Rapid City Area MPO Microtransit Feasibility Study RFP 2026
Rapid city Area MPOMPO · Rapid city, SD- Due
- Apr 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Megan Gould
- (605) 394-6631
The 30-second brief
The Rapid City Area MPO is soliciting proposals for a comprehensive Microtransit Feasibility Study to evaluate on-demand, fixed-route, and hybrid transit models within city limits. Proposals are due April 14, 2026.
Monthly MFS updates, Electronic draft MFS and executive summary, Electronic final MFS and executive summary, Ten printed copies of draft and final reports, Working papers, ESRI ArcGIS geodatabase feature classes
Firm's Experience, Firm's Competence, Firm's Approach, Firm's Management Procedures, Overall quality of the proposal
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Summary
The Rapid City Area MPO is soliciting proposals for a comprehensive Microtransit Feasibility Study to evaluate on-demand, fixed-route, and hybrid transit models within city limits. Proposals are due April 14, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Firm's Experience
- Firm's Competence
- Firm's Approach
- Firm's Management Procedures
- Overall quality of the proposal
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Monthly MFS updates
- Electronic draft MFS and executive summary
- Electronic final MFS and executive summary
- Ten printed copies of draft and final reports
- Working papers
- ESRI ArcGIS geodatabase feature classes
REQUIRED STAFFING
3- Submit to
- 300 Sixth Street, Rapid City, SD 57701
- Scope location
- Rapid City, SD
- Reported agency
- Rapid City Area Metropolitan Planning Organization
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Rapid city Area MPO?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 14, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: 300 Sixth Street, Rapid City, SD 57701. For questions, contact Megan Gould.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Rapid city Area MPO in SD, 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 Megan Gould at (605) 394-6631. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Principal investigators, Key professionals, Support personnel. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Monthly MFS updates, Electronic draft MFS and executive summary, Electronic final MFS and executive summary, Ten printed copies of draft and final reports, Working papers, ESRI ArcGIS geodatabase feature classes. 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: "Firm's Experience, Firm's Competence, Firm's Approach, Firm's Management Procedures, Overall quality of the proposal" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Rapid city Area MPO?
All active and historical solicitations from Rapid city Area MPO are tracked and searchable. As a mpo agency, Rapid city Area MPO 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. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Rapid city Area MPO for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Rapid City, SD. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.