Soccer Charter

Background

Tennessee Tech University, through its Department of Athletics, is seeking bids from qualified charter companies to provide transportation services for its Soccer team and related personnel. The goal of this contract is to ensure safe and reliable charter services for the team's travel needs during the upcoming season.

Work Details

The contractor will provide one 56-passenger bus and driver for various trips throughout the season. The trips include: 1. Coastal Carolina University - Conway, SC (August 3-7, 2026) 2. Austin Peay State University - Clarksville, TN (August 16, 2026) 3. University of North Alabama - Florence, AL (August 23, 2026) 4. Vanderbilt University - Nashville, TN (September 3, 2026) 5. Lipscomb University - Nashville, TN (September 6, 2026) 6. East Tennessee State University - Johnson City, TN (September 25, 2026) 7. University of North Carolina at Greensboro - Greensboro, NC (September 30-October 1, 2026) 8. Mercer University - Macon, GA (October 8-9, 2026) 9. Samford University - Homewood, AL (October 17-18, 2026) 10. Western Carolina University - Cullowhee, NC (October 29, 2026) 11. Possible Southern Conference Tournament games from November 5-7 and November 12-15 with various potential destinations depending on team performance. All bids must include travel costs, drivers' fees, fuel expenses, layover charges if applicable, and any other costs associated with the use of the bus.

Period of Performance

The contract will commence upon award and will cover the travel dates specified for the soccer season from August to November in the year 2026.

Place of Performance

The primary place of performance will be Cookeville, TN for departures and various universities across Tennessee and neighboring states for arrivals.

Bidder Requirements

Bidders must register as a supplier/contractor with Tennessee Tech University and provide proof of insurance with minimum coverage limits of $5 million for automobile liability and $2 million for general liability. Bidders must also comply with all ICC and DOT regulations regarding driving safety and provide documentation of satisfactory FMCSR Carrier Safety Rating.