South Central Regional Transit District - Fare Payment Technology, Equipment and Support Services - RFP 2026-1026 (2026)
South Central Regional Transit DistrictPublic Authority · Sunland Park, NM- Due
- Nov 30, 2026
- 27 days left
- Posted
- Oct 26, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Liza Alonzo
The 30-second brief
South Central Regional Transit District seeks a complete, turnkey fare-payment solution for approximately 26 revenue buses in Sunland Park, New Mexico. The scope includes validators, card readers, onboard devices, mounting hardware, cabling, power components, mobile ticketing, QR/barcode and contactless payment, back-office software, administrative tools, reporting, reconciliation, data export capabilities, installation, configuration, testing, training, warranty, maintenance, and technical support. Proposals are due by November 30, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. MST, with written questions due November 6, 2026. This procurement utilizes FTA Section 5307 assistance and requires compliance with Buy America, DBE reporting, and federal contract provisions.
Commercial fare-payment equipment, Software, Integration, Installation on approximately 26 revenue buses, Testing, Training, Warranty, Maintenance, And support.
Technical approach and proposed solution (25), System functionality, interoperability and data approach (20), Relevant transit fare-payment experience and qualifications (15), Implementation, installation, testing and project schedule (15), Warranty, maintenance, support and lifecycle approach (10), Price and five-year lifecycle value (15)
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Summary
South Central Regional Transit District seeks a complete, turnkey fare-payment solution for approximately 26 revenue buses in Sunland Park, New Mexico.
The scope includes validators, card readers, onboard devices, mounting hardware, cabling, power components, mobile ticketing, QR/barcode and contactless payment, back-office software, administrative tools, reporting, reconciliation, data export capabilities, installation, configuration, testing, training, warranty, maintenance, and technical support. Proposals are due by November 30, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. MST, with written questions due November 6, 2026. This procurement utilizes FTA Section 5307 assistance and requires compliance with Buy America, DBE reporting, and federal contract provisions.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Commercial fare-payment equipment
- Software
- Integration
- Installation on approximately 26 revenue buses
- Testing
- Training
- Warranty
- Maintenance
- Support
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
13- Cover letter
- Technical proposal
- Implementation plan
- Cybersecurity and PCI approach
- Testing plan
- Training/warranty/maintenance/support plan
- Project schedule and key personnel
- References
- Price proposal and five-year lifecycle cost
- Federal certifications package
- Conflict-of-interest disclosure
- DBE/subcontractor disclosure
- Bidders list information
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Sunland Park, NM
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from South Central Regional Transit District?
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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Liza Alonzo.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including South Central Regional Transit District in NM, 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 Liza Alonzo. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Commercial fare-payment equipment, Software, Integration, Installation on approximately 26 revenue buses, Testing, Training, Warranty, Maintenance, And support.. 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: "Technical approach and proposed solution (25), System functionality, interoperability and data approach (20), Relevant transit fare-payment experience and qualifications (15), Implementation, installa..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from South Central Regional Transit District?
All active and historical solicitations from South Central Regional Transit District are tracked and searchable. As a public authority agency, South Central Regional Transit District 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 5 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: Cover letter, technical proposal, implementation plan, cybersecurity and PCI approach, testing plan, training/warranty/maintenance/support plan, project schedule and key personnel, references, price p. Review the full document from South Central Regional Transit District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Sunland Park, NM. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.