Comprehensive Transit and Mobility Study

The City of Jefferson, Missouri, has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP 4352) for a Comprehensive Transit and Mobility Study focusing on JEFFTRAN operations. The procurement seeks qualified consultants to evaluate current fixed routes, paratransit services, and fleet operations while recommending innovative mobility solutions including microtransit, rideshare, bikeshare, and scooter systems. Minimum consultant qualifications require five years of similar experience within the United States, with key personnel possessing at least three years of municipal transit experience. Proposals must not exceed 25 pages and are due by 1:30 p.m. on January 6, 2025, with submission options including electronic submission through Bonfire or hard copy to the City's Purchasing Agent. The proposal evaluation will allocate points across several key areas: experience and technical competencies (25 points), references (20 points), capability and resources (15 points), availability and schedule management (15 points), and project approach and innovation (25 points). The contract period extends through December 31, 2026, with the City providing access to data, GIS files, and staff support to facilitate the study.

The RFP includes a Disadvantaged Business Utilization Agreement requiring bidders to identify specific Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation, defined as businesses at least 51 percent owned and controlled by minorities, women, or other economically disadvantaged individuals. Contractors must comply with federal requirements associated with Federal Transit Administration (FTA) funding, including civil rights provisions and E-Verify enrollment for services exceeding $5,000. Insurance requirements mandate $500,000 per occurrence and $3,000,000 aggregate coverage. Contractors must obtain a Jefferson City Business License and maintain good standing with the Missouri Secretary of State's Office. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the study suggests a significant investment in understanding and improving local transit infrastructure. All final work products will become City property upon completion, and the contract is subject to termination at the City's discretion with 30 days' notice. Proposers must also submit three references for similar contracts completed within the past three years and provide an anti-collusion statement confirming no agreements that might affect competitive bidding.