BRTA Routes Analysis & Integration of On-Demand/Microtransit Study

The Berkshire Regional Planning Commission, on behalf of the Berkshire Metropolitan Planning Organization and in collaboration with the Berkshire Regional Transit Authority, is requesting proposals for a comprehensive analysis of BRTA routes and integration of on-demand/microtransit service in Berkshire County, Massachusetts, with proposals due November 20, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.

The scope encompasses four primary tasks: stakeholder collaboration and outreach, needs assessment and existing conditions analysis, microtransit implementation planning, and development of recommendations for enhanced fixed routes integrated with microtransit service. Deliverables include a draft routes analysis study report due June 30, 2027, and a final implementation plan due August 31, 2027. All work must be completed and invoiced by September 17, 2027. The consultant must demonstrate familiarity with rural transportation systems, capability to conduct meaningful public engagement including translation services in Spanish and other languages as needed, and competency with virtual/hybrid meeting facilitation.

BRPC has allocated up to $155,000 for consultant professional services; price proposals exceeding this amount are considered nonresponsive. The contract runs from December 10, 2026, through September 30, 2027. Evaluation prioritizes qualifications of assigned professional staff, demonstrated experience with transit route analysis and microtransit services, technical approach effectiveness, stakeholder and public involvement capabilities, compliance with federal and state regulations, and cost competitiveness.

Consultants must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage including $1,000,000 employer's liability and general liability limits. Proposals require separate sealed submissions of price and non-price/technical proposals in both hard copy and read-only PDF format on flash drive. Non-price/technical proposals open November 23, 2026. All proposals must include signed RFP signature pages, tax compliance certifications, and certificates of non-collusion. BRPC reserves the right to conduct interviews, request presentations, and contact references.