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Weymouth drivers and union urge committee to scrutinize low NRT bid for student bus contract
Summary
Staff told the Budget Subcommittee that two bidders—incumbent First Student and NRT—responded to an IFB for home-to-school transportation and that the procurement team is performing expanded due diligence before an anticipated award by May 13. Drivers and the Teamsters urged protections for local employees and warned that a low bid could harm service and safety.
Weymouth's Budget Subcommittee heard a full public airing of concerns about the district's upcoming student-transportation contract after staff revealed the Invitation for Bids (IFB) produced two responsive bidders for the first time in recent memory.
Brian told the committee that the district’s five-year contract with First Student expires June 30 and that the IFB opened with two responses: First Student and NRT. The procurement team led by Alyssa is conducting a more extensive-than-usual review of references and operational plans; staff said the award will follow Massachusetts procurement law (Chapter 30B) and is planned for May 13 after checks for responsiveness and responsibility.
Why it matters: the choice of vendor affects daily routes, safety equipment and the local workforce. Staff said the IFB requires buses no older than five years…
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