subject to criminal history and background checks through the Illinois State Police and Federal Bureau

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of Investigation, as detailed in Illinois Vehicle Code 625 ILCS 5/6-106.1a, prior to commencing any work under this Contract by presenting themselves, or any of its agents, employees or representatives, for proper fingerprinting and criminal background checks, as directed and requested by the School District, with the assistance of the Contractor, or provide written notification to the School District that the Contractor or its employee(s) has previously completed fingerprinting and a criminal history and background check to provide contractor with a copy of the report at the time of fingerprinting and background checks are initiated.

Additionally, unless notified it is not subject to Vehicle Code 625 ILCS 5/6-106.1 a, the Contractor represents and warrants to the School District that it will at all times during the Initial Term or any Renewal Term of this Contract be in compliance with the provisions of Vehicle Code 625 ILCS 5/6-106.1a, including, but not limited to, reporting to the School District within 3 business days of when any of its agents, employees or representatives who will be on the School District’s premises to carry out the Pupil Transportation Services contemplated by the contract documents, is/are charged with a crime listed in Vehicle Code 625 ILCS 5/6-106.1a, or a substantially similar law, and to immediately report to the School District if that person is subsequently convicted, plead guilty or plead no contest to that crime. The Contractor shall indemnify, defend and hold the School District, its employees, Board of Education, and each member thereof, agents and consultants, harmless from and against any and all claims, counterclaims, suits, debts, demands, actions, judgments, liens, liabilities, costs, expenses, including actual attorney’s fees and actual expert witness fees, arising out of or in connection with any violation of, or the Contractor’s failure to comply with the requirements of Illinois Vehicle Code 625 ILCS 5/6-106.1a, or this paragraph. The Contractor shall be responsible for all costs and expenses associated with the above required fingerprinting and background checks. The Contractor shall supply all necessary data and information, as requested by the School District, to enable the School District to properly submit Contractor and its employees and agents for inclusion in the State of Illinois Board of Education’s list of registered educational personnel in connection with contracting or working for another Illinois public school district, intermediate school district, public school academy or non-public school (each an ‘Agency’) and consents to the sharing or transferring of the appropriate fingerprinting and criminal history background report from the other Agency. If Contractor wishes to receive a copy of any report, it shall have the employee provide written consent to the School District acknowledging its consent personnel.

Drug Testing

The Contractor is responsible for establishing tests acceptable to, and approved by, the School District that are designed to determine the presence of illegal drugs, controlled substances or alcohol. The Contractor shall conduct random and

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reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing for all safety sensitive employees according to Federal and Illinois law, rules and regulations and School District policy. The Contractor shall have a zero-tolerance policy for testing positive to drugs and alcohol and shall immediately remove an employee if they refuse to submit to a drug test, tests positive for illegal drugs, controlled substances or alcohol or violates the law, possesses, sells or consumes illegal drugs, controlled substances or alcohol on School District property.

Grounds for Testing

The Contractor shall conduct or cause to be conducted tests acceptable to the School District that are designed to determine the presence of illegal drugs, controlled substances or alcohol. Such tests shall be administered to:

• All permanent, temporary or substitute employees before any employee first begins work under this Contract. Test results must be obtained before the employee begins work;

• All drivers and aides when involved in an accident while students are present on the transportation vehicle; and,

• Any person whom the Contractor or School District has reasonable cause to believe has reported to work or is at work or is on School District property under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

Removal from Service

The Contractor must remove a trainee or employee from the training program or from service, as applicable, under the following circumstances:

• If a trainee or employee refuses to submit to a drug test in one of the above described situations.

• If a trainee or employee possesses, consumes, sells or dispenses alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs, or controlled substances on School District property or during the course of providing Pupil Transportation Services to School District;

• If a trainee or employee violates the laws pertaining to drugs, controlled substances, or alcoholic beverages during the course of providing Pupil Transportation Services to School District;

• If a trainee or employee violates the laws pertaining to drugs, controlled substances or alcoholic beverages at any time, if doing so adversely affects School District, its students or its property;

• If a trainee or employee tests positive for the presence of illegal drugs, controlled substances, or alcohol; and

• If the trainee or employee is deemed unsatisfactory by the School District.

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Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act ("FERPA") and Illinois School Student Records Act Compliance

The Contactor and its employees must be aware of the confidentiality of student records and agree not to communicate or release any personally identifiable student information to any other persons.

Pupil Transportation Staff Training Requirements

The Contractor will provide or arrange for any legally required or other training as is needed to ensure that qualified employees are available to provide services described in the Contract.

Pre-Service Training and Ongoing Training

The Contractor is to have, in-place, an on-going, effective and documented training program that provides all local, state, and federal mandated training and contains, at a minimum:

• Vehicle Cleaning Procedures • Special Education Training Program • Blood-Borne Pathogen and Infection Control • Handbook Review • Personal Grooming • Basic First Aid

The Contractor will provide written documentation of contract employees who have attended such a program, including date and time, to School District designee prior to the employee being placed in the School District.

ONGOING TRAINING PROGRAM AFTER PLACEMENT IN SCHOOL DISTRICT:

• The Contractor will provide at least twelve (12) hours job-related training per year to each employee.

• Recommended topics are as follows: o ADA Ergonomics o Interior Vehicle Cleaning o Job Preparation and Clean up o Anti-Idling o Workplace Safety o Mandatory topics are as follows: o Blood Borne Pathogens o Infection Control o Sexual Harassment o Ethics and Boundaries for Employees

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o Bullying - Illinois o Allergy Management

The Contractor must show proof that it has provided all trainings to its personnel as required by applicable codes and standards. The Contractor will provide School District designee with training logs and, if requested, training verification.

Safety Program

Safety is of paramount concern to the School District. In recognition of this priority, the Contractor shall plan and implement a comprehensive safety program. This program shall include but not be limited to regularly scheduled safety meetings for drivers. The Contractor shall conduct a minimum of two (2) safety meetings each school year, and employees shall be required to attend. The agendas of the meetings, and attendance sheets, shall be available for inspection by the School District on request.

Pupil Transportation Personnel

The Contractor shall furnish the following positions to be involved in the daily operation of the Contract, located in a local office convenient and easily accessible to School District personnel, parents and patrons of the School District:

1. Manager/Supervisor 2. Dispatcher

All employees must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age, be a legal resident of the United States, be able to write and be conversant in the English language and meet all other legal requirements prior to being placed in a position with the Contractor to work under this Contract. The Contractor shall be responsible for the selection, evaluation, training, compensation and retention of pupil transportation employees, including all necessary drivers, aides, management and clerical personnel.

The following information for all drivers involved in the contract under employment of the Contractor must be provided to the School District twenty-one (21) days prior to the first day of work each year in a secured, electronic document that must be constantly maintained to include up-to-date employee information:

1. Name - First, Middle and last 2. Valid permit number 3. Proof and date of completion of the Illinois School Bus Driver Instruction 4. Proof and date of Health Certification 5. Driver’s license and date of expiration 6. Evidence of freedom from tuberculosis 7. Evidence of passing the criminal background investigation as required by Illinois State

Statute.

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8. Any and all medications a driver may take including over the counter medications to the extent the Contractor has the ability to respond

9. Evidence of successful completion of yearly school bus permit renewal 10. Advise the School District of any driver that is ticketed and/or arrested on any offense

during the term of the contract.

All costs related to licensing, drug and alcohol testing of drivers and yearly physicals will be the responsibility of the Contractor.

The following information for all monitors involved in this Contract under the employment of the Contractor will be provided to Crete-Monee School District 201-U seven days prior to the first day of work each year:

1. Name - First, Middle and last 2. Evidence of freedom from tuberculosis 3. Proof monitor is at least twenty-one years of age 4. Proof and date of Health Certification equal to the driver requirements. 5. Evidence of First Aid & CPR Certification. 6. Evidence of passing the criminal background investigation equal to the driver

requirements.

Information regarding new employees shall be provided within one week after their employment.

The employees of the Contractor shall be considered solely employees of the Contractor and shall not be considered employees or agents of the School District in any fashion.

The Contractor shall conduct the pupil transportation services to ensure compliance with the rules and regulations of the Illinois State Board of Education, the Illinois School Code and all applicable federal, state and local laws.

The School District shall be legally and financially responsible for the conduct of the pupil transportation services and shall supervise the pupil transportation services to ensure compliance with the rules and regulations of the Illinois State Board of Education, the Illinois School Code and all applicable federal, state and local laws.

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SECTION 10: INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS

The Contractor shall be required to maintain the following insurance:

General Liability:

• $2,000,000 each occurrence- including Bodily Injury, Property Damage, Blanket Contractual Liability

• $1,000,000 Damage to Rented

• $5,000 Medical Expenses (any one person)

• $1,000,000 Personal Injury & Advertising Injury

• $1,000,000 Fire Damage Legal Liability

• $2,000,000 General Aggregate Limit

• $2,000,000 Products/completed Operations Limit

Coverage to be written on an occurrence form, and to include a “per job” aggregate endorsement

Automobile Liability:

• $2,000,000 Combined Single Limit- Bodily Injury/Property Damage

• $5,000 Medical Payments

• $1,000,000 Uninsured Motorist/Underinsured Motorist

Worker’s Compensation:

• $1,00,000- Employer’s Liability- Each Incident

• $1,00,000- Employer’s Liability- Disease – Policy Limit

• $1,00,000- Employer’s Liability- Disease – Each Employee

Umbrella/Excess Liability:

• $10,000,000- Each Occurrence

• $10,000,000- Aggregate

A Certificate of Insurance evidencing such policies shall be provided to the School District within 30 days of awarding the Contract, but no later than the beginning of the Contract. The Certificate of Insurance must state the name of the insurance company, policy number and date of policy expirations for the previously mentioned types and limits of insurance. Said certificate of insurance shall, also, include the following additional provisions:

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• Crete-Monee School District 201-U shall be named as an “additional insured.” “The vendor’s insurance shall be primary and the certificate holder’s insurance shall be noncontributory.”

