Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority Federal Advocacy Services RFQ 2026-RFQ-050
Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority, Toledo, OH·Public Authority
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- Primary Contact
- Sam Melden · (419) 245-5222
- Scope Location
- Toledo, OH
- Submission Address
- 1127 W Central Ave, Toledo, OH, 43610
SUMMARY
The Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority (TARTA) is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) for an Advocate to provide consulting services related to Federal Advocacy under project number 2026-RFQ-050. The selected firm will provide professional advocacy and consulting services to represent TARTA's interests at the federal level. Interested firms must submit SOQs by March 20, 2026, to the submission location at 1127 W Central Ave, Toledo, OH. A Notice of Interest is due by March 6, 2026. The solicitation includes various federal clauses, lobbying certifications, and non-collusion declarations as required attachments.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
FederalClauses, Declaration_of_Non-Collusion, Lobbying_Certification, Attachment_A, Attachment_D, Attachment_B, Attachment_E, Attachment_C
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How do I respond to this RFQ from Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 20, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 1127 W Central Ave, Toledo, OH, 43610. For questions, contact Sam Melden.
Where can I find more RFPs from Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority?
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What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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: FederalClauses, Declaration_of_Non-Collusion, Lobbying_Certification, Attachment_A, Attachment_D, Attachment_B, Attachment_E, Attachment_C. Review the full document from Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
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 RFQ 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 Sam Melden at (419) 245-5222. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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.
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