Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority - Battery Electric Bus Maintenance Training & Apprenticeship Program - 2026-REQ-073
Toledo Area Regional Transit AuthorityPublic Authority · Toledo, OH- Due
- Nov 19, 2026
- 16 days left
- Posted
- Oct 22, 2026
- Primary contact
- Ursula Barrera-Richards
- (419) 245-5220
The 30-second brief
Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority seeks competitive proposals from qualified firms to develop and implement a comprehensive zero-emission workforce development, maintenance training, and apprenticeship framework for battery electric bus and zero-emission vehicle operations. The engagement builds internal capability as TARTA expands its zero-emission fleet, moving employees from foundational safety knowledge to advanced electrical theory, high-voltage safety, safe isolation, lockout-tagout, diagnostics, troubleshooting, structured OJT, apprenticeship milestones, and internal instructor capability. The project encompasses a skills-gap assessment, ZEB/BEB technical curriculum development, role-based competency pathways, apprenticeship and OJT frameworks, education and industry partnerships, Train-the-Trainer programs, hands-on exercises, and diagnostic tools specifications. Proposals are due by November 19, 2026, with a question deadline of November 5, 2026. Submissions must be delivered electronically via the OpenGov Procurement portal or at 1127 W Central Ave, Toledo, OH 43610.
Validated skills-gap and training-needs assessment, Phased workforce and technical training roadmap, Role-based competency matrix, Workforce Staffing and Succession Plan, Curriculum crosswalk and standards-alignment matrix, Complete Technical Training Curriculum Package, Apprenticeship/JATC governance and OJT/RSI framework, OJT logs, Mentor tools and milestone documentation, Train-the-Trainer curriculum and delivery, Instructor guides, Lesson plans, Assessments and practical evaluation tools, Hands-on OJT exercise library, Diagnostic equipment, PPE, Tool and training-aid requirements, Partnership and RSI strategy, Program tracking and measurement framework, Rollout and continuous-improvement plan, Knowledge-transfer and sustainability plan, Pilot Training Evaluation Report, Monthly project reporting and final implementation package
Technical approach and responsiveness to scope, Relevant ZEB/BEB workforce and technical training experience, Apprenticeship, OJT/RSI, Train-the-Trainer, and competency-development experience, Qualifications and availability of key personnel, Cost Proposal, References and demonstrated performance on comparable engagements
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Summary
Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority seeks competitive proposals from qualified firms to develop and implement a comprehensive zero-emission workforce development, maintenance training, and apprenticeship framework for battery electric bus and zero-emission vehicle operations.
The engagement builds internal capability as TARTA expands its zero-emission fleet, moving employees from foundational safety knowledge to advanced electrical theory, high-voltage safety, safe isolation, lockout-tagout, diagnostics, troubleshooting, structured OJT, apprenticeship milestones, and internal instructor capability. The project encompasses a skills-gap assessment, ZEB/BEB technical curriculum development, role-based competency pathways, apprenticeship and OJT frameworks, education and industry partnerships, Train-the-Trainer programs, hands-on exercises, and diagnostic tools specifications. Proposals are due by November 19, 2026, with a question deadline of November 5, 2026. Submissions must be delivered electronically via the OpenGov Procurement portal or at 1127 W Central Ave, Toledo, OH 43610.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
9- Technical approach and responsiveness to scope
- Relevant ZEB/BEB workforce and technical training experience
- Apprenticeship
- OJT/RSI
- Train-the-Trainer
- Competency-development experience
- Qualifications and availability of key personnel
- Cost Proposal
- References and demonstrated performance on comparable engagements
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
23- Validated skills-gap and training-needs assessment
- Phased workforce and technical training roadmap
- Role-based competency matrix
- Workforce Staffing and Succession Plan
- Curriculum crosswalk and standards-alignment matrix
- Complete Technical Training Curriculum Package
- Apprenticeship/JATC governance and OJT/RSI framework
- OJT logs
- Mentor tools and milestone documentation
- Train-the-Trainer curriculum and delivery
- Instructor guides
- Lesson plans
- Assessments and practical evaluation tools
- Hands-on OJT exercise library
- Diagnostic equipment
- PPE
- Tool and training-aid requirements
- Partnership and RSI strategy
- Program tracking and measurement framework
- Rollout and continuous-improvement plan
- Knowledge-transfer and sustainability plan
- Pilot Training Evaluation Report
- Monthly project reporting and final implementation package
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Declaration of Non-Collusion
- Lobbying Certification
- Proposal without pricing
- Pricing Information
- Compliance Confirmation
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/tarta
- Scope location
- Toledo, OH
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 19, 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://procurement.opengov.com/portal/tarta. For questions, contact Ursula Barrera-Richards.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority in OH, 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 Ursula Barrera-Richards at (419) 245-5220. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Validated skills-gap and training-needs assessment, Phased workforce and technical training roadmap, Role-based competency matrix, Workforce Staffing and Succession Plan, Curriculum crosswalk and standards-alignment matrix, Complete Technical Training Curriculum Package, Apprenticeship/JATC governan. 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 responsiveness to scope, Relevant ZEB/BEB workforce and technical training experience, Apprenticeship, OJT/RSI, Train-the-Trainer, and competency-development experience, Qualifi..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 19, 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: Declaration of Non-Collusion, Lobbying Certification, Proposal without pricing, Pricing Information, Compliance Confirmation. Review the full document from Toledo Area Regional Transit 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: Toledo, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.