• The vendor’s policies shall be endorsed to include “waiver of subrogation” in favor of the District.

• The vendor’s insurance policies shall contain a covenant by the issuing company that the policies shall not be cancelled unless a thirty (30) day prior written notice of cancellation is given to the District. The cancellation provisions of the certificate of insurance shall be amended to include “notice will be mailed.” Any wording like “endeavor to” shall be removed.

• The insurance provisions shall remain open for review and may be changed at any time by the School District.

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SECTION 11: OBLIGATIONS OF CRETE-MONEE SCHOOL DISTRICT 201-U

The School District is responsible for and shall provide the following:

1. Yearly Calendar

2. Emergency procedures

3. Other items mutually agreed to by the School District and Contractor

Crete-Monee School District 201-U’s Obligations in the Event of Non-Appropriation of Funds

Subject to the State of Illinois maintaining the School District’s current level of funding, and current enrollment projections, the School District represents that:

1. It has adequate funds to meet its obligations under any Contract awarded as a result of this Bid during the current fiscal year;

2. It intends to maintain any contract awarded as a result of this Bid for the full period set forth herein; and

3. It has no reason to believe that it will not have sufficient funds to enable it to make all payments due hereunder during the said contract term.

However, in the event that adequate funds are not available to the School District at any time during such contract period(s) to continue funding for any contract awarded as a result of this Bid, the School District’s obligations under the contract(s) will terminate as of the date that the funding is determined to be unavailable. In such circumstance, the School District will have no further obligation to the awarded Contractor, except for payment for all services rendered and supplies purchased and consumed in implementation of the contract for the School District, through the date of termination provided however, that if such funding is restored following such termination pursuant to this section, the Contractor shall have the right of first refusal to commence Transportation Services under this contract if restored within twelve months of termination.

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SECTION 12: RIGHTS OF CRETE-MONEE SCHOOL DISTRICT 201-U

Crete-Monee School District 201-U Designee

The School District designee referred to throughout this Bid is Dr. Rochelle Clark, Assistant Superintendent of District Affairs or designee. The School District Superintendent is authorized to modify this designation.

Discipline of Contractor’s Employees

The Contractor shall report to the School District any incidents of misconduct engaged in by its employees who are working under the Contract, and any corrective action taken. Every employee shall at all times adhere to the School District’s established policies and administrative regulations concerning appropriate behavior of persons in schools and School District facilities.

Authority to Approve, to Reject and to Require Removal of Contractor’s Employees from Crete-Monee School District 201-U Service

The School District reserves the right to approve or reject for the School District service under this Contract any of Contractor’s employees, including employees of subcontractors who may be providing Pupil Transportation Services at any time during the term of this Contract.

Further, at the request of the School District, the Contractor shall immediately remove from service to the School District, any and all employees, whether permanent, substitute or temporary, including all supervisory personnel.

Liquidated Damages

To recover losses it suffers (which may be immeasurable) and to discourage poor performance, the School District may assess liquidated damages against the Contractor in certain instances. These damages accrue in addition to the School District expectation that it will not pay for any service that has not been provided. The damages will be assessed against the Contractor regardless of whether the actual failure to perform was caused by the Contractor or by its subcontractors.

1. The Contractor agrees that the highest standards of delivery service are expected to be provided to the School District at all times during the term of this Contract.

2. The School District reserves the right to withhold certain payments in part or in whole based on the Contractor’s performance under the terms of this agreement. By accepting this Contract, the Contractor agrees that in the event of the specific service violations listed herein, that the sums listed under each occurrence may be withheld from the next subsequent payment due the Contractor provided that the Contractor has been notified within 72 hours after the district knows of the violation being reported to the Superintendent.

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Such notification may be via Facsimile, certified US mail or via electronic mail (email).

Conditions such as weather, traffic accidents that impede traffic and construction that are outside the Contractor’s control will not result in the assessment of a penalty for applicable situations listed below, provided that the Contractor provides reasonable notice to the Superintendent of the event and the Superintendent, in his/her discretion, determines that the Contractor’s reason for the service violation is valid.

The School District will utilize current service expectations when assessing penalties:

1. AM drop off at school site after final bell without advance notification to the Superintendent or designee-$125 per occurrence.

2. PM arrival at school site after dismissal bell without advance notice to the Superintendent or designee-$125 per occurrence.

3. Failure to operate a route without 24 hours prior notice to the District Superintendent or designee-$1,000 per occurrence.

4. No Service on any to or from regularly scheduled route-daily rate per vehicle plus $125.00 per occurrence.

5. Leaving a child on a bu transportation vehicle after route has been completed the last stop-$10,000.00 per occurrence.

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CRETE-MONEE SCHOOL DISTRICT 201-U

Administration Center

1500 Sangamon St. Crete, Illinois 60417 708-367-8320 PH 708-672-2698 FX

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Exhibit A:

Facility Lists and Bell Schedules

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Mr. Ken Surma

Assistant Superintendent of Business/CSBO

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Exhibit A: Facility Listing and Bell Schedules

Facilities for Transportation Start Time Dismissal Time

1 Balmoral Elementary School 9:00 AM 3:35 PM 1124 New Monee Road Crete, IL 60417 708-367-2500

2 Crete Elementary School 9:00 AM 3:35 PM 435 North Street Crete, IL 60417 708-367-8430

3 Coretta Scott King Magnet School 9:00 AM 3:35 PM 1009 Blackhawk Drive University Park, IL 60484 708-367-4700

4 Monee Education Center 7:15 AM 2:00 PM 5154 Main Street Monee, IL 60449 708-367-2660

5 Monee Elementary School 9:00 AM 3:35 PM 25425 Will Center Road Monee, IL 60449 708-367-2600

6 Talala Elementary School 9:00 AM 3:35 PM 430 Talala Street Park Forests, IL 60466 708-367-2560

7 Early Learning Center 8:30 AM 2:30 PM 1500 Sangamon Street Crete, IL 60417 708-367-2770

8 Crete-Monee Middle School 8:00 AM 2:40 PM 635 Olmstead Road University Park, IL 60484 708-367-2400

9 Crete-Monee High School 7:25 AM 2:40 PM 1515 West Exchange Street Crete, IL 60417 708-367-8200

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Exhibit B:

2018-19 District Calendar

2018-19 Out-of-District Calendars

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Crete-Monee School District 201-U

School Calendar for the 2018 – 2019 School Year (Grades K-12)

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February - 2019

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12 13 14 15 16 17 18

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August - 2018

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September - 2018

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December - 2018

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October - 2018

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November - 2018

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10 11 12 13 14 15 16 5

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24 25 26 27 28 29 30 5

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March - 2019

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Approved: 2/20/2018 Revised: 2/12/2018

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2019-20 District Calendar (proposed; not final)

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Crete-Monee School District 201-U

School Calendar for the 2019 – 2020 School Year (Grades K-12)

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January - 2020

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26 27 28 29 30 4

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April - 2020

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24 25 26 27 28 29 30 4

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*ONLY applies to CMHS – Grade levels specified are only students who need to be in attendance* August 19 – Institute Day – No School 20 – Institute Day – No School 21 – First Day of School (K-12) – Early Dismissal – School Improvement Day (K-12) September 2 - Labor Day - No School 11 – Early Dismissal – School Improvement Day (K-12) October 2 – Early Dismissal – School Improvement Day (K-12) 14 – Columbus Day – No School 16 – Early Dismissal – Record Day - End of 1st Quarter (9-12) / SI Day (K-8) November 8 – Early Dismissal – Record Day – End of 1st Trimester (K-8) / SI Day (9-12) 11 – Veterans Day – No School 25 – Parent/Teacher Conf. (10:30AM-8:30PM) – No School 26 – Parent/Teacher Conf. (8:30AM-12:00PM) – No School 27, 28, 29 – Thanksgiving Holiday – No School December 4 – Early Dismissal – School Improvement Day (K-12) 20 – Early Dismissal – Finals – Record Day – End of 2nd Quarter/1st Semester (9-12) / SI Day (K-8) 23 – Winter Recess Begins January 6 – School Resumes 20 – Martin Luther King Jr. Day – No School 22 – Early Dismissal – School Improvement Day (K-12) February 12 – Early Dismissal – School Improvement Day (K-12) 17 – President’s Day – No School 28 – Early Dismissal – Record Day – End of 2nd Trimester (K-8) / SI Day (9-12) March 2 – Casimir Pulaski Day – No School 12 – Parent/Teacher Conf. (5:00PM-8:00PM) 13 – Early Dismissal – Record Day – End of 3rd Quarter (9-12) / SI Day (K-8)

27 – Early Dismissal – Students and Staff (K-12) 30 – Spring Recess Begins April 6 – School Resumes 8,9 – Kindergarten Registration 14, 15 – Early Dismissal – Spring Testing – 9th & 10th Grade only 15 – Early Dismissal – School Improvement Day (K-12) May 6 – Early Dismissal – School Improvement Day (K-12) 25 – Memorial Day – No School June 4 – Early Dismissal – School Improvement Day (K-12) 5 - **Early Dismissal – Finals – End of 2nd Semester/ 3rd Trimester/ 4th Quarter – Last Day of School **With 5 snow/emergency days added Subtract Unused days from the end of the calendar

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Board Policy 4:110 - - Operational Services

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OPERATIONAL SERVICES

4:110 Transportation

The District shall provide free transportation for any student in the District who The District shall provide free transportation forany student in the District who resides: (1) at a distance of one and one-half miles or more from his or her assigned school,unless the Board of Education has certified to the Illinois State Board of Education that adequate public transportation isavailable, or (2) within one and one-half miles from his or her assigned school where walking to or from school or to or from apick-up point or bus stop would constitute a serious hazard due to vehicular traffic or rail crossing, and adequate publictransportation is not available. The District may provide and charge a fee for transportation for other students residing within oneand one-half miles from their assigned school. A student’s parent(s)/guardian(s) may file a petition with the Board requestingtransportation due to the existence of a serious safety hazard. Free transportation service and vehicle adaptation is provided fora special education student if included in the student’s individualized educational program. The District may providetransportation to and from school-sponsored activities. Non-public school students shall be transported in accordance withState law. Homeless students shall be transported in accordance with Section 45/1-15 of the Education for Homeless ChildrenAct. Foster care students shall be transported in accordance with Section 6312(c)(5)(B) of the Elementary and SecondaryEducation Act.

