Microtransit Request for Proposals

The City of Brunswick, Georgia is seeking proposals from qualified firms or organizations with experience in all aspects of Microtransit, including planning, management, operations, and vehicle maintenance. This public transit service is federally and state subsidized through various FTA grant programs such as the Urbanized Area Formula Grants (Section 5307), Other than Urbanized Areas (Section 5311), and Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities (Section 5310). The contract term is anticipated to commence on February 3, 2025 and continue through January 31, 2028, with four one-year option years. Proposals are due by 12:00 PM EST on October 8, 2024, and a non-mandatory pre-proposal video conference is scheduled for September 5, 2024. The City will evaluate proposals based on the qualifications and experience of the proposer's supervisory personnel, capability and prior experience in transit systems, the adequacy of the vehicle maintenance program, financial and technical resources, and total costs.

The City has budgeted $500,000 in local match funds, with the total net cost estimated between $1,495,408 and $1,571,008 annually. All revenues, including passenger fares and advertising, will be the property of the City of Brunswick. The successful proposer will be required to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, including EEO and DBE requirements. This is a new service, and there is no incumbent operator. The City is open to proposals from public, private, and non-profit entities.