250180_PS_idedits.pdf

This is an interoffice memorandum from the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) outlining the procurement timeline for RFP 250180, "Operator Assault Program Assessment." The RFP will be issued on February 10, 2026, with advertisements placed on February 10 and February 17, 2026. A pre-proposal conference is scheduled for February 18, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. in Room 09, available in both in-person and virtual formats. Written questions from proposers are due by 2:00 p.m. on February 19, 2026, with responses to proposers provided by February 25, 2026. Proposals must be submitted by 2:00 p.m. on March 10, 2026, followed by a pre-evaluation meeting at 4:00 p.m. the same day. The evaluation committee will review proposals on March 25, 2026, with interviews scheduled for April 1, 2026. Contract execution is anticipated by April 30, 2026.

The project budget is $125,000 for a six-month contract term utilizing Federal Transit Administration (FTA) funds. The Orange County Transportation Authority is seeking qualified consultants to develop a comprehensive operator assault prevention program assessment. The memorandum was prepared by Michael Cardozo, Senior Contract Administrator, and submitted for review and concurrence by Melissa Mungia, Department Manager of Scheduling and Bus Operations Support, on January 28, 2026.