Under certain conditions, students living less than 1½ miles from their school may ride school buses for an annual feeestablished by the Board and paid at least one semester in advance, provided buses are not filled to rated capacity withstudents entitled to free transportation.

If a student is at a location within the District, other than his or her residence, for child care purposes at the time for transportationto and/or from school, that location may be considered for purposes of determining the 1½ miles from the school attended.

Five Mile Policy

The Five Mile Policy is strictly for students who require transportation to daycare and attend Balmoral, Crete, Monee or TalalaElementary. The daycare facility or provider must be located along an existing route, more than one and one-half miles fromschool but not more than five miles from school. Excluded from this policy are our District-wide schools such as: Crete EarlyChildhood, Coretta Scott King, Sixth Grade Center, Crete-Monee Middle School and Crete-Monee High School.

In order for students to be transported to a daycare facility, the following criteria must be met:

The daycare facility must be licensed with the State of Illinois.The daycare facility must be located within a five mile radius from the school of attendance, along an existing bus route.The student’s route for transportation services to and from the daycare facility must be the same location.

If your student is to be entrusted to the home of a non-licensed family member, friend or neighbor, the following criteria must bemet:

The daycare provider must be located along an existing route, within a five mile radius from the school of attendance.Written consent MUST be received from the custodial parent or guardian. (You may indicate this on the DaycareTransportation Request Form provided.)The student’s route for transportation services to and from the provider must be the same location.

Transportation will not be provided if:

The daycare facility or the home of a daycare provider is less than one and one-half miles or more than five miles from theschool of attendance.The daycare facility or the home of the daycare provider is not located along an existing route.The student’s route for transportation services to and from home or a daycare facility involves two separate bus routes.

Unless the Superintendent or designee establishes new routes, pick-up and drop-off locations for students in day care must bealong the District’s regular routes. The District will not discriminate among types of locations where day care is provided, whichmay include the premises of licensed providers, relatives’ homes, or neighbors’ homes.

Bus schedules and routes shall be determined by the Transportation Liaison and shall be altered only with the AssistantSuperintendent of Student Affairs’ approval and direction. In setting the routes, the pick-up and discharge points should be assafe for students as possible.

No school employee may transport students in school or private vehicles unless authorized by the administration. No parent maytransport a student other than their own child for a school sponsored event unless authorized by the administration and the legalguardian(s) or parent(s) who wish their children to be transported by other parents. Team or club members who are not takingschool authorized transportation to a team or club event must have written permission from their parent to take alternatetransportation. In case of an emergency, the school administration may authorize alternative means of transportation if deemed

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necessary for safety purposes.

Every vehicle regularly used for the transportation of students must pass safety inspections in accordance with State law andIllinois Department of Transportation regulations. The strobe light on a school bus may be illuminated only when the bus isactually being used as a school bus and (1) is stopping or stopped for loading or discharging students on a highway outside anurban area, or (2) is bearing one or more students.

All contracts for charter bus services must contain the clause prescribed by State law regarding criminal background checks forbus drivers.

Operation and Use

School trucks and tractors to be operated by the maintenance staff, and any other use must be approved and scheduled by theDirector of Maintenance.

Students, unless employed by the District, are not permitted to operate school vehicles under any circumstances. This does notapply to driver education vehicles.

Pre-Trip and Post-Trip Vehicle Inspection

The Superintendent or designee shall develop and implement a pre-trip and post-trip inspection procedure to ensure that theschool bus driver: (1) tests the two-way radio or cellular radio telecommunication device and ensures that it is functioningproperly before the bus is operated, and (2) walks to the rear of the bus before leaving the bus at the end of each route, workshift, or work day, to check the bus for children or other passengers in the bus.

LEGAL REF.:

Elementary and Secondary Education Act, 20 U.S.C. §6312(c)(5)(B).

McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, 42 U.S.C. §11431 et seq.

105 ILCS 5/10-22.22 and 5/29-1 et seq.

105 ILCS 45/1-15 and /1-17.

625 ILCS 5/1-148.3a-5, 5/1-182, 5/11-1414.1, 5/12-813, 5/12-813.1, 5/12-815, 5/12-816, 5/12-821, and 5/13-109.

23 Ill.Admin.Code §§1.510 and 226.750; Part 120.

92 Ill.Admin.Code §440-3.

CROSS REF.: 4:170 (Safety), 5:100 (Staff Development Program), 5:120 (Employee Ethics; Conduct; and Conflict of Interest),5:280 (Educational Support Personnel - Duties and Qualifications), 6:140 (Education of Homeless Children), 6:170 (Title IPrograms), 7:220 (Bus Conduct)

ADOPTED: January 16, 2018

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2018-19 Regular Education Pupil Transportation Routing Information

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2018-19 Special Education Pupil Transportation Routing Information

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2018-19 Regular School Year Activity Routes

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After-School Activity Buses

Crete-Monee High School

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1 bus at 5:30 pm

Crete-Monee Middle School

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Tentative Contract

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EXHIBIT Q: (Tentative Contract)

PUPIL TRANSPORTATION SERVICES CONTRACT

THIS PUPIL TRANSPORTATION SERVICES CONTRACT, (the “Contract”) entered into this ________ day of _________, 2019 (the “Effective Date”) by and between the Board of Education of Crete-Monee School District 201-U (“Board” or “School District”), an Illinois general powers school district, whose address is 1500 Sangamon Street, Crete, Illinois, 60417 and [Insert Transportation Contractor’s Company Name] (“Contractor”), a [Insert Incorporation Type], whose address is [Insert Transportation Contractor’s Company Address]

RECITALS 1. The Board issued an Invitation for Bids and Contract for Pupil Transportation Services

dated [Insert Date].2. The Contractor submitted a response to the IFBAC dated [Insert Date] (the “BID”), to

provide all Pupil Transportation Services contemplated by the IFBAC.3. The parties now desire to enter into this Contract whereby Contractor agrees to supply all

services necessary to fulfill the requirements set forth in the IFBAC and Contractor’s BIDand the Board agrees to its obligations set forth therein. The Contractor shall perform allthe services described in the Bid and in the Contract and make any arrangements thatmay not be described, but that are necessary to perform these services. The Contractorwill provide all services throughout the term of the Contract. In addition, the Contractor willrequire all employees to follow all applicable Board policies and administrative proceduresconcerning appropriate behavior of persons in and around schools and other SchoolDistrict facilities.

4. Each party to this Contract represents and warrants to the other that: (a) it has the right,power and authority to enter into and perform its obligations under this Contract and (b) ithas taken all requisite action (corporate, statutory or otherwise) to approve execution,delivery and performance of this Contract, and (c) this Contract constitutes a legal, validand binding obligation upon itself in accordance with its terms.

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the foregoing and the mutual covenants set forth below, the Parties agree as follows:

1. THE CONTRACT(a) Incorporation of Documents By Reference.

The object of this Contract is to formalize in one document the complete agreementbetween the Parties, and to do so by specifically incorporating by reference intothis Contract, the IFBAC, Addenda to the IFBAC, if any, the BID and other relateddocuments.

2. ORDER OF PRECEDENCE.As noted above, the Contract Documents, include the following:(a) This Contract;(b) Exhibit A to This Contract - The IFBAC and Addenda (If Any); and(c) Exhibit B to This Contract - Contractor’s BID and other related documents.

To the extent that the terms and conditions of the Contract Documents are in conflict, the terms and conditions shall be interpreted in the above-referenced order from (a) to (c). Where there is no conflict between any of the terms and conditions contained in the Contract Documents, each of the Contract Documents shall have independent

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significance and be binding upon both parties.

3. CONTRACT TERMThe term of this Contract shall commence on __________ and continue through____________, unless earlier terminated by either party as otherwise expressly permittedby this Contract.

4. TERMINATED EMPLOYEESContractor is required to offer available positions pursuant to this Contract to qualifiedBoard employees whose employment was terminated because of this Contract. Whethersuch employees are qualified shall be determined by Contractor.

5. NONDISCRIMINATIONContractor agrees to comply with a policy of non-discrimination and equal employmentopportunity for all persons, and to take affirmative steps to provide equal opportunity forall persons.

Contractor agrees to fully comply with the requirements of the Illinois Human Rights Act(775 ILCS 5/1-101 et seq.) including, but not limited to, the provision of sexual harassmentpolicies and procedures pursuant to Section 2-105 of the Illinois Human Rights Act. TheContractor further agrees to comply with all federal Equal Employment Opportunity Laws,including, but not limited to, the Americans With Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. § 12101 etseq.) and rules and regulations promulgated thereunder.

6. INVOICING AND PAYMENT TERMS(a) Invoices.Contractor shall invoice the Board in monthly installments for all Pupil TransportationServices rendered under the Contract Documents. Invoices are required to be submittedto the District by the 15th of the month for the previous month’s services. Invoices shallitemize charges.

Invoices not submitted by the 15th of the month for the previous months services shall receive a 10% credit to the invoice prior to payment. The 10% credit shall remain the sole property of the School District.

For regular pupil transportation services, invoices shall be submitted to the Crete-Monee School District 201-U, Attn: Gloria O’Neill, Director of Transportation, 1500 Sangamon Street, Crete, Illinois, 60417.

For Special Education pupil transportation services, invoices shall be submitted to the Crete-Monee School District 201-U, Attn: Rachel Deck, Department of Special Education, 1500 Sangamon Street, Crete, Illinois, 60417.

