Intermittent restroom facility use

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) is seeking Letters of Interest for an intermittent restroom facility use contract in Linden Square, Malden, covering Middlesex County. The procurement specifically targets businesses willing to provide clean, accessible restrooms for bus operators working on routes 108 and 109, which operate seven days a week from 5:00 AM to 1:00 AM. Interested parties must commit to maintaining restroom facilities with essential supplies including toilet paper, hand soap, and hand towels. The contract will be structured as a one-year "use agreement" with potential for renewal, and participants are not required to provide facility access for the entire operational timeframe but should clearly specify their available hours and days. Evaluation will likely focus on facility cleanliness, accessibility, and ability to meet MBTA bus operator needs. The solicitation was posted on October 16, 2024, with responses preferred by November 6, 2024, though the MBTA reserves the right to consider late submissions.

The contract appears open to various business types without specific set-aside designations or enterprise restrictions. MBTA will provide compensation of $625 per quarter, paid in advance, to selected facility providers. No incumbent vendors are mentioned in the documentation, and there are no explicit technology integration requirements. The agreement allows MBTA to terminate the contract with notice, providing flexibility for both parties. The procurement represents a modest financial opportunity for local businesses near the Linden Square area in Malden, with potential for ongoing collaboration. Interested parties should contact Mellissa O'Connor at moconnor2@mbta.com for additional information or clarification about the restroom facility use opportunity.