Solano Transportation Authority - Travel Trainers for Solano Mobility Programs - RFP #2026-06 (2026)
Solano Transportation AuthorityPublic Authority · Suisun City, CA- Due
- Nov 30, 2026
- 27 days left
- Posted
- Oct 2, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Debbie McQuilkin
- (707) 424-6075
The 30-second brief
The Solano Transportation Authority (STA) is seeking proposals from qualified consultants to provide travel training services for Solano County residents to learn to travel safely and independently using public transportation, including local bus routes, Solano Express Intercity Routes, San Francisco Bay Ferry, and Capitol Corridor. The contractor will provide full-time, part-time, or on-call travel trainers to work between 40 to 60 hours per week conducting intake and assessments, individualized training programs, instructional services, classroom travel training, field trips, and outreach and promotion. The project includes a 3% Disadvantaged Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation goal and has an estimated cost not to exceed $100,000 per year for two years. Proposals are due by 4:00 PM on November 30, 2026. Questions are due by October 16, 2026, and responses will be posted by October 23, 2026.
Travel training services, Outreach presentations, Classroom travel training, Field trips, Monthly progress reports, Travel training assessment forms, Travel training checklists, Travel training interest forms, Travel training consent forms, Narrative of activities, Sign-in sheets, Complaint logs, Follow-up summaries, Field trip proposals, Pre-service and in-service training programs, Resource library, Established collaborative relationships, Monthly invoicing and reporting
Qualifications and specific experience of key personnel providing travel training (25 points), Project understanding and approach including coordination processes (20 points), Experience working with vulnerable individuals including the elderly and people with physical and cognitive disabilities (15 points), Capacity to provide key personnel and resources at varying work schedule and location (15 points), Consultant experience with similar types of projects (15 points), Satisfaction of previous clients (10 points)
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Summary
The Solano Transportation Authority (STA) is seeking proposals from qualified consultants to provide travel training services for Solano County residents to learn to travel safely and independently using public transportation, including local bus routes, Solano Express Intercity Routes, San Francisco Bay Ferry, and Capitol Corridor.
The contractor will provide full-time, part-time, or on-call travel trainers to work between 40 to 60 hours per week conducting intake and assessments, individualized training programs, instructional services, classroom travel training, field trips, and outreach and promotion. The project includes a 3% Disadvantaged Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation goal and has an estimated cost not to exceed $100,000 per year for two years. Proposals are due by 4:00 PM on November 30, 2026. Questions are due by October 16, 2026, and responses will be posted by October 23, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Qualifications and specific experience of key personnel providing travel training (25 points), Project understanding and approach including coordination processes (20 points), Experience working with vulnerable individuals including the elderly and people with physical and cognitive disabilities (15 points), Capacity to provide key personnel and resources at varying work schedule and location (15 points), Consultant experience with similar types of projects (15 points), Satisfaction of previous clients (10 points)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
18- Travel training services
- Outreach presentations
- Classroom travel training
- Field trips
- Monthly progress reports
- Travel training assessment forms
- Travel training checklists
- Travel training interest forms
- Travel training consent forms
- Narrative of activities
- Sign-in sheets
- Complaint logs
- Follow-up summaries
- Field trip proposals
- Pre-service and in-service training programs
- Resource library
- Established collaborative relationships
- Monthly invoicing and reporting
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Transmittal letter
- Work plan hours
- Cost proposal
- Federal Tax Liability and Recent Felony Convictions Certification Statement
- Debarment and Suspension Certification for Prospective Contractor
- ADM-0227F form
- ADM-0312F form
REQUIRED STAFFING
Travel Trainer, Manager
- Submit to
- https://sta.ca.gov/work-with-sta/procurement-opportunities/
- Scope location
- Suisun City, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Solano Transportation Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 30, 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://sta.ca.gov/work-with-sta/procurement-opportunities/. For questions, contact Debbie McQuilkin.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Solano 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 Debbie McQuilkin at (707) 424-6075. 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: Travel Trainer, Manager. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Travel training services, Outreach presentations, Classroom travel training, Field trips, Monthly progress reports, Travel training assessment forms, Travel training checklists, Travel training interest forms, Travel training consent forms, Narrative of activities, Sign-in sheets, Complaint logs, Fo. 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 experience of key personnel providing travel training (25 points), Project understanding and approach including coordination processes (20 points), Experience working with..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Solano Transportation Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Solano Transportation Authority are tracked and searchable. As a public authority agency, Solano 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 30, 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: Transmittal letter, work plan hours, cost proposal, Federal Tax Liability and Recent Felony Convictions Certification Statement, Debarment and Suspension Certification for Prospective Contractor, ADM-. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Solano 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: Suisun City, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.