Service Provider for Section 5311 Public Transit Service

The Dooly County Board of Commissioners has issued a procurement opportunity for a Section 5311 public transit service provider, seeking a qualified vendor to operate its federally and state-subsidized transit service. The contract will commence on July 1, 2025, with an initial two-year term and potential for a five-year extension at the county's discretion. The service is specifically funded through the Federal Transit Administration's Other than Urbanized Areas Transit Fund Program under 49 USC Section 5311. Proposals are currently being solicited, with a submission deadline of June 12, 2025. While the specific evaluation criteria are not detailed in the provided documentation, vendors will likely need to demonstrate expertise in public transit operations, compliance with federal and state transportation regulations, and the ability to effectively manage a rural transit service. Prospective service providers should carefully review the full solicitation documents to understand the comprehensive requirements of the transit service delivery.

The procurement appears to be open to various types of transit service providers, though potential restrictions or set-aside designations are not explicitly outlined in the available information. No incumbent vendor was identified in the current documentation, and specific budget ranges or award values were not disclosed. The contract's federal funding source suggests potential preferences for disadvantaged business enterprises or specific organizational qualifications, though these are not definitively stated in the current solicitation. Interested vendors should prepare comprehensive proposals that demonstrate operational capability, financial stability, and technical expertise in managing public transit services in rural jurisdictions. The two-year base contract with potential five-year extension represents a significant opportunity for a qualified transit service provider to establish a long-term partnership with Dooly County.