(b) Additional Charges.Before rendering any services outside the scope of the Basic Pupil TransportationServices, Contractor must receive prior written approval from the School District. Invoicesfor approved Additional Services shall include the date and times the Additional Serviceswere completed, the type of Additional Services performed, the number of hours workedand the name of the School District employee who authorized the Additional Services.Invoices for Additional Services shall be separate from the regular monthly invoice but

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shall be sent to the School District together with the regular monthly invoice. Charges for these Additional Services shall be in accordance with Exhibit B; the Contractor’s accepted BID.

(c) Payments.Payment of the undisputed amounts in each invoice shall be made within (60) days ofreceipt of the invoice due to Board of Education of all expenditures and invoices prior topayment. The School District will issue one payment per month. Disputes regardingamounts contained in any invoice will be communicated to Contractor by the SchoolDistrict, in writing, within ten (10) business days of the receipt of the disputed invoice.Payments of disputed amounts will be delayed unless Contractor is able to resolve thematter to the School District’s satisfaction within ten (10) business days prior to thepayment due date. The School District will not be assessed any late payment penalties,fines or charges for disputed amounts not timely paid due to Contractor’s failure to timelyresolve the matter as set forth above. Payments on any claim shall not prevent the SchoolDistrict from making claim for adjustment on any item found not to have been inaccordance with the provisions of this Contract.

7. FINGERPRINTING AND CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKSThe Contractor will have any and all of its agents, employees or representatives who willbe on any School District premises to carry out the Pupil Transportation Servicescontemplated by the Contract Documents, fingerprinted and subjected to criminal historyand background checks through the Illinois State Police and Federal Bureau ofInvestigation, as detailed in Public Act 93-909, as amended, prior to commencing anywork under this Contract by presenting themselves, for proper fingerprinting and criminalbackgrounds checks, as directed and requested by the School District, with the assistanceof the Contractor, or provide written notification to the School District that Contractor or itsemployee(s) has previously completed fingerprinting and a criminal history andbackground check in connection with contracting or working for another school district,intermediate school district, public school academy or nonpublic school (each an“Agency”) and consents to the sharing or transferring of the appropriate fingerprinting andcriminal history background report from the other Agency. If Contractor wishes to receivea copy of any report, it shall have the employee provide written consent to the SchoolDistrict acknowledging its consent to provide Contractor with a copy of the report.Additionally, unless notified it is not subject to Illinois Public Act 93-909, the Contractorrepresents and warrants to the School District that it will at all times during the Initial Termor any Renewal Term of this Contract be in compliance with the provisions of Illinois PublicAct 93-909, including, but not limited to, reporting to the School District within three (3)business days of when it, or any of its agents, employees or representatives who will beon School District premises to carry out the Pupil Transportation Services contemplatedby the Contract Documents, is/are charged with a crime listed in Illinois School Code 105ILCS 5/10 21.9 and 105 ILSC 5/34-18.5, or a substantially similar law, and to immediatelyreport to the School District if that person is subsequently convicted, plead guilty or pleadno contest to that crime. The Contractor shall indemnify, defend and hold the SchoolDistrict, its employees, Board of Education, and each member thereof, agents andconsultants, harmless from and against any and all claims, counter-claims, suits, debts,demands, actions, judgments, liens, liabilities, costs, expenses, including actual attorneysfees and actual expert witness fees, arising out of or in connection with any violation of,or the Contractor’s failure to comply with, the requirements of Illinois Public Act 93-909,as amended, or this paragraph. The Contractor shall be responsible for all costs andexpenses associated with the above-required fingerprinting and background checks. The

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Contractor shall supply all necessary data and information, as requested by the School District, to enable the School District to properly submit Contractor and its employees and agents for inclusion in the Illinois State Board of Education’s list of “registered educational personnel.”

8. INSURANCE.The Contractor agrees that it shall at all times that the Contract remains in effect maintaininsurance coverage in the types and amounts specified in Section 11 InsuranceRequirements and all other related sections.

9. INDEMNIFICATION(a) General Indemnification.Contractor agrees to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the School District, its Boardof Education, in their official and individual capacities, administrators, employees, agents,contractors, successors and assignees, from and against any and all costs, expenses,damages, claims and liabilities, including actual attorney’s fees, arising out of the:(i) Negligent acts or willful misconduct of the Contractor, its officers, directors,

employees, successors, assignees, contractors and agents;(ii) Any breach of the terms of this Contractor;(iii) Any breach of any applicable Federal, State or local law, rule, regulation or

ordinance; or(iv) Any breach of any representation or warranty by Contractor under this Contract.

The Contractor agrees to notify the School District by certified mail, return receiptrequested, immediately upon actual knowledge of any claim, suit, action, orproceeding for which the School District may be entitled to indemnification underthis Contract. This paragraph shall survive the expiration or earlier termination ofthis Contract.

(b) Environmental Indemnification.Throughout the Initial Term, or any Renewal Term of this Contract, Contractor shallnot permit itself or any third party to use, generate, handle, store or dispose of anyHazardous Substances in, on, under, upon or affecting any School District propertyin violation of any applicable law or regulation. Without limiting any otherprovisions of the Contract Documents, Contractor shall indemnify, defend and holdharmless the School District, its Board of Education, in their official and individualcapacities, administrators, employees, agents, contractors, successors andassignees, from and against all liabilities, claims, losses, costs and expenses(specifically including, without limitation, attorneys’, engineers’, consultants’ andexperts’ fees, costs and expenses) arising from (i) any breach of anyrepresentation or warranty made in this paragraph and/or (ii) environmentalconditions or noncompliance with any applicable law or regulation that result, inthe case of Contractor, from operations or Pupil Transportation Services in orabout any School District property by Contractor or its agents or employees. Asused herein, the term “Hazardous Substances” shall mean (i) any hazardous orregulated substance as defined by all federal, state and local environmental laws,including, but not limited to, Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 USC 1251 etseq.) (“Clean Water Act”), the Resource Conservation & Recovery Act (42 USC6901 et seq.) (“RCRA”), Safe Drinking Water Act (42 USC 300f-j-26), ToxicSubstances Control Act (15 USC 2601 et seq.), Clean Air Act (42 USC 7401 etseq.); the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability

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Act (42 USC 9601 et seq.) (“CERCLA”), the Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know Act, 42 USC 11001 et seq. (“EPCRA”), the Illinois Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act the administrative rules and regulations promulgated under such statutes, or any other similar federal, state or local law or administrative rule or regulation of similar effect, each as amended and as in effect and as adopted as of the date of execution of this Lease, (ii) any other pollutant, contaminant, hazardous substance, solid waste, hazardous material, radioactive substance, toxic substance, noxious substance, hazardous waste, particulate matter, airborne or otherwise, chemical waste, medical waste, crude oil or any fraction thereof, radioactive waste, petroleum or petroleum-derived substance or waste, asbestos, PCBs, radon gas, all forms of natural gas, or any hazardous or toxic constituent of any of the foregoing, whether such substance is in liquid, solid or gaseous form, or (iii) any such substance the release, discharge or spill of which requires activity to achieve compliance with applicable law. This paragraph shall survive the expiration or earlier termination of this Contract.

10. ASSIGNMENT.This Contract and any interest herein may not be assigned or transferred, in whole or inpart, by either party without the prior written consent of the other party, and anyassignment or transfer without such consent shall be null and void.

11. NOTICESAll notices or communications required or permitted as a part of this Contract shall be inwriting, unless otherwise expressly provided in this Contract and shall be considereddelivered:

(a) Upon receipt, when personally delivered; or(b) Five (5) days after deposit in the U.S. Mail with proper postage (certified

mail, return receipt requested); or(c) Via secure email with read receipt.

Notices shall be provided at the following respective addresses, unless changed by either party:

To the School District: To the Contractor:

Crete-Monee School District 201-U Attn: Gloria O’Neill, Director of Transportation 1500 Sangamon Street Crete, IL 60417

12. TERMINATION OF CONTRACT1. If the Contractor and its drivers or employees at any time fail to comply with the

terms of this Contract, or do not fully perform and strictly adhere to any of the termshereof required to be performed, the School District may, at its discretion,terminate the contract as provided therein.

2. In the event that the School District determines that the Contractor has failed tocomply fully, perform, or strictly adhere to the Contract, then the School Districtmay at its discretion, send written notice to the Contractor indicating its intentionto declare the Contractor in default. In such notice, the School District shall statein what respect the Contractor has failed to comply with the terms of the contract,

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and will state a date upon which the contract will terminate unless the Contractor, prior to such date, cures the defect to the satisfaction of the School District.

3. Except for violations that constitute an immediate threat to the health and safety ofany person, the School District shall give the Contractor thirty (30) days writtennotice of default and the opportunity to remedy the violation. If at the end of such30-day default notice period, the Contractor has not remedied the purportedviolation, the School District may terminate this Contract as follows: (a)immediately terminate the Contract without additional written notice or, (b) enforcethe terms and conditions of the Contract, and in either event seek any availablelegal or equitable remedies and damages. The School District may finish theservices by whatever method the School District may deem expedient. Anydamages incurred by the School District as a result of any Contractor default shallbe borne by the Contractor at its sole cost and expense, shall not be payable aspart of the Contract amount, and shall be reimbursed to the School District by theContractor upon demand.

4. Notwithstanding any provision to the contrary in this Contract, obligations of theSchool District will cease immediately without penalty of further payment beingrequired if sufficient funds for this Contract are not appropriated by the IllinoisGeneral Assembly or a federal funding source, or such funds are otherwise notmade available to the School District for payments in accordance with thisContract.

5. Notwithstanding the notice period in the above paragraph, the School District mayimmediately terminate the Contract, in whole or in part, upon notice to theContractor if the School District determines that the actions, or failure to act, of theContractor, its agents, employees or subcontractors have caused, or reasonablycould cause jeopardy to health, safety, or property; or if the School Districtdetermines that the Contractor lacks the financial resources to perform under theContract.

