Middlesex County Micro-Transit Transportation Service - RFP CC-26-934 (2026)
Middlesex CountyCounty · New Brunswick, NJ- Due
- Nov 17, 2026
- 15 days left
- Posted
- Oct 26, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Jennifer Bennett
- (732) 745-3277
The 30-second brief
Middlesex County is seeking proposals from qualified TransitTech vendors to operate, manage, and continue the County's established Ride On Demand (RoD) turnkey microtransit program without disruption, and to implement incremental expansion pilots. The selected vendor will deliver a turnkey service including software and operational ecosystem designed to optimize public transit delivery, supporting a phased five-mile expansion, public engagement strategy, interlocal agreement model, and a mobility-hub pilot for Perth Amboy Magnet Schools. The project encompasses New Brunswick and designated sectors of North Brunswick and East Brunswick, New Jersey, providing accessible transportation for underserved transit deserts. Submission deadline is November 17, 2026, with a pre-proposal question deadline of November 4, 2026. Vendors must comply with W-2 driver requirements, local prevailing wages, and ADA compliance.
Turnkey microtransit program operations, Software and operational ecosystem, 5-mile expansion analysis, Public engagement strategy, Interlocal agreement model, Perth Amboy mobility hub pilot
QUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIFIC PROJECT RELATED EXPERIENCE 30%, SERVICE METHODS AND RESPONSES TO SCOPE OF SERVICES 30%, TURNKEY READINESS AND USER INTERFACE ABILITIES 20%, COST PROPOSAL 15%, ABILITY TO DESIGN PROJECT IN 3 MONTHS 5%
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Summary
Middlesex County is seeking proposals from qualified TransitTech vendors to operate, manage, and continue the County's established Ride On Demand (RoD) turnkey microtransit program without disruption, and to implement incremental expansion pilots.
The selected vendor will deliver a turnkey service including software and operational ecosystem designed to optimize public transit delivery, supporting a phased five-mile expansion, public engagement strategy, interlocal agreement model, and a mobility-hub pilot for Perth Amboy Magnet Schools. The project encompasses New Brunswick and designated sectors of North Brunswick and East Brunswick, New Jersey, providing accessible transportation for underserved transit deserts. Submission deadline is November 17, 2026, with a pre-proposal question deadline of November 4, 2026. Vendors must comply with W-2 driver requirements, local prevailing wages, and ADA compliance.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- QUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIFIC PROJECT RELATED EXPERIENCE 30%
- SERVICE METHODS AND RESPONSES TO SCOPE OF SERVICES 30%
- TURNKEY READINESS AND USER INTERFACE ABILITIES 20%
- COST PROPOSAL 15%
- ABILITY TO DESIGN PROJECT IN 3 MONTHS 5%
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Turnkey microtransit program operations
- Software and operational ecosystem
- 5-mile expansion analysis
- Public engagement strategy
- Interlocal agreement model
- Perth Amboy mobility hub pilot
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
20- Proposal Sheet
- Price Certification Signature form
- Statement of Ownership Disclosure
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Notice of Exceptions
- Proposal Document Checklist
- Corporate Resolution
- Business Registration Certificate
- Certificate of Liability Insurance
- W-9
- ADA Compliance Form
- Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran
- Disclosure of Prohibited Activities in Russia and Belarus
- EEO Affirmative Action Compliance Notice
- US DOT Suspension and Debarment
- FTA Lobbying Certification
- Standard Form - LLL Disclosure of Lobbying Activities
- Data on Professional Staff
- Sub-Contractor Information
- Qualified Business Enterprise Documentation
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/middlesexcountynj
- Duration
- 48 months
- Scope location
- New Brunswick, NJ
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Middlesex County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 17, 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/middlesexcountynj. For questions, contact Jennifer Bennett.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Middlesex County in NJ, 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 Jennifer Bennett at (732) 745-3277. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Turnkey microtransit program operations, Software and operational ecosystem, 5-mile expansion analysis, Public engagement strategy, Interlocal agreement model, Perth Amboy mobility hub pilot. 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 AND SPECIFIC PROJECT RELATED EXPERIENCE 30%, SERVICE METHODS AND RESPONSES TO SCOPE OF SERVICES 30%, TURNKEY READINESS AND USER INTERFACE ABILITIES 20%, COST PROPOSAL 15%, ABILITY TO DE..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Middlesex County?
All active and historical solicitations from Middlesex County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Middlesex County 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 17, 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: Proposal Sheet, Price Certification Signature form, Statement of Ownership Disclosure, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Notice of Exceptions, Proposal Document Checklist, Corporate Resolution, Business Regist. Review the full document from Middlesex County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: New Brunswick, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.