City of Syracuse - RFP Shared Micromobility System - 27-160 (2026)
City of SyracuseCity · Syracuse, NY- Due
- Dec 4, 2026
- 27 days left
- Posted
- Nov 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Laura Padgett
- (315) 448-8286
The 30-second brief
The City of Syracuse is seeking a preferred vendor to operate a self-sufficient Shared Micromobility System within the City, serving as a successor to the SYNC bike share program. The scope includes providing a fleet of shared bicycles and micromobility units, hardware, software, mobile applications, stations, kiosks, rebalancing, maintenance, winterization, customer service, and community outreach. The contract term is an initial 3-year period with potential renewal, targeting an initial launch no later than Spring 2027. Proposals are due by December 4, 2026, with an inquiry deadline of November 12, 2026. Required submissions include financial disclosure, non-responsibility determination, workforce diversity form, non-collusive certification, and insurance certificates.
Shared micromobility system, Bike share fleet, Stations, Kiosks, Mobile applications, Hardware, Software, Maintenance manual, Community outreach plan, Enforcement policy proposal
Competency, experience and qualifications, previous experience working for the City of Syracuse, ability to perform required services, education/experience of principals and key employees, project understanding and approach, project schedule and budget adherence, revenue sharing opportunities, availability of adequate personnel, client recommendations
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Summary
The City of Syracuse is seeking a preferred vendor to operate a self-sufficient Shared Micromobility System within the City, serving as a successor to the SYNC bike share program.
The scope includes providing a fleet of shared bicycles and micromobility units, hardware, software, mobile applications, stations, kiosks, rebalancing, maintenance, winterization, customer service, and community outreach. The contract term is an initial 3-year period with potential renewal, targeting an initial launch no later than Spring 2027. Proposals are due by December 4, 2026, with an inquiry deadline of November 12, 2026. Required submissions include financial disclosure, non-responsibility determination, workforce diversity form, non-collusive certification, and insurance certificates.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
10- Competency
- Experience and qualifications
- Previous experience working for the City of Syracuse
- Ability to perform required services
- Education/experience of principals and key employees
- Project understanding and approach
- Project schedule and budget adherence
- Revenue sharing opportunities
- Availability of adequate personnel
- Client recommendations
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- Shared micromobility system
- Bike share fleet
- Stations
- Kiosks
- Mobile applications
- Hardware
- Software
- Maintenance manual
- Community outreach plan
- Enforcement policy proposal
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
16- Cover Letter
- Title Page
- Table of Contents
- Executive Summary
- Team Information
- Relevant Projects
- Project Approach
- Client References
- Work for the City
- Financial Disclosure Form
- Prior Non-Responsibility Determination Disclosure
- Workforce Diversity Form
- Non-Collusive Certification
- Non-Discrimination Questionnaire
- Proposal Confirmation Signature
- Certificate of Insurance
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/syrgov
- Scope location
- Syracuse, NY
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Syracuse?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 4, 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://procurement.opengov.com/portal/syrgov. For questions, contact Laura Padgett.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Syracuse in NY, 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 Laura Padgett at (315) 448-8286. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Shared micromobility system, Bike share fleet, Stations, Kiosks, Mobile applications, Hardware, Software, Maintenance manual, Community outreach plan, Enforcement policy proposal. 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: "Competency, experience and qualifications, previous experience working for the City of Syracuse, ability to perform required services, education/experience of principals and key employees, project und..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Syracuse?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 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: Cover Letter, Title Page, Table of Contents, Executive Summary, Team Information, Relevant Projects, Project Approach, Client References, Work for the City, Financial Disclosure Form, Prior Non-Respon. Review the full document from City of Syracuse for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Syracuse, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.