(a) Right to Terminate on Breach.Each party shall have, in addition to all other remedies available to it, the right toterminate this Contract immediately upon written notice to the other party that theother party has committed a material breach of any of its obligations herein andsuch material breach shall not have been cured or corrected within ten (10) daysfollowing written notice of the same. For purposes of this Contract, breach mayinclude, but is not limited to, any of the following:

1. The Contractor's entry into liquidation, receivership or dissolution, its filingfor bankruptcy or insolvency, or the assignment of its assets for the benefitof its creditors;

2. The Contractor's failure to its employees, or failure to provide sufficientemployees;

3. The Contractor's disregard of applicable laws, ordinances or theinstructions of the Board;

4. The Contractor's failure to follow the BID specifications or its violation ofthe Contract Documents;

5. The Contractor's failure, for any reason, to maintain the level of servicerequired by the IFBAC; or

6. Any other failure on the part of the Contractor to perform or adhere to anyof its obligations under this Contract.

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(b) Events upon Termination.Upon termination of this Contract by either party for breach or default of the otherparty, each party shall be entitled to exercise any other right, remedy or privilegewhich may be available to it under applicable law or proceed by appropriate courtaction to enforce the terms of the Contract or to recover damages for the breachof this Contract. Upon termination of this Contract, the Contractor shall immediatelyprovide the School District with all current information and documentationregarding its service to the School District. Contractor shall immediately return allkeys, fobs and door access cards to the School District’s designee.

(c) Not withstanding anything otherwise herein contained, the School District mayterminate this Contract for any reason or no reason, with or without cause uponone-hundred and twenty (120) days advance written notice to the Contractor.Following any such termination, the Contractor shall be entitled to compensationfor services completed upon submission of invoices and proof of claim for servicesprovided under this Contract up to and including the date or termination. TheSchool District shall have the right to receive any services from the Contractorthrough the effective date of the notice of termination, and may, at its election,procure such work from other contractors as may be necessary to complete theservices.

(d) In the event Contractor is unable to provide transportation services herein specifiedbecause of any act of God, civil disturbance, fire, flood, riot, war, picketing, strike,lockout, labor dispute, loss of transportation facilities, oil or fuel shortage orembargo, governmental action or any condition or cause beyond the Contractor’scontrol, the School District shall excuse the Contractor from performance underthis Contract. Neither the Contractor nor School District shall be responsible forany losses resulting if the fulfillment of the terms of the Contract are delayed orprevented for the reasons described. The School District shall have the right totake over the operation of the transportation services if the Contractor is preventedfrom operating for the reasons described, whether such services are supplied byContractor or School District, and may operate with school employees or otherpersons, as the School District may deem appropriate until Contractor is able toresume its regular operations. The School District may cancel the Contract withoutpenalty if the Contractor’s performance does not resume within 30 days of theContractor’s interruption of services due to an Act of God.

13. INSOLVENCY.In the event the Contractor becomes insolvent or seeks the protection of the U.S.Bankruptcy Court, then at the School District’s option, this Contract may be immediatelyterminated by the School District.

14. NO WAIVER.The failure of either party to enforce at any time any of the provisions of this Contract, orthe failure to require at any time performance by the other party of any of the provisionsof this Contract, shall in no way be construed to be a present or future waiver of suchprovisions, nor in any way affect the ability of either party to enforce each and every suchprovision thereafter. No express waiver of any term, right, or condition of this Contractshall operate as a waiver of any other term, right, or condition.

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15. SEVERABILITY.If any provision or provisions of this Contract shall be held invalid, illegal or unenforceable,the validity, legality and enforceability of the remaining provisions, shall not, in any way,be affected or impaired thereby and shall remain in full force and effect.

16. GOVERNING LAW.This Contract shall be subject to and interpreted under the laws of the State of Illinois. Theapplicable law for any legal disputes arising out of this Contract shall be the law of theState of Illinois, and the forum and venue for any such disputes shall be based upon thepresence of Crete-Monee School District 201-U.

17. ENTIRE AGREEMENT.This Contract together with its attachments, constitutes the entire agreement between theparties, supersedes all previous agreements, written or oral, and there are nounderstanding, representations or warranties of any kind, express, implied or otherwise,not expressly set forth herein.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have executed this Contract on the dates affixed next to their respective names.

Crete-Monee School District 201-U

Dated: _____________________________ By: __________________________________ Board President

By: __________________________________ Board Secretary

Company Name:

Dated: ________________________________ By: __________________________________

Title:

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CRETE-MONEE SCHOOL DISTRICT 201-U

Administration Center

1500 Sangamon St. Crete, Illinois 60417 708-367-8320 PH708-672-2698 FX

www.cm201u.org

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Appendix 1:

Bid Cost Projections and Summary

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Date Completed:

Contractor:

Address:

Address 2:

City: State: Zip:

Contractor Contact:

Email Address:

Telephone (office):

Telephone (cell phone):

Name of Signer: Title:

Contractor:

Signature: Date:

Official Bid Summary Form

Summary of Proposal

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Total Estimate of 2019-20 Pupil Transporation Services:

Total Estimate of 2020-21 Pupil Transporation Services:

Total Estimate of 2021-22 Pupil Transporation Services:

Total 3-Year Estimate:

Certification

I (we) hereby certify and affirm that my (our) proposal was prepared independently for this project and that it contacins no fees or amounts other than for the legitimatre execution of this work as specified and that it includes no understanding or agreements in restraint or trade. The contractor further certifies that he (they) is not barred from bidding on teh contract as a result of a conviction for either bid-rigging or bid-rotating under Article 33E of the Criminal Code of 1961.

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Route TypeNumber of

BusesPick-up Rate Drop-Off Rate

Number of Days

Extended Price

Regular Education Route with Aide

Pre-Kindergarten; AM Session; w/ Aide 5 175 $0.00

Pre-Kindergarten; PM Session; w/ Aide 5 175 $0.00

Elementary School; Regular Education; w/ Aide 15 175 $0.00

Crete-Monee Middle School; Regular Education; w/ Aide 15 175 $0.00

Crete-Monee High School; Regular Education; w/ Aide 15 175 $0.00

$0.00

Regular Education Route without Aide

Pre-Kindergarten; AM Session; w/o Aide 5 175 $0.00

Pre-Kindergarten; PM Session; w/o Aide 5 175 $0.00

Elementary School; Regular Education; w/o Aide 15 175 $0.00

Crete-Monee Middle School; Regular Education; w/o Aide 15 175 $0.00

Crete-Monee High School; Regular Education; w/o Aide 15 175 $0.00

$0.00

Vocational Route (In/Out-of-District) with Aide

Vocational Route (In/Out-of-District) with Aide 2 175 $0.00

$0.00

Vocational Route (In/Out-of-District) without Aide

Vocational Route (In/Out-of-District) without Aide 2 175 $0.00

$0.00

Special Education Route (In-District) with Aide

Pre-Kindergarten; AM Session; w/ Aide 5 175 $0.00

Pre-Kindergarten; PM Session; w/ Aide 5 175 $0.00

Elementary School; Special Education; w/ Aide 15 175 $0.00

Crete-Monee Middle School; Special Education; w/ Aide 15 175 $0.00

Crete-Monee High School; Special Education; w/ Aide 15 175 $0.00

$0.00

Special Education Route (Out-of-District) with Aide

Special Educaiton Route (Out-of-District) with Aide 3 175 $0.00

$0.00

Route TypeNumber of

BusesMinimum Hour(s) Hourly Rate

Number of Days

Extended Price

Field Trip (In/Out-of-District)

Field Trip (In/Out-of-District); minimum hours and rate 1 1 $0.00

Field Trip (In/Out-of-District); Hourly Rate above minimum rate 1 1 1 $0.00

$0.00

Extra-Curricular Activity Trip (In/Out-of-District)

Extra Curriuclar Activity Trip (In/Out-of-District); minimum hours and rate 1 1 $0.00

Extra Curriuclar Activity Trip (In/Out-of-District); Hourly Rate above minimu 1 $1.00 1 $0.00

$0.00

$0.00

Special Education route is defined as a route having only pupils with an Individualized Education Program (IEP) with special transportation approved as a related service on the IEP Student Tracking and Reporting System (I-STAR).

Field Trip rates begin when the bus leaves the District facility to go to the destination of the field trip.

Total Estimate for Regular Education Route with Aide:

Total Estimate for Regular Education Route without Aide:

Total Estimate for Regular Education Route with Aide:

Route Pricing Detail for 2019-2020 School Year

Special Education route is defined as a route having only pupils with an Individualized Education Program (IEP) with special transportation approved as a related service on the IEP Student Tracking and Reporting System (I-STAR).

Vocational route is defined as a route that transports students to another location, either in or out of District, to provide students with matriculation in a vocational or career educational program.

Vocational route is defined as a route that transports students to another location, either in or out of District, to provide students with matriculation in a vocational or career educational program.

Total Estimate for Regular Education Route with Aide:

Total Estimate for Regular Education Route without Aide:

Total Estimate for Regular Education Route with Aide:

Total Estimate for Field Trip In/Out of District:

Total Estimate for Extra-Curricular Activity Trip In/Out of District:

Total Estimate of 2019-2020 Pupil Transportation Services:

Extra-Curricular Activity rates begin when the bus leaves the District facility to go to the destination of the activity.

