Opportunity
Neoride Opengov #2026-RFP-02
Technology Consulting Services for Public Transit (NEORide)
Posted
March 23, 2026
Respond By
May 08, 2026
Identifier
2026-RFP-02
NAICS
541512, 541690
NEORide, a Council of Governments supporting over 40 regional transit agencies in 12 states, is seeking a Technology Consultant for Public Transit to enhance its technology initiatives. - Government Buyer: - NEORide (Council of Governments) - Products/Services Requested: - Technology consulting services for public transit - Technical support for NEORide's ATTAIN grant - General IT consulting - Cybersecurity - Data analytics - Artificial intelligence (AI) - Salesforce support - Mobile ticketing - Emerging transportation technologies - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Consultant will serve NEORide members through a Master Services Agreement - Funded by a 0.75% administration fee paid to NEORide by awarded contractors, applied to vendor sales and invoices - Proposals evaluated on pricing, project understanding, technical capacity, experience, and team availability - Federal requirements apply (civil rights, debarment, anti-kickback laws) - Contract governed by the laws of Ohio and may be extended up to 2 years with mutual agreement
Description
NEORide is seeking proposals for a Technology Consultant specializing in public transit to provide technical support including IT consulting, cybersecurity, data analytics, AI, Salesforce, mobile ticketing, and emerging transportation technologies. The consultant will serve NEORide members through a Master Services Agreement. The procurement is funded by an administration fee paid by awarded contractors. Proposals are due by May 8, 2026, and must be submitted electronically via the procurement portal.