What the buyer needs
AI summaryCumberland County is soliciting proposals for a transportation software solution for DSS. The county seeks a solution that meets functional requirements, offers customization, and has a sound technical approach. Vendors must demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience with similar projects. Proposals should include a detailed cost breakdown, excluding sales tax. The county will evaluate proposals based on functional requirements, customization, technical approach, qualifications, cost, and demonstrations. The preferred go-live date is February 1, 2027.
Scope of work
- Supply a cloud-based Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) Transportation System
- Replace existing DSS Information Systems – Sailboat platform
- Migrate approximately 298,000 customer records
- Provide real-time scheduling, route optimization, and mobile access
- Provide an Application Programming Interface (API)
- Interface development as listed in functional requirements
- Provide test and production environments
- Support state and federal reporting requirements
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Response to Functional Requirements | 25 points |
| Customization and Feature Options | 15 points |
| Technical Approach | 10 points |
| Relevant Qualifications and Experience | 10 points |
| Cost Proposal | 15 points |
| On-Site/Virtual Demonstrations | 25 points |
Minimum qualifications
- Demonstrated experience with public and/or private sector clients of similar or greater size and scope
Documents to include with your response
- One signed, original executed proposal response
- Electronic copy on flash drive (PDF/XLS)
- Completed Functional Requirements Excel spreadsheet
- Cost Proposal
- Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT)
- Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR)
- Attachment C: Execution of Proposal
- Attachment D: Certification of Financial Condition
- Attachment E: Certification Regarding Lobbying
- Attachment F: Noncollusion Affidavit
How to submit
- Method
- Sealed hard copy and electronic copy on flash drive
- Instructions
- Physically delivered to Cumberland County Finance Dept., 117 Dick Street, Suite 510, Fayetteville, NC 28301. Submit one (1) signed, original executed proposal response and one (1) electronic copy on a flash drive in .PDF or .XLS format. Sealed package marked with Vendor name, RFP number, and due date.
