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Sealed proposals due November 30, 2026, at 11:00 AM. Provide, install, train, and support an electronic fare collection system for 12 fixed-route buses and 5 ADA paratransit vehicles. Must support contactless payments, mobile ticketing, fare validation, ridership reporting, and integration with existing transit technology. Submit 4 copies in a sealed envelope, with costing sheet in a separate envelope. Required certifications include Buy America, DBE, debarment, and lobbying. Evaluation criteria: technical solution 35%, cost 20%, experience/references 20%, implementation 15%, support/reporting 10%.
Proposals must be received by the purchasing department prior to the submission date, November 30, 2026, at 11:00 a. m. proposals may be mailed or delivered to the purchasing department. . . provided the proposal is actually received by the purchasing department prior to the submission date.
The scope includes warranty and technical support as part of the successful proposer's obligations.
The evaluation method states the proposer receiving the highest overall score may be selected for contract negotiations based on a 100-point scale, with cost weighted at 20%.
Vendors must provide company overview, relevant transit agency experience, three client references, description of similar fare collection system deployments and prove sufficient experience and financial ability.
Disputes must be appealed in writing within 10 days from receipt of the city representative's decision: unless within ten (10) days from the date of receipt of its copy, the contractor mails or otherwise furnishes a written appeal to the city representative.
Proposals may be rejected if the entity is in arrears for prior expenses or fees owed to the city or not in full compliance with the provisions of the city charter and code of ordinances.