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The Memphis Area Transit Authority (MATA) is seeking proposals for the development of a comprehensive, FTA-compliant Transit Asset Management (TAM) plan. This plan will support MATA's strategic goals, operational needs, and regulatory obligations, including assessing current assets, evaluating management practices, and producing a data-driven plan with performance targets, lifecycle management strategies, risk-based prioritization, and investment recommendations. The project aims to ensure compliance with 49 CFR 625, enhance asset stewardship, and provide a framework for decision-making and capital planning. The RFP outlines a phased approach for the scope of work, including evaluating existing conditions, performing asset condition assessments, developing prioritization and investment plans, integrating safety, risk, and security, and establishing monitoring and evaluation processes. Proposals are due by June 1, 2026. A pre-proposal conference will be held on May 12, 2026. Questions regarding the RFP must be submitted in writing by May 14, 2026. The evaluation criteria will consider project comprehension, methodology, technical approach, firm qualifications, and price proposal.
The bid notice states that proposals must be received at MATA by June 1, 2026, at 11:00 a. m. C. S. T.
The bid notice states that payment for the specified items shall be net thirty (30) days after acceptance. Proposers should note any discounts for payment before thirty (30) days.
The bid notice states that the contract will be awarded to the responsible proposer whose proposal is most advantageous to MATA as determined by ranking on the evaluation criteria.
The bid notice requires proposers to provide personal qualifications and related experience, including resumes for personnel expected to be utilized, and firm qualifications and experience, summarizing the firm's expertise in providing the types of services identified in the scope of work.
The bid notice mentions that 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.
A pre-proposal meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 10:00 a. m. at 40 S. Main Street, Suite ****, Memphis, TN **** at the meeting is not required, but MATA highly recommends any proposed contractors to attend.
The bid notice states that protests may be made by prospective proposers whose direct economic interest would be affected by the award of a contract, or by failure to award a contract. All protests are to be submitted in writing to the contracting officer, Memphis Area Transit Authority, **** Levee Road, Memphis, TN ****.
