NH Department of Transportation - FTA Section 5339 Bus and Bus Facilities Program - SFY 2026
Bureau of Rail & TransitSpecial District · Concord, NH- Due
- Jan 29, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 31, 2025
- Primary contact
- Fred Butler
- (603) 271-2468
The 30-second brief
The NH Department of Transportation (NHDOT) Bureau of Rail & Transit invites applications for the FTA Section 5339 Bus and Bus Facilities Program for State Fiscal Year (SFY) 2026. Funding provides capital projects to replace, rehabilitate, and purchase buses, cutaway buses, ADA-accessible minivans, passenger vehicles, bus-related equipment, and construct bus-related facilities. The total available funding is approximately $5,919,619. Submission deadline is January 29, 2026 at 3:00 PM via email to Fred Butler. Projects will be evaluated based on state priorities, fiscal and technical capacity, service efficiency, compliance history, and local support.
Addressing state priorities (30%), Fiscal and technical capacity (20%), Service efficiency and effectiveness (20%), Compliance with Federal and state regulations (15%), Citizen and local government support (15%)
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Summary
The NH Department of Transportation (NHDOT) Bureau of Rail & Transit invites applications for the FTA Section 5339 Bus and Bus Facilities Program for State Fiscal Year (SFY) 2026.
Funding provides capital projects to replace, rehabilitate, and purchase buses, cutaway buses, ADA-accessible minivans, passenger vehicles, bus-related equipment, and construct bus-related facilities. The total available funding is approximately $5,919,619. Submission deadline is January 29, 2026 at 3:00 PM via email to Fred Butler. Projects will be evaluated based on state priorities, fiscal and technical capacity, service efficiency, compliance history, and local support.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Concord, NH
- Reported agency
- NH Department of Transportation
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Bureau of Rail & Transit?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 29, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Fred Butler.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Bureau of Rail & Transit in NH, 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 Fred Butler at (603) 271-2468. 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: "Addressing state priorities (30%), Fiscal and technical capacity (20%), Service efficiency and effectiveness (20%), Compliance with Federal and state regulations (15%), Citizen and local government su..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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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. Review the full document from Bureau of Rail & Transit for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Concord, NH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.