GBT Demand Response (ADA Paratransit) and Mobility Management Bus Services

The Greater Bridgeport Transit Authority (GBT) has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) numbered GBT-RFP-2024-01 for Demand Response (ADA Paratransit) and Mobility Management Bus Services in the Bridgeport, Connecticut region. The procurement seeks comprehensive transportation services specifically focused on providing demand response bus services, with particular emphasis on ADA paratransit and mobility management capabilities. The RFP documents will be available starting August 19, 2024, at 12:00 PM Eastern Standard Time, with sealed bids due by October 4, 2024, at 12:00 PM Eastern Standard Time. Proposals must be submitted to the Greater Bridgeport Transit Authority located at One Cross Street, Bridgeport, CT 06610. Interested vendors are required to contact Ken Secskas at KSecskas@gogbt.com to obtain a complete copy of the RFP. The solicitation covers services within Fairfield County and specifically the Bridgeport City jurisdiction, though specific performance metrics, service level requirements, and detailed evaluation criteria are not explicitly outlined in the available documentation.

The RFP does not specify any set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise requirements, or specific restrictions on vendor participation. No information is provided about incumbent vendors or existing contractual arrangements for these services. The documentation does not reveal the estimated total contract value, budget range, or potential contract duration. Delivery terms are specified as "Free On Board Destination" with payment terms to be vendor-specified. The solicitation appears to be open to all vendors without any apparent pre-qualification restrictions. While the RFP seeks proposals for demand response bus services, including ADA paratransit and mobility management, the documents do not provide detailed information about technical specifications, required vehicle types, service area boundaries, or expected service volumes. Potential respondents will need to obtain the full RFP documentation directly from the contact provided to understand the complete scope of requirements and expectations for this transportation service procurement.