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School committee approves RFP to explore contracting bus services
Summary
After concerns about driver vacancies, the committee authorized administration to develop and issue a request for proposals to assess options for school bus service.
The Westminster School Committee voted Jan. 28 to authorize district staff to develop and issue a request for proposals to explore contracting school bus services, citing persistent driver vacancies.
"I had requested this just be on the agenda. I think it's time that we at least take a look at putting out an RFP to see where we stand with the buses," School Committee member Mr. Kennedy said, asking the committee to consider outside options. Committee members then moved and seconded the proposal, and the chair called for the vote. "All members in favor?" the chair asked; members answered, "Aye," and no opposition was voiced.
Why it matters: district officials said that ongoing open driver positions have strained existing transportation runs and that an RFP would give the administration a clearer view of market options and costs before any contracting decisions.
Implementation: committee members agreed the district will work with the purchasing agent to draft and issue the RFP. No contract award was made at the meeting; the decision to solicit proposals was a directive for staff work.
