Santa Barbara County Association of Governments North County Transit Study RFP-034 2026
Santa Barbara County Association of GovernmentsMPO · Santa Barbara, CA- Due
- Jul 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 3, 2026
- Primary contact
- Sarkes Khachek
- (209) 402-4445
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Summary
The Santa Barbara County Association of Governments (SBCAG) is soliciting proposals under RFP-034 to develop and deliver a transit study for northern Santa Barbara County.
The selected offeror will update the 2006 and 2016 North Santa Barbara County Transit Plans in partnership with the Cities of Buellton, Guadalupe, Lompoc, Santa Maria, and Solvang, the County of Santa Barbara, the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians, and SMOOTH. The study requires coordination with a Project Study Team and review by the Santa Barbara County Transit Advisory Committee (SBCTAC). Proposals are due by July 22, 2026, at the SBCAG office in Santa Barbara. A Notice of Interest is due by June 19, 2026.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Attachment C: Project Study Team Members, Attachment D: Santa Barbara County Transit Advisory Committee Membership
- Submit to
- 260 N San Antonio Rd, Suite B, Santa Barbara, CA, 93110
- Scope location
- Santa Barbara, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Santa Barbara County Association of Governments?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 22, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 260 N San Antonio Rd, Suite B, Santa Barbara, CA, 93110. For questions, contact Sarkes Khachek.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Santa Barbara County Association of Governments in CA, 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 Sarkes Khachek at (209) 402-4445. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Santa Barbara County Association of Governments?
All active and historical solicitations from Santa Barbara County Association of Governments are tracked and searchable. As a mpo agency, Santa Barbara County Association of Governments 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Attachment C: Project Study Team Members, Attachment D: Santa Barbara County Transit Advisory Committee Membership. Review the full document from Santa Barbara County Association of Governments for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Santa Barbara, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.