RFP P50682 Commercial Drivers License and Entry Level Training Services

The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) has issued Request for Proposals (RFP P50682) for Commercial Drivers License and Entry Level Training Services, seeking a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive training for aspiring transit bus operators. The primary objective is to prepare trainees to obtain a Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a Passenger endorsement through an eight-week training program. The training will cover CDL preparation, Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) certification, and specialized transit bus operation training, focusing on practical and theoretical knowledge including safety protocols, customer service, and route management for urban, suburban, and rural environments. Evaluation criteria will include team composition, technical capabilities, key personnel, organizational management, project execution, pricing, financial stability, and DBE participation. Key dates for this procurement include a virtual Pre-Proposal Conference on August 25, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., a question submission deadline of August 29, 2025, at 3:00 p.m., and the proposal submission deadline of September 30, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. Proposals must be submitted to demonstrate comprehensive training capabilities that prepare drivers for safe and efficient transit bus operation.

The solicitation has a 0% Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal, though MARTA encourages contractors to consider minority-owned banks for project funds. Contractors must comply with federal regulations, including equal employment opportunity requirements and civil rights statutes. The contract term is five years, with MARTA retaining the ability to adjust estimated quantities as needed. The RFP includes a price proposal form with estimated quantities for various training services, such as National Safety Council Defensive Driving Training, Bus Operator CDL Class B License Training, CDL Training Class A or B, and CDL Testing. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the training program suggests a substantial contract value. Contractors must submit detailed documentation, including workforce data, DBE participation plans, and various affidavits demonstrating compliance with federal and state regulations. Interested parties can download solicitation documents from MARTA's website under the "Current Opportunities" section, with additional information available from Annette Brown, Senior Contract Specialist.