Limited Use Media (LUM) RFP 93-20

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) has issued Request for Proposal (RFP) 93-20 for the procurement of Limited Use Media (LUM) for its fare collection system. The MBTA is seeking a contractor to supply various types of MIFARE Ultralight EV1 smart cards, including precut tickets with and without initialization, as well as rolled tickets with no initialization. The contractor must be able to meet detailed technical specifications, production schedules, quality control measures, and security requirements. Proposals are due by August 13, 2020, and the MBTA will evaluate submissions based on a combination of pass/fail criteria, technical evaluation, and price. The MBTA intends to award a contract for up to five years, with the possibility of extension beyond that term.

The RFP does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. There is no mention of incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor any details on existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The RFP provides pricing forms for bidders to submit unit prices, but does not disclose any budget ranges or potential award values.