IFB B50587 ¿ booking and payment platform for arts in transit artists

The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) is seeking bids for a booking and payment platform for its Art in Transit artists program, identified as IFB B50587. The procurement is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) where MARTA is looking for qualified firms to provide the necessary equipment, supplies, and services to facilitate booking and payments for artists participating in MARTA's art program. Bidders must meet minimum qualifications and submit various required forms, including a Bid Form, as part of their proposal. MARTA will evaluate bids based on responsiveness and responsibility of the bidder. The IFB will be advertised on or about October 7, 2024, with bids due by November 7, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. local time, and a public bid opening on November 8, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. local time.

MARTA has established a 20% Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation goal for this contract. Bidders must take affirmative steps to ensure DBE participation and demonstrate good faith efforts if the 20% goal cannot be met. Prompt payment to subcontractors is also required, and MARTA will monitor compliance with these provisions during the contract term. The contract term is 5 base years. MARTA reserves the right to reject any or all bids, and has not disclosed any information about incumbent vendors or current contract values.