City of Washington DDOT Bus Shelter Franchise Agreement RFP - DCKA-2026-A-0066
City of WashingtonCity · Washington, DC- Due
- Sep 8, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 21, 2026
- Primary contact
- Contracting Officer
- (202) 724-4477
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Summary
The City of Washington, through the District Department of Transportation (DDOT), is soliciting proposals for a Bus Shelter Franchise Agreement under solicitation number DCKA-2026-A-0066.
The scope of work consists of selling and managing commercial advertising on bus shelters, as well as the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of up to 1,500 shelters throughout the District of Columbia. This procurement falls under NIGP Code 9150400 for Communications and Media Related Services. A preproposal conference is scheduled for July 27, 2026, via MS Teams. Proposals are due by September 8, 2026, and submission materials can be accessed through the DDOT procurement portal.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- DCKA-2026-A-0066_Att3.pdf
- DCKA-2026-A-0066_Att2.pdf
- DCKA-2026-A-0066_Amd2.pdf
- DCKA-2026-A-0066_Att1.pdf
- DCKA-2026-A-0066_Amd1.pdf
- Submit to
- https://dtap.ddot.dc.gov/
- Scope location
- Washington, DC
- Reported agency
- District Department of Transportation
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Washington?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 8, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://dtap.ddot.dc.gov/. For questions, contact Contracting Officer.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Washington in DC, 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 Contracting Officer at (202) 724-4477. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: DCKA-2026-A-0066_Att3.pdf, DCKA-2026-A-0066_Att2.pdf, DCKA-2026-A-0066_Amd2.pdf, DCKA-2026-A-0066_Att1.pdf, DCKA-2026-A-0066_Amd1.pdf. Review the full document from City of Washington for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Washington, DC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.