City of Farmington Ionwave #26-166043

Farmington, NM Seeks Contractor for Red Apple Transit Operations and Paratransit Services

This opportunity involves the City of Farmington, New Mexico, seeking a qualified contractor to operate its Red Apple Transit public transportation system. - Government Buyer: - City of Farmington, Central Purchasing Division and Administrative Services/Purchasing - Public Transit Services office - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; City provides all buses and major transit equipment - Products/Services Requested: - Public transit operations services for fixed-route and paratransit (Dial-A-Ride) using City-owned buses - Management, staffing, dispatch, ADA compliance, customer service, and potential implementation of microtransit or on-demand services - Contractor must provide facilities, telephone systems, and personnel - Quantities: - Services to be provided for 12 months (one year), with possible renewal for up to nine additional years - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Strict compliance with federal and state regulations (e.g., ADA, Fly America, Clean Water, Anti-Lobbying) - Use of City-owned vehicles and equipment - Performance standards for on-time service and customer complaint resolution - Potential for service expansion to microtransit or on-demand models - Contractor responsible for all aspects of daily operations except for vehicles and major equipment - Place of Performance: - Services within Farmington city limits and surrounding San Juan County communities - Key locations include City Municipal Operations Center (101 N. Browning Parkway) and fueling at Navajo St. and Municipal Drive

Description

The City of Farmington, New Mexico, is soliciting proposals from qualified firms to provide public transit operations services using City-owned buses. The services cover the City limits of Farmington and surrounding communities in San Juan County, spanning approximately 67.3 miles. The transit system, known as Red Apple Transit, includes both fixed-route and complimentary paratransit (Dial-A-Ride) services. Proposals must be submitted via the City's online bidding system by April 8, 2026.

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