Ben Franklin Transit A&E Services for Maintenance, Operations and Administration Facilities RFQ 25-20
Ben Franklin TransitPublic Authority · Richland, WA- Due
- Nov 20, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2025
- Primary contact
- Johnabeth Sealy
- (509) 734-5236
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Summary
Ben Franklin Transit (BFT) is soliciting qualifications from firms to provide Architecture & Engineering (A&E) services for its maintenance, operations, and administration facilities.
The procurement follows the Brooks Act, requiring evaluations based on firm qualifications rather than cost information. The service area covers 616 square miles across Benton and Franklin Counties, including Kennewick, Pasco, Richland, and West Richland. Contractors must comply with Equal Employment Opportunity laws and are encouraged to include Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) certified by the State of Washington. Submissions are due by November 20, 2025, at the BFT facility in Richland, WA. A notice of interest is due by November 14, 2025.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
DBE certification, Ineligible Contractor certification
- Submit to
- 1000 Columbia Park Trail, Richland, WA, 99352-4851
- Scope location
- Richland, WA
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Ben Franklin Transit?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 20, 2025. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 1000 Columbia Park Trail, Richland, WA, 99352-4851. For questions, contact Johnabeth Sealy.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Ben Franklin Transit in WA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFQ submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Johnabeth Sealy at (509) 734-5236. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Ben Franklin Transit?
All active and historical solicitations from Ben Franklin Transit are tracked and searchable. As a public authority agency, Ben Franklin Transit regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: DBE certification, Ineligible Contractor certification. Review the full document from Ben Franklin Transit for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Richland, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.