Ben Franklin Transit - Bus Stop Concrete Pad and Amenity Installations - IFB 26-17 (2026)
Ben Franklin TransitPublic Authority · Richland, WA- Due
- Nov 10, 2026
- 7 days left
- Posted
- Oct 6, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Lisa Mann
- (509) 735-2302
The 30-second brief
Ben Franklin Transit seeks qualified contractors for on-call services for bus stop construction and amenity installation throughout its service area covering Benton and Franklin Counties, including Kennewick, Pasco, Richland, West Richland, Benton City, Prosser, and adjacent unincorporated areas. The scope includes demolition, site grading and excavation, shelter foundation pads, amenity pads, sidewalk construction, curb walls, pedestrian curbs, and installing bus shelters, benches, display cases, lean rails, bicycle racks, bicycle repair stations, garbage cans, and garbage compactors. The contract term is one year with an option to extend for an additional year, with a total estimated value not to exceed $2,000,000. Bids are due by November 10, 2026, at 2:00 pm, with a non-mandatory pre-bid meeting on October 20, 2026, and question submission deadline on November 3, 2026. Requirements include prevailing wages, 5% bid security, WSDOT standard specifications, Washington contractor's license, and commercial general liability insurance.
Demolition/Clearing/Grubbing, Temporary Erosion & Sedimentation Control, Excavation, Incl. Haul, Shelter Foundation Pad – 6 Inch Depth, Amenity Pad/Cement Conc. Sidewalk/Cement Conc. Filler Strip – 4 Inch Depth, Pedestrian Curb, Curb Wall – Fill Condition, Curb Wall – Cut Condition, Structure Excavation Class A, Shoring or Extra Excavation Class A, Conc. Class 4000 for Retaining Wall, Steel Reinforcing Bar for Retaining Wall, Gravel Backfill for Walls, Shelter, Shelter Bench, Display Case, Lean Rail, Bicycle Ring/Rack, Bicycle Repair Station, Garbage Can, Garbage Compactor, BRASCO SolStop or Like Product, Painting, Site Mobilization/Demobilization/Cleanup, Temporary Traffic Control, Sign/Information Holder Removal/Installation, Miscellaneous Site Restoration
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Summary
Ben Franklin Transit seeks qualified contractors for on-call services for bus stop construction and amenity installation throughout its service area covering Benton and Franklin Counties, including Kennewick, Pasco, Richland, West Richland, Benton City, Prosser, and adjacent unincorporated areas.
The scope includes demolition, site grading and excavation, shelter foundation pads, amenity pads, sidewalk construction, curb walls, pedestrian curbs, and installing bus shelters, benches, display cases, lean rails, bicycle racks, bicycle repair stations, garbage cans, and garbage compactors. The contract term is one year with an option to extend for an additional year, with a total estimated value not to exceed $2,000,000. Bids are due by November 10, 2026, at 2:00 pm, with a non-mandatory pre-bid meeting on October 20, 2026, and question submission deadline on November 3, 2026. Requirements include prevailing wages, 5% bid security, WSDOT standard specifications, Washington contractor's license, and commercial general liability insurance.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest overall bid cost
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Demolition/Clearing/Grubbing
- Temporary Erosion & Sedimentation Control
- Excavation
- Incl
Haul, Shelter Foundation Pad – 6 Inch Depth, Amenity Pad/Cement Conc. Sidewalk/Cement Conc. Filler Strip – 4 Inch Depth, Pedestrian Curb, Curb Wall – Fill Condition, Curb Wall – Cut Condition, Structure Excavation Class A, Shoring or Extra Excavation Class A, Conc. Class 4000 for Retaining Wall, Steel Reinforcing Bar for Retaining Wall, Gravel Backfill for Walls, Shelter, Shelter Bench, Display Case, Lean Rail, Bicycle Ring/Rack, Bicycle Repair Station, Garbage Can, Garbage Compactor, BRASCO SolStop or Like Product, Painting, Site Mobilization/Demobilization/Cleanup, Temporary Traffic Control, Sign/Information Holder Removal/Installation, Miscellaneous Site Restoration
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Disadvantaged Business Enterprises Form
- Certificate of Compliance Bidder Responsibility
- Certificate of Compliance with Wage Payment Statutes
- Certificate Regarding Debarment
- Contractor's Option for Retainage
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Statement of Qualifications
- Bid Bond Form
REQUIRED STAFFING
11- Submit to
- https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/bft
- Scope location
- Richland, WA
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Ben Franklin Transit?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 10, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/bft. For questions, contact Lisa Mann.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
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 Bid 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 Lisa Mann at (509) 735-2302. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Cement Masons (Journey), Ironworkers (Journeyman), Traffic Control Supervisor, Traffic Control Laborer, Flaggers (Journey), Operator, General Labor, Truck Drivers, Truck Drivers - Ready Mix, Landscape Maintenance, Power Equipment Operators. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Demolition/Clearing/Grubbing, Temporary Erosion & Sedimentation Control, Excavation, Incl. Haul, Shelter Foundation Pad – 6 Inch Depth, Amenity Pad/Cement Conc. Sidewalk/Cement Conc. Filler Strip – 4 Inch Depth, Pedestrian Curb, Curb Wall – Fill Condition, Curb Wall – Cut Condition, Structure Excava. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest overall bid cost" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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 is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 10, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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: Disadvantaged Business Enterprises Form, Certificate of Compliance Bidder Responsibility, Certificate of Compliance with Wage Payment Statutes, Certificate Regarding Debarment, Contractor's Option for. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. 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.