Prequalification Scheme: Assisted School Travel Program (ASTP)

### 🚌 Assisted School Travel Program (ASTP) Prequalification Scheme The **NSW Department of Education** is inviting applications for the **Assisted School Travel Program (ASTP) Prequalification Scheme (SCM100001)**. This scheme establishes a panel of qualified transport providers to support the safe and professional transportation of students with disabilities across New South Wales. #### 📋 Scope and Requirements Successful applicants will be responsible for providing transport services between home and school or other designated locations. Key requirements include: * **Operational Excellence:** Maintaining high standards of professionalism, duty of care, and welfare for students. * **Compliance:** Mandatory adherence to Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) obligations, Working With Children Checks, and National Police Checks for all personnel. * **Insurance:** Evidence of $20 million Public Liability insurance and valid Workers' Compensation. * **Management Capacity:** Demonstrated systems for fleet management, HR, electronic data, and communication. * **Financial Viability:** A verified letter from an independent public practicing accountant confirming financial capacity. #### 🚀 Desired Outcomes This prequalification is essential for businesses seeking to provide transport services to the Department. Please note that inclusion in the scheme does not guarantee the award of specific transport contracts; services are offered based on student needs and provider capability within specific transport areas. #### 🔍 Keywords #ASTP #NSWDepartmentOfEducation #StudentTransport #DisabilitySupport #Prequalification #TransportServices #GovernmentTender #NSWProcurement