Jacksonville Transportation Authority Executive Recruitment Services RFP - WQ 26-012 (2026)
Jacksonville Transportation AuthoritySpecial District · Jacksonville, FL- Due
- Aug 18, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 6, 2026
- Primary contact
- Cleveland Ferguson
- (904) 632-5245
The 30-second brief
The Jacksonville Transportation Authority is seeking proposals from qualified executive search firms to lead a national search for its next Chief Executive Officer. The selected firm will provide candidate outreach, sourcing strategy targeting transit and transportation executives nationally, position-profile validation, candidate screening, reference checks, presentation of a qualified slate of candidates, and interview logistics support. The contractor will also support compensation benchmarking, offer negotiation, and onboarding recommendations for the incoming CEO, who will oversee multi-modal transit systems including fixed bus routes, bus rapid transit, the Skyway automated monorail, paratransit, ferry service, and the U2C autonomous shuttle program in Duval County, Florida. Proposals are due by August 18, 2026, with questions due by August 7, 2026. Bidders must demonstrate experience placing public transportation executives, comply with Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation licensing, and provide professional references.
Credentials of Key Personnel and Firm 25%, Demonstrated Ability 30%, Quality of Bid 25%, Compensation Fee 20%
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Summary
The Jacksonville Transportation Authority is seeking proposals from qualified executive search firms to lead a national search for its next Chief Executive Officer.
The selected firm will provide candidate outreach, sourcing strategy targeting transit and transportation executives nationally, position-profile validation, candidate screening, reference checks, presentation of a qualified slate of candidates, and interview logistics support. The contractor will also support compensation benchmarking, offer negotiation, and onboarding recommendations for the incoming CEO, who will oversee multi-modal transit systems including fixed bus routes, bus rapid transit, the Skyway automated monorail, paratransit, ferry service, and the U2C autonomous shuttle program in Duval County, Florida. Proposals are due by August 18, 2026, with questions due by August 7, 2026. Bidders must demonstrate experience placing public transportation executives, comply with Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation licensing, and provide professional references.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Credentials of Key Personnel and Firm 25%
- Demonstrated Ability 30%
- Quality of Bid 25%
- Compensation Fee 20%
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
21- Acknowledgement of Receipt of Addenda
- Affidavit Regarding Labor and Services
- Certification of Eligibility
- Certification of Redacted Copy
- Certification Regarding Lobbying
- Confidentiality and Nondisclosure Terms
- Conflict of Interest Certification
- Debarment Certification
- E-Verify Requirement Affidavit - Contractor
- E-Verify Requirement Affidavit - Subcontractor
- Equal Opportunity Report Statement
- Intent to Perform Form
- Litigation Disclosure Form
- Local Business Verification Form
- Non-Collusion Certificate
- Past Experience/Performance Reference Form
- Bidders List
- Bidder's Standard Assurance
- Schedule of Subconsultants/Subcontractors
- Price Quote
- Technical Bid
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/governments/5536/projects/289085
- Scope location
- Jacksonville, FL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Jacksonville Transportation Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 18, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/governments/5536/projects/289085. For questions, contact Cleveland Ferguson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Jacksonville Transportation Authority in FL, 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 Cleveland Ferguson at (904) 632-5245. 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: "Credentials of Key Personnel and Firm 25%, Demonstrated Ability 30%, Quality of Bid 25%, Compensation Fee 20%" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Jacksonville Transportation Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Jacksonville Transportation Authority are tracked and searchable. As a special district agency, Jacksonville Transportation Authority 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 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: Acknowledgement of Receipt of Addenda, Affidavit Regarding Labor and Services, Certification of Eligibility, Certification of Redacted Copy, Certification Regarding Lobbying, Confidentiality and Nondi. Review the full document from Jacksonville Transportation Authority for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Jacksonville, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.