Route Pricing Detail for 2019-2020 School Year

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Route TypeNumber of

BusesPick-up Rate Drop-Off Rate

Number of Days

Extended Price

Regular Education Route with Aide

Pre-Kindergarten; AM Session; w/ Aide 5 175 $0.00

Pre-Kindergarten; PM Session; w/ Aide 5 175 $0.00

Elementary School; Regular Education; w/ Aide 15 175 $0.00

Crete-Monee Middle School; Regular Education; w/ Aide 15 175 $0.00

Crete-Monee High School; Regular Education; w/ Aide 15 175 $0.00

$0.00

Regular Education Route without Aide

Pre-Kindergarten; AM Session; w/o Aide 5 175 $0.00

Pre-Kindergarten; PM Session; w/o Aide 5 175 $0.00

Elementary School; Regular Education; w/o Aide 15 175 $0.00

Crete-Monee Middle School; Regular Education; w/o Aide 15 175 $0.00

Crete-Monee High School; Regular Education; w/o Aide 15 175 $0.00

$0.00

Vocational Route (In/Out-of-District) with Aide

Vocational Route (In/Out-of-District) with Aide 2 175 $0.00

$0.00

Vocational Route (In/Out-of-District) without Aide

Vocational Route (In/Out-of-District) without Aide 2 175 $0.00

$0.00

Special Education Route (In-District) with Aide

Pre-Kindergarten; AM Session; w/ Aide 5 175 $0.00

Pre-Kindergarten; PM Session; w/ Aide 5 175 $0.00

Elementary School; Special Education; w/ Aide 15 175 $0.00

Crete-Monee Middle School; Special Education; w/ Aide 15 175 $0.00

Crete-Monee High School; Special Education; w/ Aide 15 175 $0.00

$0.00

Special Education Route (Out-of-District) with Aide

Special Educaiton Route (Out-of-District) with Aide 3 175 $0.00

$0.00

Route TypeNumber of

BusesMinimum Hour(s) Hourly Rate

Number of Days

Extended Price

Field Trip (In/Out-of-District)

Field Trip (In/Out-of-District); minimum hours and rate 1 1 $0.00

Field Trip (In/Out-of-District); Hourly Rate above minimum rate 1 1 1 $0.00

$0.00

Extra-Curricular Activity Trip (In/Out-of-District)

Extra Curriuclar Activity Trip (In/Out-of-District); minimum hours and rate 1 1 $0.00

Extra Curriuclar Activity Trip (In/Out-of-District); Hourly Rate above minim 1 $1.00 1 $0.00

$0.00

$0.00

Vocational route is defined as a route that transports students to another location, either in or out of District, to provide students with matriculation in a vocational or career educational program.

Total Estimate for Regular Education Route without Aide:

Total Estimate for Field Trip In/Out of District:

Special Education route is defined as a route having only pupils with an Individualized Education Program (IEP) with special transportation approved as a related service on the IEP Student Tracking and Reporting System (I-STAR).

Total Estimate for Regular Education Route with Aide:

Route Pricing Detail for 2020-2021 School Year

Total Estimate for Regular Education Route with Aide:

Total Estimate for Regular Education Route without Aide:

Vocational route is defined as a route that transports students to another location, either in or out of District, to provide students with matriculation in a vocational or career educational program.

Total Estimate for Regular Education Route with Aide:

Extra-Curricular Activity rates begin when the bus leaves the District facility to go to the destination of the activity.

Total Estimate for Extra-Curricular Activity Trip In/Out of District:

Total Estimate of 2020-2021 Pupil Transportation Services:

Special Education route is defined as a route having only pupils with an Individualized Education Program (IEP) with special transportation approved as a related service on the IEP Student Tracking and Reporting System (I-STAR).

Total Estimate for Regular Education Route with Aide:

Route Pricing Detail for 2020-2021 School Year

Field Trip rates begin when the bus leaves the District facility to go to the destination of the field trip.

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Route TypeNumber of

BusesPick-up Rate Drop-Off Rate

Number of Days

Extended Price

Regular Education Route with Aide

Pre-Kindergarten; AM Session; w/ Aide 5 175 $0.00

Pre-Kindergarten; PM Session; w/ Aide 5 175 $0.00

Elementary School; Regular Education; w/ Aide 15 175 $0.00

Crete-Monee Middle School; Regular Education; w/ Aide 15 175 $0.00

Crete-Monee High School; Regular Education; w/ Aide 15 175 $0.00

$0.00

Regular Education Route without Aide

Pre-Kindergarten; AM Session; w/o Aide 5 175 $0.00

Pre-Kindergarten; PM Session; w/o Aide 5 175 $0.00

Elementary School; Regular Education; w/o Aide 15 175 $0.00

Crete-Monee Middle School; Regular Education; w/o Aide 15 175 $0.00

Crete-Monee High School; Regular Education; w/o Aide 15 175 $0.00

$0.00

Vocational Route (In/Out-of-District) with Aide

Vocational Route (In/Out-of-District) with Aide 2 175 $0.00

$0.00

Vocational Route (In/Out-of-District) without Aide

Vocational Route (In/Out-of-District) without Aide 2 175 $0.00

$0.00

Special Education Route (In-District) with Aide

Pre-Kindergarten; AM Session; w/ Aide 5 175 $0.00

Pre-Kindergarten; PM Session; w/ Aide 5 175 $0.00

Elementary School; Special Education; w/ Aide 15 175 $0.00

Crete-Monee Middle School; Special Education; w/ Aide 15 175 $0.00

Crete-Monee High School; Special Education; w/ Aide 15 175 $0.00

$0.00

Special Education Route (Out-of-District) with Aide

Special Educaiton Route (Out-of-District) with Aide 3 175 $0.00

$0.00

Route TypeNumber of

BusesMinimum Hour(s) Hourly Rate

Number of Days

Extended Price

Field Trip (In/Out-of-District)

Field Trip (In/Out-of-District); minimum hours and rate 1 1 $0.00

Field Trip (In/Out-of-District); Hourly Rate above minimum rate 1 1 1 $0.00

$0.00

Extra-Curricular Activity Trip (In/Out-of-District)

Extra Curriuclar Activity Trip (In/Out-of-District); minimum hours and rate 1 1 $0.00

Extra Curriuclar Activity Trip (In/Out-of-District); Hourly Rate above minimu 1 $1.00 1 $0.00

$0.00

$0.00

Vocational route is defined as a route that transports students to another location, either in or out of District, to provide students with matriculation in a vocational or career educational program.

Total Estimate for Regular Education Route without Aide:

Total Estimate for Field Trip In/Out of District:

Special Education route is defined as a route having only pupils with an Individualized Education Program (IEP) with special transportation approved as a related service on the IEP Student Tracking and Reporting System (I-STAR).

Total Estimate for Regular Education Route with Aide:

Route Pricing Detail for 2021-2022 School Year

Total Estimate for Regular Education Route with Aide:

Total Estimate for Regular Education Route without Aide:

Vocational route is defined as a route that transports students to another location, either in or out of District, to provide students with matriculation in a vocational or career educational program.

Total Estimate for Regular Education Route with Aide:

Extra-Curricular Activity rates begin when the bus leaves the District facility to go to the destination of the activity.

Total Estimate for Extra-Curricular Activity Trip In/Out of District:

Total Estimate of 2021-2022 Pupil Transportation Services:

Special Education route is defined as a route having only pupils with an Individualized Education Program (IEP) with special transportation approved as a related service on the IEP Student Tracking and Reporting System (I-STAR).

Total Estimate for Regular Education Route with Aide:

Route Pricing Detail for 2021-2022 School Year

Field Trip rates begin when the bus leaves the District facility to go to the destination of the field trip.

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CRETE-MONEE SCHOOL DISTRICT 201-U

Administration Center

1500 Sangamon St. Crete, Illinois 60417 708-367-8320 PH708-672-2698 FX

www.cm201u.org

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Appendix 2:

Contractor Certifications

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Bid-Rigging Certification

________________________________________________________________, a duly (Agent)

authorized agent of _____________________________________________________, (Contractor)

do hereby certify that neither ______________________________________________, (Contractor)

nor any individual presently affiliated with ____________________________________ (Contractor)

_______________________, has been barred from bidding on a public contract as a

result of a violation of either Section 33E-3 (bid-rigging) or Section 33E-4 (bid rotating)

of the Illinois Criminal Code, contained in Chapter 38 of the Illinois Revised Statutes.

_____________________________________ Authorized Agent

_____________________________________ Contractor

Appendix 2: Contractor Certifications

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ISBE Division of Nutrition Programs April, 2012

CERTIFICATE OF INDEPENDENT BID DETERMINATION

I, the undersigned, in submitting the accompanying bid, do hereby make the following statements that I certify on behalf of the bidder to be true and complete in every respect:

1) I have read and I understand the contents of this Certificate;2) I am authorized by the bidder to sign this Certificate, and to submit the accompanying bid, on

behalf of the bidder;3) Each person whose signature appears on the accompanying bid has been authorized by the

bidder to determine the terms of, and to sign, the bid, on behalf of the bidder;4) For the purposes of this Certificate and the accompanying bid, I understand that the word

“competitor” shall include any individual or organization, other than the bidder, whether or notaffiliated with the bidder, who;• has been requested to submit a bid in response to this invitation for bids;• could potentially submit a bid in response to this invitation for bids, based on their

qualifications, abilities or experience;5) The bidder discloses that [check one of the following, as applicable]:

___(a) the bidder has arrived at the accompanying bid independently from, and without consultation, communication, agreement or arrangement with, any competitor; ___(b) the bidder has entered into consultations, communications, agreements or arrangements with one or more competitors regarding this invitation for bids, and the supplier/bidder discloses, in the attached document(s), complete details thereof, including the names of the competitors and the nature of, and reasons for, such consultations, communications, agreements or arrangements;

6) Without limiting the generality of paragraphs (5)(a) or (5)(b) above, there has been noconsultation, communication, agreement or arrangement by or on behalf of the bidder with anycompetitor regarding:• prices;• methods, factors or formulas used to calculate prices;• the intention or decision to submit, or not to submit, a bid; or• the submission of a bid which does not meet the specifications of the invitation for bids;

except as specifically disclosed pursuant to paragraph (5)(b) above;7) In addition, there has been no consultation, communication, agreement or arrangement with any

competitor by or on behalf of the bidder regarding the quality, quantity, specifications or deliveryparticulars of the products or services to which this invitation for bids relates, except asspecifically authorized by the procuring authority or as specifically disclosed pursuant toparagraph (5)(b) above;

8) The terms of the accompanying bid have not been, and will not be, knowingly disclosed by thebidder, directly or indirectly, to any competitor, prior to the date and time of the official bidopening, or of the awarding of the contract, whichever comes first, unless otherwise required bylaw or as specifically disclosed pursuant to paragraph (5)(b) above; and,

9) I understand that the accompanying bid will be disqualified if this certification is found not to betrue and complete in every respect.

