Public Transportation Financial and Technical Consultant

Volusia County Transit Services is seeking a highly qualified consulting firm to provide comprehensive public transportation financial and technical consulting services through a Request for Statement of Qualifications (RSQ). The procurement focuses on ongoing public transit planning activities, including service planning, grant writing, Transit Development Plan (TDP) updates, Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan (TDSP) development, and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) plan updates. The consultant will be expected to have extensive knowledge of transit funding sources from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), with work encompassing technical and analytical activities, graphical work, and public involvement initiatives. The evaluation criteria will assess the consultant's understanding of project scope, accounting experience, knowledge of grant programs, team qualifications, and total cost, using a scoring system with a maximum of 65 points. Key dates for this opportunity include a question deadline of June 17, 2025, and a proposal submission deadline of July 1, 2025, at 3:01 pm through the county's eProcurement Portal. The contract is structured for an initial three-year term with potential two one-year renewals, emphasizing the need for a flexible and knowledgeable consulting partner.

The solicitation includes a specific Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation goal of 5.2%, indicating a commitment to supporting diverse business participation. Contractors must comply with extensive federal regulatory requirements, including non-discrimination provisions, clean air and water act compliance, and restrictions on telecommunications equipment. Insurance requirements are comprehensive, mandating coverage types including Workers Compensation, Commercial General Liability, Auto Liability, and Professional Liability, with specific coverage limits such as $1,000,000 per occurrence for Commercial General Liability and $1,000,000 per claim for Professional Liability. While specific contract values are not explicitly stated, the procurement suggests a need for ongoing, task-based consulting services with compensation determined through individual task assignments. The contract will be administered through Volusia County's Purchasing and Contracts Division, with funding subject to annual appropriation by the County Council. Prime contractors must carefully document subcontractor details and obtain prior approval for any subcontractor changes, ensuring transparency and compliance throughout the project lifecycle.