This Request for Proposals (RFP) from the City of Nashua seeks qualified transportation providers for fixed route and paratransit services. Proposals must be submitted electronically via Bonfire by April 21, 2026. Key responsibilities for the contractor include dispatch, customer service, vehicle inspections, safety training, and compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. The contract duration is for five years, starting in FY2027. A pre-proposal conference is optional and will be held via Zoom. Proposers must demonstrate at least five years of relevant experience and provide detailed information on their operational methodology, staffing plan, safety programs, and financial capabilities. Evaluation will be based on qualifications, operational aspects, cost-effectiveness, and references.
The deadline for RFP response submission is Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 3:00 PM.
The bid notice does not explicitly state payment terms.
The bid notice does not explicitly state warranty terms.
Proposals will be evaluated based on five criteria for a total of 100 points: qualification of the proposer (30 points), dispatch, safety, and training functions (25 points), operating methodology and staffing plan (25 points), cost effectiveness (10 points), and references (10 points).
Proposers must have a minimum of five years of experience in transporting customers in transit services and must be able to furnish proof of ability to perform the terms of this proposal. Qualification of the proposer is worth 30 points in the evaluation criteria.
The bid notice does not explicitly detail penalties for non-compliance.
A pre-proposal conference will be offered via Zoom only on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at 10:00 AM. Attendance is optional.
The bid notice does not require sample submissions.
The deadline for proposer questions is Thursday, April 9, 2026, at 10:00 AM.
The bid notice does not explicitly state an estimated total value.
