Dubuque-Delaware-Jackson County Regional Transit Agency MOVE Initiative Consulting Services RFP 2026
Dubuque-Delaware-Jackson County Regional Transit AgencyPublic Authority · Dubuque, IA- Due
- Nov 20, 2026
- 23 days left
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Chandra Ravada
- (563) 556-4166
The 30-second brief
Dubuque-Delaware-Jackson County Regional Transit Authority seeks consultant services to plan, develop, implement, and support the MOVE Initiative, a coordinated transit education, outreach, visibility, communications, and driver recruitment-support program across Delaware, Dubuque, and Jackson Counties, Iowa. The project aims to improve public awareness, rider understanding of service areas, eligibility, scheduling, fares, and reservations, and strengthen recruitment of paid and volunteer drivers. Required work includes evaluating existing communications, developing outreach and communications strategies, creating messaging, branding, and educational materials in print, digital, website, and video formats, and providing an implementation plan and evaluation framework. Proposals are due by November 20, 2026, at 12:00 PM CT.
A messaging and branding guide for the MOVE Initiative; Plain-language rider education materials; First-time rider materials; Instructional video content; Partner referral materials; Paid and volunteer driver recruitment materials; Driver recruitment video content; Professional photographs and other media assets; Editable source files and final production-ready files; Website page organization and navigation improvements; Frequently asked questions, Customer assistance information, And mobile-friendly content recommendations; Driver recruitment website content; Consistent website language, Terminology, Formatting, And visual presentation
Experience and Capability (10 Points), Responsiveness to Project Scope (15 Points), Schedule (5 Points), References (10 points), Other - presentations (10 Points)
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Summary
Dubuque-Delaware-Jackson County Regional Transit Authority seeks consultant services to plan, develop, implement, and support the MOVE Initiative, a coordinated transit education, outreach, visibility, communications, and driver recruitment-support program across Delaware, Dubuque, and Jackson Counties, Iowa.
The project aims to improve public awareness, rider understanding of service areas, eligibility, scheduling, fares, and reservations, and strengthen recruitment of paid and volunteer drivers. Required work includes evaluating existing communications, developing outreach and communications strategies, creating messaging, branding, and educational materials in print, digital, website, and video formats, and providing an implementation plan and evaluation framework. Proposals are due by November 20, 2026, at 12:00 PM CT.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
13- A messaging and branding guide for the MOVE Initiative
- Plain-language rider education materials
- First-time rider materials
- Instructional video content
- Partner referral materials
- Paid and volunteer driver recruitment materials
- Driver recruitment video content
- Professional photographs and other media assets
- Editable source files and final production-ready files
- Website page organization and navigation improvements
- Frequently asked questions, Customer assistance information, And mobile-friendly content recommendations
- Driver recruitment website content
- Consistent website language, Terminology, Formatting, And visual presentation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
12- Cover letter
- Statement of interest referring to the MOVE Initiative
- Certification stating information and data submitted is true and complete
- Respondent’s contact information
- Authorized signature
- Identification of DBE certification or DBE participation goals
- Qualifications and experience of the respondent(s)
- Qualifications and experience of key staff
- References
- Cost Information
- Project management and scheduling expertise
- Acknowledgment of insurance requirements
- Submit to
- [email protected] & [email protected]
- Scope location
- Dubuque, IA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Dubuque-Delaware-Jackson County Regional Transit Agency?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 20, 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] & [email protected]. For questions, contact Chandra Ravada.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Dubuque-Delaware-Jackson County Regional Transit Agency in IA, 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 Chandra Ravada at (563) 556-4166. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: A messaging and branding guide for the MOVE Initiative; Plain-language rider education materials; First-time rider materials; Instructional video content; Partner referral materials; Paid and volunteer driver recruitment materials; Driver recruitment video content; Professional photographs and other. 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: "Experience and Capability (10 Points), Responsiveness to Project Scope (15 Points), Schedule (5 Points), References (10 points), Other - presentations (10 Points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Dubuque-Delaware-Jackson County Regional Transit Agency?
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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 20, 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, Statement of interest referring to the MOVE Initiative, Certification stating information and data submitted is true and complete, Respondent’s contact information, Authorized signature,. Review the full document from Dubuque-Delaware-Jackson County Regional Transit Agency for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Dubuque, IA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.