Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority - Homeland Security Exercise & Evaluation Program - RFP No. 26-00328-ACAC
Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation AuthorityPublic Authority · Philadelphia, PA- Due
- Nov 9, 2026
- 24 days left
- Posted
- Oct 7, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Carolyn Cotton
- (215) 580-7599
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is seeking proposals from qualified consultants to design, develop, conduct, and evaluate a comprehensive two-year Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) exercise program, to strengthen SEPTA's preparedness, response, recovery, continuity, and resilience capabilities across its multimodal transportation system. The contractor will support SEPTA in implementing a progressive exercise program consisting of two workshops, two tabletop exercises (TTXs), and two full-scale exercises (FSEs) designed to validate plans, procedures, policies, operational capabilities, and interagency coordination. Exercise focus areas include terrorist threats and attacks, active assailant incidents, hazardous materials releases, cybersecurity and cyber-physical disruptions, rail and transportation emergencies, infrastructure failures, mass casualty incidents, severe weather events, public health emergencies, and continuity of operations challenges. The submission deadline is November 9, 2026, at 1:00 PM. A virtual pre-proposal meeting via Microsoft Teams is scheduled for October 19, 2026, at 10:00 AM. Written questions must be received no later than October 26, 2026.
Project Management Plan, Exercise Design Documentation, Workshop Materials and Reports, Tabletop Exercise Packages, Full-Scale Exercise Packages, Meeting Agendas and Minutes, MSELs and Evaluation Guides, Controller/Evaluator Handbooks, Participant Materials, Exercise-Related Equipment, Hotwash Reports, Six (6) After-Action Reports/Improvement Plans, Bi-Weekly, Monthly, And Quarterly Status Reports, Program Closeout Report
Project Approach and Deliverables, Qualifications and Experience, Quality and Design of Exercise Materials, Project Plan and Program Management Approach
SUMMARY
Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is seeking proposals from qualified consultants to design, develop, conduct, and evaluate a comprehensive two-year Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) exercise program, to strengthen SEPTA's preparedness, response, recovery, continuity, and resilience capabilities across its multimodal transportation system.
The contractor will support SEPTA in implementing a progressive exercise program consisting of two workshops, two tabletop exercises (TTXs), and two full-scale exercises (FSEs) designed to validate plans, procedures, policies, operational capabilities, and interagency coordination. Exercise focus areas include terrorist threats and attacks, active assailant incidents, hazardous materials releases, cybersecurity and cyber-physical disruptions, rail and transportation emergencies, infrastructure failures, mass casualty incidents, severe weather events, public health emergencies, and continuity of operations challenges. The submission deadline is November 9, 2026, at 1:00 PM. A virtual pre-proposal meeting via Microsoft Teams is scheduled for October 19, 2026, at 10:00 AM. Written questions must be received no later than October 26, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Project Approach and Deliverables
- Qualifications and Experience
- Quality and Design of Exercise Materials
- Project Plan and Program Management Approach
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
16- Project Management Plan
- Exercise Design Documentation
- Workshop Materials and Reports
- Tabletop Exercise Packages
- Full-Scale Exercise Packages
- Meeting Agendas and Minutes
- MSELs and Evaluation Guides
- Controller/Evaluator Handbooks
- Participant Materials
- Exercise-Related Equipment
- Hotwash Reports
- Six (6) After-Action Reports/Improvement Plans
- Bi-Weekly
- Monthly
- Quarterly Status Reports
- Program Closeout Report
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Technical Proposal, Price Proposal, Technical Proposal flash drive, Certification Regarding Lobbying, Certification Regarding Compliance with Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, DBE Participation Schedule, Non-DBE Participation Schedule, SEPTA Solicitation Statistics Survey Form, Addendum Acknowledgment Form
- Submit to
- 1234 Market Street, 11th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19107-3780
- Duration
- 24 months
- Scope location
- Philadelphia, PA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 9, 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: 1234 Market Street, 11th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19107-3780. For questions, contact Carolyn Cotton.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority in PA, 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 Carolyn Cotton at (215) 580-7599. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Project Management Plan, Exercise Design Documentation, Workshop Materials and Reports, Tabletop Exercise Packages, Full-Scale Exercise Packages, Meeting Agendas and Minutes, MSELs and Evaluation Guides, Controller/Evaluator Handbooks, Participant Materials, Exercise-Related Equipment, Hotwash Repor. 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: "Project Approach and Deliverables, Qualifications and Experience, Quality and Design of Exercise Materials, Project Plan and Program Management Approach" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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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 9, 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: Technical Proposal, Price Proposal, Technical Proposal flash drive, Certification Regarding Lobbying, Certification Regarding Compliance with Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, DBE Participat. Review the full document from Southeastern Pennsylvania 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: Philadelphia, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.