City of Omaha - Electric Shared Scooter Program - CI-2026-0137 (2026)
City of OmahaCity · Omaha, NE- Due
- Nov 4, 2026
- 3 days left
- Posted
- Oct 14, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Tamara Hibbert
- (402) 444-5055
The 30-second brief
The City of Omaha is requesting proposals for an exclusive license to operate a Shared Scooter Program with a base two-year term and three one-year extension options. The scope involves deploying shared electric scooters, managing fleet distribution and rebalancing, providing geofencing compliance, maintaining safety standards, and ensuring multimodal transportation integration across Omaha, Nebraska. The initial authorization allows up to 750 devices, with potential scaling up to 1,000 devices. The submission deadline is November 4, 2026, at 2:00 PM CT. Requirements include a bid bond of $50, proof of insurance, references, a responsible contractor compliance form, and an employee classification act affidavit.
Qualifications and experience in successfully operating a shared small vehicle transportation network (10), Demonstrated success in working collaboratively with municipalities (20), Understanding of an approach to providing service in Omaha (20), Strength of the company's communication and outreach plan (30), Demonstrated ability and proposed approach to addressing issues of equity and economic opportunity (30), Safety and convenience features of Company's Shared Scooters (40), Understanding of and strategies to address key issues of public safety and parking (50)
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Summary
The City of Omaha is requesting proposals for an exclusive license to operate a Shared Scooter Program with a base two-year term and three one-year extension options.
The scope involves deploying shared electric scooters, managing fleet distribution and rebalancing, providing geofencing compliance, maintaining safety standards, and ensuring multimodal transportation integration across Omaha, Nebraska. The initial authorization allows up to 750 devices, with potential scaling up to 1,000 devices. The submission deadline is November 4, 2026, at 2:00 PM CT. Requirements include a bid bond of $50, proof of insurance, references, a responsible contractor compliance form, and an employee classification act affidavit.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Qualifications and experience in successfully operating a shared small vehicle transportation network (10), Demonstrated success in working collaboratively with municipalities (20), Understanding of an approach to providing service in Omaha (20), Strength of the company's communication and outreach plan (30), Demonstrated ability and proposed approach to addressing issues of equity and economic opportunity (30), Safety and convenience features of Company's Shared Scooters (40), Understanding of and strategies to address key issues of public safety and parking (50)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Bid Bond OR Acceptable Substitute
- Responsible Contractor Compliance Form (RC-1)
- Cost proposal
- References
- Proposal (non-proprietary portions)
- Certificate of Insurance
- Employee Classification Act
- Fair Labor & Affidavit
- Submit to
- https://douglascountypurchasing.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=1286&SourceType=1
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Omaha, NE
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Omaha?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 4, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://douglascountypurchasing.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=1286&SourceType=1. For questions, contact Tamara Hibbert.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Omaha in NE, 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 Tamara Hibbert at (402) 444-5055. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Qualifications and experience in successfully operating a shared small vehicle transportation network (10), Demonstrated success in working collaboratively with municipalities (20), Understanding of a..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 4, 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 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: Bid Bond OR Acceptable Substitute, Responsible Contractor Compliance Form (RC-1), Cost proposal, References, Proposal (non-proprietary portions), Certificate of Insurance, Employee Classification Act,. Review the full document from City of Omaha for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Omaha, NE. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.