Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority - Title VI Fare Equity and Revenue Impact Analyses - RFP S26175, 2026
Santa Clara Valley Transportation AuthorityPublic Authority · San Jose, CA- Due
- Nov 17, 2026
- 20 days left
- Posted
- Oct 20, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Alvin Lucas
- (408) 952-8927
The 30-second brief
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority seeks proposals for professional support services to conduct Title VI Fare Equity Analyses, evaluate equity, ridership, and revenue impacts of proposed fare and fare media changes, support public outreach and Board engagement, and provide ongoing Title VI and federal compliance support. The scope includes analyzing fare increases based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI-U), integrating Clipper pilot programs such as Clipper BayPass and Clipper START, integrating VTA pilot programs including High School SmartPass and Bulk Pass, transitioning legacy fare media to Clipper, and introducing 7-day and 31-day fare capping. The contract term is two years. Responses are due by November 17, 2026. A virtual pre-proposal conference is scheduled for November 2, 2026, and RFP comments are due by November 4, 2026. The SBE contract goal is 2% and local firm preference applies.
Qualifications (20 points), Staffing and Project Organization (30 points), Work Plan and Approach / Project Understanding (20 points), Cost Proposal (20 points), Local Firm Preference (10 points)
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Summary
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority seeks proposals for professional support services to conduct Title VI Fare Equity Analyses, evaluate equity, ridership, and revenue impacts of proposed fare and fare media changes, support public outreach and Board engagement, and provide ongoing Title VI and federal compliance support.
The scope includes analyzing fare increases based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI-U), integrating Clipper pilot programs such as Clipper BayPass and Clipper START, integrating VTA pilot programs including High School SmartPass and Bulk Pass, transitioning legacy fare media to Clipper, and introducing 7-day and 31-day fare capping. The contract term is two years. Responses are due by November 17, 2026. A virtual pre-proposal conference is scheduled for November 2, 2026, and RFP comments are due by November 4, 2026. The SBE contract goal is 2% and local firm preference applies.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
12- Proposal Form 1A
- Proposal Form 1B
- Proposal Form 3
- Proposal Form 4
- Proposal Form 5
- Proposal Form 6
- Proposal Form 7
- Proposal Form 8
- Proposal Form 9
- Proposal Form 10
- Proposal Form 11
- Certificate of Reported Compliance
REQUIRED STAFFING
3- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/vta
- Scope location
- San Jose, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 17, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/vta. For questions, contact Alvin Lucas.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority 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 Alvin Lucas at (408) 952-8927. 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: Project Manager, Title VI Expert, Fare Modeling Lead. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
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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 (20 points), Staffing and Project Organization (30 points), Work Plan and Approach / Project Understanding (20 points), Cost Proposal (20 points), Local Firm Preference (10 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority are tracked and searchable. As a public authority agency, Santa Clara Valley 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 2 years. 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 Form 1A, Proposal Form 1B, Proposal Form 3, Proposal Form 4, Proposal Form 5, Proposal Form 6, Proposal Form 7, Proposal Form 8, Proposal Form 9, Proposal Form 10, Proposal Form 11, Certifica. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Santa Clara Valley 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: San Jose, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.