KCATA Purchase of 30-Foot, 35-Foot and 40-Foot Transit Buses RFP F26-5001-33 2026
Kansas City Area Transportation AuthorityPublic Authority · Kansas City, MO- Due
- Jul 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 28, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Andrew Campbell
- (816) 346-0268
The 30-second brief
The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) is requesting proposals for the supply of 30-foot, 35-foot, and 40-foot diesel, CNG, hybrid, and electric, twelve-year, heavy-duty, low-floor transit buses under RFP F26-5001-33. The contract includes an initial purchase not to exceed thirty (30) buses in the first year, with options for an additional 161 buses over a five-year period. Participating agencies include Topeka Metro, Johnson County Transit, St. Joseph Transit, Lawrence Transit, Wichita Transit, and Joplin Transit. Proposals must include a 5% proposal bond and a potential 10% performance bond. Submissions are due July 20, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Central Time. A pre-proposal question deadline is set for June 17, 2026. Evaluation criteria include design and maintainability (30%), technical capabilities and quality assurance (30%), price proposal (20%), passenger/operator amenities (10%), and style (10%).
Price Proposal, Technical Proposal, Contractual Documents, Buy America Certification, Financial Statements, Proposal Bond
Design and Maintainability (30%), Technical Capabilities and Quality Assurance (30%), Price Proposal (20%), Passenger/Operator Amenities (10%), Style (10%)
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Summary
The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) is requesting proposals for the supply of 30-foot, 35-foot, and 40-foot diesel, CNG, hybrid, and electric, twelve-year, heavy-duty, low-floor transit buses under RFP F26-5001-33.
The contract includes an initial purchase not to exceed thirty (30) buses in the first year, with options for an additional 161 buses over a five-year period. Participating agencies include Topeka Metro, Johnson County Transit, St. Joseph Transit, Lawrence Transit, Wichita Transit, and Joplin Transit. Proposals must include a 5% proposal bond and a potential 10% performance bond. Submissions are due July 20, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Central Time. A pre-proposal question deadline is set for June 17, 2026. Evaluation criteria include design and maintainability (30%), technical capabilities and quality assurance (30%), price proposal (20%), passenger/operator amenities (10%), and style (10%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Price Proposal
- Technical Proposal
- Contractual Documents
- Buy America Certification
- Financial Statements
- Proposal Bond
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Attachment A Proposal Submittal Checklist
- Attachment B Sample Agreement
- Attachment C Price Proposal
- Attachment D Affidavit of Civil Rights Compliance
- Attachment F Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Attachment G Employee Eligibility Verification
- Attachment H Debarment Certification
- Attachment I Lobbying Certification
- Attachment K Buy America Certification
- Submit to
- 1350 E. 17th Street, Kansas City, MO 64108
- Scope location
- Kansas City, MO
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Kansas City Area Transportation Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 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: 1350 E. 17th Street, Kansas City, MO 64108. For questions, contact Andrew Campbell.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Kansas City Area Transportation Authority in MO, 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 Andrew Campbell at (816) 346-0268. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Price Proposal, Technical Proposal, Contractual Documents, Buy America Certification, Financial Statements, Proposal Bond. 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: "Design and Maintainability (30%), Technical Capabilities and Quality Assurance (30%), Price Proposal (20%), Passenger/Operator Amenities (10%), Style (10%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Kansas City Area Transportation Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Kansas City Area Transportation Authority are tracked and searchable. As a public authority agency, Kansas City Area 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: Attachment A Proposal Submittal Checklist, Attachment B Sample Agreement, Attachment C Price Proposal, Attachment D Affidavit of Civil Rights Compliance, Attachment F Non-Collusion Affidavit, Attachme. Review the full document from Kansas City Area 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: Kansas City, MO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.