Jacksonville Transportation Authority - State of Florida Automated Transit Vehicle Procurement - P-26-009, 2026
Jacksonville Transportation AuthoritySpecial District · Jacksonville, FL- Due
- Mar 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 22, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Carolyn Pride
- (904) 632-3820
The 30-second brief
The Jacksonville Transportation Authority is seeking proposals for the procurement of highly automated transit vehicle solutions (rolling stock) for transit agencies across the State of Florida and the Continental United States under an Indefinite Delivery or Quantity (IDIQ) contract for a term of five years. The scope includes automated driving system (ADS) capabilities, vehicle attributes, performance monitoring, safety plans, maintenance, and compliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS), Buy America, and ADA. Sealed proposals are due by March 23, 2026, at 6:00 PM EST, with a pre-proposal meeting on February 2, 2026, and a question deadline of February 9, 2026. Evaluation will be based on a best-value method considering qualifications, technical capabilities, safety and compliance, quality assurance, and pricing.
Automated transit vehicle solutions, Rolling stock, ADS performance compliance matrix, Vehicle attributes and operational restrictions matrix, Pricing structure for first and subsequent vehicles, Ongoing operational costs, Support and maintenance costs, Training costs
Qualifications, Competence & Availability of Key Staff, Technical Capabilities, Safety and Compliance, Quality Assurance & Quality Control, Operational Efficiency and Cost Effectiveness (Pricing)
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Summary
The Jacksonville Transportation Authority is seeking proposals for the procurement of highly automated transit vehicle solutions (rolling stock) for transit agencies across the State of Florida and the Continental United States under an Indefinite Delivery or Quantity (IDIQ) contract for a term of five years.
The scope includes automated driving system (ADS) capabilities, vehicle attributes, performance monitoring, safety plans, maintenance, and compliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS), Buy America, and ADA. Sealed proposals are due by March 23, 2026, at 6:00 PM EST, with a pre-proposal meeting on February 2, 2026, and a question deadline of February 9, 2026. Evaluation will be based on a best-value method considering qualifications, technical capabilities, safety and compliance, quality assurance, and pricing.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Qualifications
- Competence & Availability of Key Staff
- Technical Capabilities
- Safety and Compliance
- Quality Assurance & Quality Control
- Operational Efficiency and Cost Effectiveness (Pricing)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Automated transit vehicle solutions
- Rolling stock
- ADS performance compliance matrix
- Vehicle attributes and operational restrictions matrix
- Pricing structure for first and subsequent vehicles
- Ongoing operational costs
- Support and maintenance costs
- Training costs
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
21- Acknowledgement of Receipt of Addenda
- Affidavit Regarding Labor and Services
- Buy America and Build America Act Certification
- Certification of Eligibility
- Certification of Redacted Copy
- Certification Regarding Lobbying
- Confidentiality and Nondisclosure Terms Form
- Conflict of Interest Certification
- Certification of Proposers Regarding Debarment
- E-Verify Requirement Affidavit
- Intent to Perform Form
- Litigation Disclosure Form
- Non Performance Acknowledgement Form
- Non-Collusion Proposal Certification
- Past Experience/Performance Reference Form
- Pre-Award and Post Delivery Certification
- Proposal Price Form
- Proposed Contract Modification Form
- Proposers List
- Proposers Standard Assurance
- Schedule of Subconsultants-Subcontractors
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/jtafla
- 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 March 23, 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/jtafla. For questions, contact Carolyn Pride.
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 Carolyn Pride at (904) 632-3820. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Automated transit vehicle solutions, Rolling stock, ADS performance compliance matrix, Vehicle attributes and operational restrictions matrix, Pricing structure for first and subsequent vehicles, Ongoing operational costs, Support and maintenance costs, Training costs. 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: "Qualifications, Competence & Availability of Key Staff, Technical Capabilities, Safety and Compliance, Quality Assurance & Quality Control, Operational Efficiency and Cost Effectiveness (Pricing)" 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 is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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, Buy America and Build America Act Certification, Certification of Eligibility, Certification of Redacted Copy, Certificat. 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.