Valley Regional Transit - Government Affairs Consulting - RFP REG-BASE-26-8 (2026)
Valley Regional TransitPublic Authority · Meridian, ID- Due
- Sep 9, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 19, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Kevin Womack
The 30-second brief
Valley Regional Transit (VRT) seeks proposals for Government Affairs Consulting services on an as-needed basis for an initial term of two years, with options for two additional one-year terms. The consultant will engage with state and federal leaders, state and federal transportation agencies, and local officials regarding public transportation issues, funding, and grant applications. Proposals are due by September 9, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Mountain Time, with questions due by August 26, 2026. Evaluation will be based on qualifications, best value, and price.
Qualifications, best value, price
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Summary
Valley Regional Transit (VRT) seeks proposals for Government Affairs Consulting services on an as-needed basis for an initial term of two years, with options for two additional one-year terms.
The consultant will engage with state and federal leaders, state and federal transportation agencies, and local officials regarding public transportation issues, funding, and grant applications. Proposals are due by September 9, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Mountain Time, with questions due by August 26, 2026. Evaluation will be based on qualifications, best value, and price.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Qualifications
- Best value
- Price
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Brief introduction of Offeror's company history, experience, and qualifications
- Identification of project manager
- Description of the support throughout the term of the project
- Completed Price Schedule
- Confirmation of solicitation addendums
- Completed Offeror's General Information Form
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 24 months
- Scope location
- Ada and Canyon Counties, ID
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Valley Regional Transit?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 9, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Kevin Womack.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Valley Regional Transit in ID, 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 Kevin Womack. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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, best value, price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Valley Regional Transit?
All active and historical solicitations from Valley Regional Transit are tracked and searchable. As a public authority agency, Valley Regional Transit 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 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Brief introduction of Offeror's company history, experience, and qualifications; Identification of project manager; Description of the support throughout the term of the project; Completed Price Sched. Review the full document from Valley Regional Transit for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Ada and Canyon Counties, ID. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.