Central Pines Regional Council RFI Durham and Orange County Transit Staffing Study
- Due
- Feb 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 2, 2026
- Primary contact
- Madeline Galliano
The 30-second brief
Central Pines Regional Council is seeking Letters of Interest from qualified firms to provide professional consulting services for a Durham and Orange County Transit Staffing Study. The study will assess current transit activities, determine appropriate staffing levels, and provide guidance on staffing adaptations.
Effective Project Management, Staffing Study Project Working Group experiences, Necessary information needed to complete all necessary tasks, Staff from relevant public transportation providers and stakeholder agencies, Staffing strategies sufficient to implement the Transit Plans, Effective Final Report
Relevant Experience - 50%, Team Personnel – 15%, Technical and Project Approach - 20%, Proposed Schedule - 15%
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Summary
Central Pines Regional Council is seeking Letters of Interest from qualified firms to provide professional consulting services for a Durham and Orange County Transit Staffing Study.
The study will assess current transit activities, determine appropriate staffing levels, and provide guidance on staffing adaptations.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Relevant Experience - 50%
- Team Personnel – 15%
- Technical and Project Approach - 20%
- Proposed Schedule - 15%
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Effective Project Management
- Staffing Study Project Working Group experiences
- Necessary information needed to complete all necessary tasks
- Staff from relevant public transportation providers and stakeholder agencies
- Staffing strategies sufficient to implement the Transit Plans
- Effective Final Report
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Introduction (firm's interest, conflict of interest, summation), Relevant Experience (names, classifications, location of NC employees, credentials, experience, project synopsis, contact person, subconsultant info), Team Qualifications (credentials and experience, recent similar projects, synopsis, contact person, subconsultant info), Project Approach (understanding, approach, innovative ideas, schedule)
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Durham, Orange County
Questions about this RFI
How do I respond to this RFI from Central Pines Regional Council?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 13, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Madeline Galliano.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFI?
Most government agencies, including Central Pines Regional Council in NC, 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 RFI 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 Madeline Galliano. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Effective Project Management, Staffing Study Project Working Group experiences, Necessary information needed to complete all necessary tasks, Staff from relevant public transportation providers and stakeholder agencies, Staffing strategies sufficient to implement the Transit Plans, Effective Final R. 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: "Relevant Experience - 50%, Team Personnel – 15%, Technical and Project Approach - 20%, Proposed Schedule - 15%" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Central Pines Regional Council?
All active and historical solicitations from Central Pines Regional Council are tracked and searchable. As a local agency agency, Central Pines Regional Council 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 RFI?
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: Introduction (firm's interest, conflict of interest, summation), Relevant Experience (names, classifications, location of NC employees, credentials, experience, project synopsis, contact person, subco. Review the full document from Central Pines Regional Council for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Durham, Orange County. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.