About this opportunity
AI summaryManatee County is issuing this Request for Information to gather market knowledge on transit service delivery models and operational support. The County seeks input on fixed route, paratransit, and microtransit operations, including fleet maintenance, workforce retention, technology integration, safety compliance, emergency operations, and pricing structures. This information will assist the County with planning, assessing potential delivery models, and supporting existing transit staff. Only USA-based organizations with relevant market experience are eligible to respond. Interested parties must submit their responses digitally via email to [email protected] or [email protected] by November 12, 2026, at 11:00 A.M. ET. Questions and requests for clarification must be submitted by email no later than November 4, 2026, at 11:00 A.M. ET. The County will not score, rank, or evaluate responses for a contract award, and any submitted pricing is non-binding.
Buyer and opportunity details
- Client
- Manatee County
- Solicitation No.
- 26-R091164ED
Scope of work
- Market input on transit operations and management
- Information on fleet maintenance and facilities approach
- Strategies for workforce retention, training, and support
- Technology and data integration capabilities
- Safety, regulatory compliance, civil rights, and grant administration support
- Emergency operations and continuity support including hurricane evacuations
- Indicative pricing structures, cost models, and cost drivers
- Performance metrics and communication strategies
Minimum qualifications
- Relevant experience or market knowledge in public transit systems
Documents to include with your response
- Completed RFI Form (Page 7)
- Narrative response addressing Section 2.0 topics
Key dates
- Questions due
- November 4, 2026, at 11:00 A.M. ET
- Proposals due
- November 12, 2026 at 11:00 A.M. ET
How to submit
- Method
- Instructions
- Submit responses via email to the Designated Procurement Contact at [email protected] and/or to [email protected] prior to the due date and time.
Contract details
- Place of performance
- Manatee County, Lakewood Ranch, FL