________________________________________________ Signature of Authorized Agent Date

________________________________________________ Printed Name

________________________________________________ Title

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ILLINOIS STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION100 North First Street

Springfield, IL 62777-0001

CERTIFICATION REGARDING DEBARMENT, SUSPENSION, INELIGIBILITY, AND VOLUNTARY EXCLUSIONLOWER TIER COVERED TRANSACTIONS

This certification is required by the regulations implementing Executive Orders 12549 and 12689, Debarment and Suspension, 2 CFR 417 Subpart C Responsibilities of Participants Regarding Transactions. The regulations were published in the May 25, 2010 Federal Register (pages 29183-29189). Copies of the regulations may be obtained by contacting the Illinois State Board of Education.

BEFORE COMPLETING CERTIFICATION, READ INSTRUCTIONS BELOW.CERTIFICATION

The prospective lower tier participant certifies, by submission of this Certification, that:(1) Neither it nor its principals are presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded

from participation in this transaction by any Federal department or agency;(2) It will provide immediate written notice to whom this Certification is submitted if at any time the prospective lower tier participant

learns its certification was erroneous when submitted or has become erroneous by reason of changed circumstances;(3) It shall not knowingly enter any lower tier covered transaction with a person who is debarred, suspended, declared ineligible,

or voluntarily excluded from participation in this covered transaction, unless authorized by the department or agency with whichthis transaction originated;

(4) It will include the clause titled Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility, and Voluntary Exclusion—Lower TierCovered Transactions, without modification, in all lower tier covered transactions and in all solicitations for lower tier coveredtransactions;

(5) The certifications herein are a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this transaction was enteredinto; and

(6) Where the prospective lower tier participant is unable to certify to any of the statements in this certification, such prospectiveparticipant shall attach an explanation to this Certification.

____________________________________________________Organization Name

____________________________________________________PR/Award Number or Project Name

____________________________________________________Name of Authorized Representative

___________________________________________________Title

____________________________________________________Original Signature of Authorized Representative

____________________________________________________ Date

Instructions for Certification

1. By signing and submitting this Certification, the prospective lower tier participant is providing the certifications set out herein.2. If it is later determined that the prospective lower tier participant knowingly rendered an erroneous certification, in addition to other

remedies available to the Federal government, the department or agency with which this transaction originated may pursue allavailable remedies, including suspension and/or debarment.

3. Except for transactions authorized under paragraph 3 above, if a participant in a covered transaction knowingly enters into alower tier covered transaction with a person who is suspended, debarred, ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participationin this transaction, in addition to other remedies available to the Federal government, the department or agency with which thistransaction originated may pursue all available remedies, including suspension and/or debarment.

4. The terms covered transaction, debarred, suspended, ineligible, lower tier covered transaction, participant, person, primarycovered transaction, principal, proposal, and voluntarily excluded, as used herein, have the meanings set out in the Definitionsand Coverage sections of the rules implementing Executive Order 12549 and Executive Order 12689. You may contact the personto which this Certification is submitted for assistance in obtaining a copy of those regulations.

5. A participant in a covered transaction may rely upon a certification of a prospective participant in a lower tier covered transactionthat it is not debarred, suspended, ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from the covered transaction, unless it knows the certificationis erroneous. A participant may decide the method and frequency by which it determines the eligibility of its principals. Eachparticipant may, but is not required to, check the “GSA Excluded Parties List System” at http://epls.arnet.gov/.

6. Nothing contained in the foregoing shall be construed to require establishment of a system of records in order to render in goodfaith the certification required herein. The knowledge and information of a participant is not required to exceed that which isnormally possessed by a prudent person in the ordinary course of business dealings.

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ILLINOIS STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION100 North First Street

Springfield, IL 62777-0001

CERTIFICATE REGARDING LOBBYING

The undersigned certifies, to the best of his or her knowledge and belief, that:

(1) No Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid, by or on behalf of the undersigned, to any person for influencingor attempting to influence an officer or employee of an agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress,or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with the awarding of any Federal contract, the making of any Federalgrant, the making of any Federal loan, the entering into any cooperative agreement, and the extension, continuation, renewal,amendment, or modification of any Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement.

(2) If any funds other than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any person for influencing or attempting toinfluence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employeeof a Member of Congress in connection with this Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement, the undersignedshall complete and submit ISBE 85-37, “Disclosure of Lobbying Activities,” in accordance with its instructions.

(3) The undersigned shall require that the language of this certification be included in the award documents for all subawardsat all tiers (including subcontracts, subgrants, and contracts under grants, loans, and cooperative agreements) and that allsubrecipients shall certify and disclose accordingly.

This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this transaction was made or entered into. Submission of this certification is a prerequisite for making or entering into this transaction imposed by Section 1352, Title 31, U.S. Code. Any person who fails to file the required certification shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than $10,000 and not more than $100,000 for each such failure.

____________________________________________________Organization Name

____________________________________________________PR/Award Number or Project Name

____________________________________________________Name of Authorized Representative

___________________________________________________Title

____________________________________________________Original Signature of Authorized Representative

____________________________________________________ Date

ISBE 85-36 (3/12)

Only change was moving up the signature area.

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ILLINOIS STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION100 North First Street

Springfield, IL 62777-0001

DISCLOSURE OF LOBBYING ACTIVITIES

Directions: Complete this form to disclose lobbying activities pursuant to 31 U.S.C. 1352. (See reverse for public burden disclosure.)

1. TYPE OF FEDERAL ACTION

a. Contract b. Grant c. Cooperative agreement d. Loan e. Loan guarantee f. Loan insurance

2. STATUS OF FEDERAL ACTION

a. Bid/offer/application b. Initial award c. Post-award

3. REPORT TYPE

a. Initial filing b. Material change For material change only: ________ Year ________ Quarter ________ Date of last report

4. NAME AND ADDRESS OF REPORTING ENTITY

Prime Subawardee, Tier ________, if known _____________ Congressional District, if known

5. IF REPORTING ENTITY IN NO. 4 IS SUBAWARDEE, ENTER NAME AND ADDRESS OF PRIME

_____________Congressional District, if known

6. FEDERAL DEPARTMENT/AGENCY

7. FEDERAL PROGRAM NAME/DESCRIPTION

_______________ CFDA Number, if applicable

8. FEDERAL ACTION NUMBER, if known 9. AWARD AMOUNT, if known

$ ________________________________

10a. NAME AND ADDRESS OF LOBBYING ENTITY (If individual, last name, first name, MI)

b. INDIVIDUALS PERFORMING SERVICES(Including address if different from No. 10a) (last name, first name, MI)

(Attach Continuation Sheet(s) ISBE 85-37A, if necessary)11. AMOUNT OF PAYMENT (check all that apply)

$ ____________________ Actual Planned

12. FORM OF PAYMENT (check all that apply)

a. Cash b. In-kind; specify: nature _________________________ value _________________________

13. TYPE OF PAYMENT (check all that apply)

a. Retainer b. One-time fee c. Commission

d. Contingent fee e. Deferred f. Other, specify _________________________

14. Brief description of services performed or to be performed and date(s) of service, including officer(s), employee(s), or member(s) contacted, forpayment indicated in item 11.

15. YES NO CONTINUATION SHEET(S), ISBE 85-37A ATTACHED

16.Information requested through this form is authorized by title 31 U.S.C. Section 1352. This disclosure of lobbying activities is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed by the tier above when this transaction was made or entered into. This disclosure is required pursuant to 31 U.S.C. 1352. This information will be reported to the Congress semi-annually and will be available for public inspection. Any person who fails to file the required disclosure shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than $10,000 and not more than $100,000 for each such failure.

ORIGINAL SIGNATURE

PRINT NAME OR TYPE

TITLE

TELEPHONE NUMBER DATE

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ATTACHMENT 9B

INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETION OF ISBE 85-37, DISCLOSURE OF LOBBYING ACTIVITIES

This disclosure form shall be completed by the reporting entity, whether subawardee or prime Federal recipient, at the initiation or receipt of a covered Federal action, or a material change to a previous filing, pursuant to title 31 U.S.C. Section 1352. The filing of a form is required for each payment or agreement to make payment to any lobbying entity for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with a covered Federal action. Use the ISBE 85-37A Continuation Sheet for additional information if the space on the form is inadequate. Complete all items that apply for both the initial filing and material change report. Refer to the implementing guidance published by the Office of Management and Budget for additional information.

1. Identify the type of covered Federal action for which lobbying activity is and/or has been secured to influence the outcome ofa covered Federal action.

2. Identify the status of the covered Federal action.3. Identify the appropriate classification of this report. If this is a followup report caused by a material change to the information

previously reported, enter the year and quarter in which the change occurred. Enter the date of the last previously submittedreport by this reporting entity for this covered Federal action.

4. Enter the full name, address, city, state and zip code of the reporting entity. Include Congressional District, if known. Checkthe appropriate classification of the reporting entity that designates if it is, or expects to be, a prime or subaward recipient.Identify the tier of the subawardee, e.g., the first subawardee of the prime is the 1st tier. Subawards include but are not limitedto subcontracts, subgrants and contract awards under grants.

5. If the organization filing the report in item 4 checks ‘‘Subawardee’’, then enter the full name, address, city, state and zip codeof the prime Federal recipient. Include Congressional District, if known.

6. Enter the name of the Federal agency making the award or loan commitment. Include at least one organizational level belowagency name, if known. For example, Department of Transportation, United States Coast Guard.

7. Enter the Federal program name or description for the covered Federal action (item 1). If known, enter the full Catalog ofFederal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) number for grants, cooperative agreements, loans, and loan commitments.

