Central Ohio Transit Authority COTA.com Cloud Migration RFP 2026-Solicitation-001
Central Ohio Transit Authority, Columbus, OH·Public Authority
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- Primary Contact
- Ravi Thambireddy · (614) 500-2830
- Scope Location
- Columbus, OH
- Submission Address
- 33 N High St, Central Ohio Transit Authority, Columbus, OH, 43215
SUMMARY
The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) is soliciting proposals under Solicitation-001 for the migration of its public-facing websites and related services from on-premises infrastructure to Amazon Web Services (AWS). The scope of work includes establishing an AWS landing zone, integrating AWS with existing identity and on-premises networks, and migrating the main website (cota.com), WordPress CMS, and trip planner applications (ride.cota.com). The project also requires implementing monitoring, backup, disaster recovery, and automation via Infrastructure as Code (IaC), followed by the decommissioning of replaced on-premises infrastructure. The engagement excludes the replacement of the existing WordPress CMS platform. Submissions are due by February 23, 2026, at the COTA office in Columbus, OH. A Notice of Interest is due by February 6, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
AWS landing zone, Migrated websites and APIs, Monitoring and disaster recovery implementation, Decommissioned infrastructure
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
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How do I respond to this RFP from Central Ohio Transit Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 23, 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: 33 N High St, Central Ohio Transit Authority, Columbus, OH, 43215. For questions, contact Ravi Thambireddy.
Where can I find more RFPs from Central Ohio Transit Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Central Ohio Transit Authority are tracked and searchable. As a public authority agency, Central Ohio Transit Authority 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 RFP?
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: project_document_snapshot, 532a286b-29f2-4ff9-9089, c6e2fa54-45b4-4f15-b8c0. Review the full document from Central Ohio Transit Authority for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Central Ohio Transit Authority in OH, 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 RFP 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 Ravi Thambireddy at (614) 500-2830. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Columbus, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: AWS landing zone, Migrated websites and APIs, Monitoring and disaster recovery implementation, Decommissioned infrastructure. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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