Transbay Joint Powers Authority - Park Programming and Management Services - RFP 2026-09 (2026)
Transbay Joint Powers AuthoritySpecial District · San Francisco, CA- Due
- Nov 4, 2026
- 9 days left
- Posted
- Sep 25, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Procurement Team
- (415) 597-4619
The 30-second brief
The Transbay Joint Powers Authority is seeking proposals from qualified firms for Park Programming and Management Services for the Salesforce Transit Center and Park located in San Francisco, California. The scope of work includes developing and implementing a diverse park programming plan on a weekly, monthly, and seasonal calendar basis, managing park events, marketing and outreach, brand partnerships, and general administration. The contract term is anticipated to be five years. Proposals are due by November 4, 2026, and questions must be submitted by October 2, 2026. Required qualifications include five years of experience in park operations and management services, and successfully sourcing and executing park programming and events in an urban environment.
Park programming plan, Yearly programming budget, RFQ bench of programmers, Subcontracts management, Park amenities, In-house events, Park communication and marketing strategy, Social media management, Brand partnership activations, Annual staffing plan and budget, Annual report
Qualifications and Experience (25%), Approach to Providing the Services (35%), References (5%), Cost (35%)
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Summary
The Transbay Joint Powers Authority is seeking proposals from qualified firms for Park Programming and Management Services for the Salesforce Transit Center and Park located in San Francisco, California.
The scope of work includes developing and implementing a diverse park programming plan on a weekly, monthly, and seasonal calendar basis, managing park events, marketing and outreach, brand partnerships, and general administration. The contract term is anticipated to be five years. Proposals are due by November 4, 2026, and questions must be submitted by October 2, 2026. Required qualifications include five years of experience in park operations and management services, and successfully sourcing and executing park programming and events in an urban environment.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- Park programming plan
- Yearly programming budget
- RFQ bench of programmers
- Subcontracts management
- Park amenities
- In-house events
- Park communication and marketing strategy
- Social media management
- Brand partnership activations
- Annual staffing plan and budget
- Annual report
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Model Professional Services Agreement confirmation
- USDOT Requirements confirmation
- Fly America Certification
- Buy America Certification
- New Restrictions on Lobbying Certification
- Certification Regarding Debarment Suspension and Other Responsibility Matters
- DBE Program Forms
- Bidders/Proposers Information Request Form
- Submittal Confirmation
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/tjpa/projects/306899/document?projectId=2026-09
- Scope location
- San Francisco, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Transbay Joint Powers Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 4, 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/tjpa/projects/306899/document?projectId=2026-09. For questions, contact Procurement Team.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Transbay Joint Powers 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 Procurement Team at (415) 597-4619. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Park programming plan, Yearly programming budget, RFQ bench of programmers, Subcontracts management, Park amenities, In-house events, Park communication and marketing strategy, Social media management, Brand partnership activations, Annual staffing plan and budget, Annual report. 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 Experience (25%), Approach to Providing the Services (35%), References (5%), Cost (35%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Transbay Joint Powers Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Transbay Joint Powers Authority are tracked and searchable. As a special district agency, Transbay Joint Powers 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 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 4, 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: Model Professional Services Agreement confirmation, USDOT Requirements confirmation, Fly America Certification, Buy America Certification, New Restrictions on Lobbying Certification, Certification Reg. Review the full document from Transbay Joint Powers 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: San Francisco, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.