8. Enter the most appropriate Federal identifying number available for the Federal action identified in item 1 (e.g., Request forProposal (RFP) number; Invitation for Bid (IFB) number; grant announcement number; the contract, grant, or loan awardnumber; the application/proposal control number assigned by the Federal agency). Include prefixes, e.g., ‘‘RFP-DE-90-001’’.

9. For a covered Federal action where there has been an award or loan commitment by the Federal agency, enter the Federalamount of the award/loan commitment for the prime entity identified in item 4 or 5.

10. (a) Enter the full name, address, city, state and zip code of the lobbying entity engaged by the reporting entity identified initem 4 to influence the covered Federal action.

(b) Enter the full names of the individual(s) performing services, and include full address if different from 10(a). Enter LastName, First Name, and Middle Initial(MI).

11. Enter the amount of compensation paid or reasonably expected to be paid by the reporting entity (item 4) to the lobbying entity(item 10). Indicate whether the payment has been made (actual) or will be made (planned). Check all boxes that apply. If thisis a material change report, enter the cumulative amount of payment made or planned to be made.

12. Check the appropriate box(es). Check all boxes that apply. If payment is made through an in-kind contribution, specify thenature and value of the in-kind payment.

13. Check the appropriate box(es). Check all boxes that apply. If other, specify nature.14. Provide a specific and detailed description of the services that the lobbyist has performed, or will be expected to perform, and

the date(s) of any services rendered. Include all preparatory and related activity, not just time spent in actual contact with Federalofficials. Identify the Federal official(s) or employee(s) contacted or the officer(s), employee(s), or Member(s) of Congress thatwere contacted.

15. Check whether or not an ISBE 85-37A Continuation Sheet(s) is attached.16. The certifying official shall sign and date the form, print his/her name, title, and telephone number.

Public reporting burden for this collection of information is estimated to average 30 minutes per response, including time for reviewing instructions, searching existing data sources, gathering and maintaining the data needed, and completing and reviewing the collection of information. Send comments regarding the burden estimate or any other aspect of this collection of information, including suggestions for reducing this burden, to the Office of Management and Budget, Paperwork Reduction Project (0348-0046), Washington, D.C. 20503.

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ATTACHMENT 9C

ILLINOIS STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION100 North First Street

Springfield, Illinois 62777-0001

CONTINUATION SHEETDISCLOSURE OF LOBBYING ACTIVITIES

REPORTING ENTITY

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Mr. Ken Surma Assistant Superintendent

of Business/CSBO

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CRETE-MONEE SCHOOL DISTRICT 201-U

Administration Center

1500 Sangamon St. Crete, Illinois 60417 708-367-8320 PH708-672-2698 FX

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Additional Contractor Certifications

Sexual Harassment

The undersigned Contractor agrees that he/she/it and his/her/its employees and subcontractors will abide by the Board's sexual harassment policy.

Print Name

Signature Date

Contractor

No Smoking/Tobacco

The undersigned Contractor agrees that he/she/it and his/her/its employees and subcontractors will abide by the Board's no smoking/tobacco policy on all District sites.

Print Name

Signature Date

Contractor

Drug Free Workplace

The undersigned Contractor, having twenty-five (25) employees or more, does hereby certify pursuant to Section 3 of the Illinois Drug Free Workplace Act (30 ILCS 580/3) that he/she/it shall provide a drug free workplace for all employees engaged in the performance of work under the contract by complying with the requirements of the Illinois Drug Free Workplace Act and further certifies that he/she/it is not ineligible for award of this contract by reason of debarment for a violation of the Illinois Drug Free Workplace Act.

Print Name

Signature Date

Contractor

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CRETE-MONEE SCHOOL DISTRICT 201-U

Administration Center

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Appendix 3:

Contractor Background Quesstionaire

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Appendix 3: Contractor Background Information

This information must be completed in its entirety from every bidder responding to this Invitation for Bid and Contract.

Contract Name:

Address:

Contact:

Telephone Number:

Email Address:

Fax Number:

Is your company wholly-owned? If not, identify parent company:

Gross sales from last fiscal year:

Total number of pupil transportation services contracts

in Cook and Will counties:

Total number of pupil transportation services contracts

in Illinois:

Total number of K-12 pupil transportation services contracts:

Average on-site employee turnover rate:

Average years of service per on-site employee:

Closest support facility:

Where is your company headquarters located:

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CRETE-MONEE SCHOOL DISTRICT 201-U

Administration Center

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Is your company an equal opportunity employer?

How many total employees does your company have?

Company annual revenue for fiscal year 2016:

Company annual revenue for fiscal year 2017:

Company annual revenue for fiscal year 2018:

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CRETE-MONEE SCHOOL DISTRICT 201-U

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Appendix 4:

References

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Mr. Ken Surma Assistant Superintendent

of Business/CSBO

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Appendix 4: References

Please list at least four (4) references. School Districts are preferred

School District Address

Contact Contact’s Title

Phone Number Email Address

School District Address

Contact Contact’s Title

Phone Number Email Address

School District Address

Contact Contact’s Title

Phone Number Email Address

School District Address

Contact Contact’s Title

Phone Number Email Address

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CRETE-MONEE SCHOOL DISTRICT 201-U

Administration Center

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Appendix 5:

Certification of Compliance with the Requirements of Section 10.22.34c of the

School Code

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Appendix 5: Certification of Compliance with the Requirements of Section 10-22-34c of the School Code

The Contractor hereby certifies that:

A. For all services performed and employees hired under the Pupil Transportation Services Contract, the Contractor agrees to provide liability insurance in scope and amount equivalent to the liability insurance provided by the Board pursuant to Section 10-22.3 of the Illinois School Code;

B. Contractor has included in its Bid evidence of liability insurance in scope and amount equivalent to the liability insurance provided by the Board pursuant to Section 10-22.3 of the Illinois School Code;

C. Contractor shall provide a benefits package for its employees, who will perform the pupil transportationservices, comparable to the benefits package provided to the Board's employees who perform those services;

D. Contractor has included in its Bid a list of the number of employees who will provide the pupil transportation services, the job classifications of those employees, and the wages the Contractor will paythose employees;

E. Contractor has provided a minimum 3-year cost projection for each and every expenditure category and account for performing the requested pupil transportation services, using generally accepted accounting principles, which the Contractor is prohibited from increasing if its bid is accepted by the Board;

F. Contractor has included in its Bid composite information about the criminal and disciplinary records, including alcohol or other substance abuse, Department of Children and Family Services complaints and investigations, traffic violations, and license revocations or any other licensure problems, of any employees who may perform the pupil transportation services and that the individual names and other identifying information of employees are available upon request of the Board;

G. Contractor has executed and included in its Bid affidavit, in the form set forth in Appendix 6, and notarized, by the president or chief executive officer of Contractor, that each of its employees completed a criminal background check as required by Section 10-21.9 of the School Code within 3 months prior to submission of the Bid and the results of such background checks will be made available upon request of the Board;

H. Contractor agrees that the Pupil Transportation Services Contract will include and Contractor will comply with a provision requiring the Contractor to offer available positions pursuant to the Pupil Transportation Services Contract to qualified School District employees whose employment is terminated because of said Contract; and

I. Contractor agrees that the Pupil Transportation Services Contract will include and Contractor will comply with a provision requiring the Contractor to comply with a policy of nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity for all persons and to take affirmative steps to provide equal opportunity for all persons.

Print Name

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Contractor

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Appendix 6:

Criminal Background Check Affadavit

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Appendix 6: Criminal Background Affidavit

STATE OF ILLINOIS ) ) SS

COUNTYOF ________ __ )

Now comes _________________________________, ______________________________________ Name Title

of __________________________________________ ,being first duly sworn on oath, and states that each of its employees have completed a criminal background check as required by Section 10-21.9 of the School Code within three (3) months prior to submission of the Bid, the results of which are available upon request of the Board of Education of Crete-Monee School District 201-U.

_______________________________________________ Signature

_______________________________________________ Contractor

SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN to before me on this _______day of ___________________________, 20_____.

_________________________________________________ Notary Public

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Appendix 7:

Compliance with School Safety Initiative Legislation Affidavit

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Appendix 7: School Safety Legislation Affidavit

This affidavit set forth below must be executed on behalf of the bidder and furnished with every bid The Board of Education will not accept this bid without completed, signed and notarized form.

STATE OF ILLINOIS

COUNTY OF _________________

Tax ID # ____________________

__________________________________________, being duly sworn, deposes and says that he/she is the “bidder,” which has submitted to Crete-Monee School District 201-U a Bid to provide Pupil Transportation Services and warrants and represents that any and all persons who will work directly or indirectly for the Bidder, including, but not limited to, Bidder's employees, agents, vendors, subcontractors or consultants, and who will work at or on any School District property, shall at all times be in compliance with "Sex Offenders Registration Act 730 ILCS 150 and have not been convicted of any "listed offenses.'" In this regard, Bidder agrees, without limitation, to report within three (3) business days to the School District when any such person is charged with a crime listed in Sex Offenders Registration Act 730 ILCS 150 or a substantially similar law, and to immediately report to the School District if that person is subsequently convicted, pleads guilty or pleads no contest to that crime. Bidder further agrees that it will require any and all persons who will work directly or indirectly for the Bidder in the furtherance of this bid to present themselves for fingerprinting to permit criminal history and criminal background checks to satisfy the legal provisions cited in this paragraph. Bidder will bear the full cost of any such fingerprinting.

_______________________________________________ Signature

On this ______ day ___________________, 2019, before me, a Notary Public, in and for the above-referenced county, personally appeared who made oath that he/she has read the foregoing Compliance with Affidavit, by him/her signed and that the contents thereof are true, except as to those matters stated therein to be based on information and belief, and as to those matters, he believes same to be true.

_________________________________________________ Notary Public

State of Illinois, County of _____________________________

My Commission Expires: ______________________________

Acting in the County of _______________________________

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