Opportunity
New Orleans Regional Transit Authority Procureware #RFP 2026-005
RTA On-Call Technical Safety Support Services for Transit Operations (SBE Set-Aside)
Posted
April 24, 2026
Respond By
May 22, 2026
Identifier
RFP 2026-005
NAICS
541690
The Regional Transit Authority (RTA) of New Orleans is seeking qualified Small Business Enterprises (SBEs) to provide on-call technical safety support services for its transit operations. - Government Buyer: - Regional Transit Authority (RTA), New Orleans, Louisiana - Scope of Services: - On-call technical safety support, including: - Safety and Security Certification (SSC) - Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) compliance - Technical safety and security training for personnel - Safety Management Systems (SMS) documentation and auditing - Technical review and advisory support - Employee Safety Reporting Program (ESRP) support - Ensuring compliance with Federal Transit Administration (FTA) safety regulations - Contract Details: - Initial three-year contract term - Two optional one-year renewals (up to five years total) - Eligibility: - Set aside for Small Business Enterprises (SBEs) as defined by RTA and federal regulations - Notable Requirements: - Consultant will work under the direction of the Chief of Safety, Security, and Emergency Management (SSEM) or designee - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; open to qualified SBEs - Place of Performance: - Regional Transit Authority, 2817 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70119
Description
The Regional Transit Authority (RTA) is seeking a highly qualified consultant to provide on-call consultant support in Safety and Security Certification (SSC), Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) compliance, technical safety and security training for personnel, internal Safety Management Systems (SMS) documentation and auditing, technical review, and compliance with FTA safety regulations. The consultant will work under the direction of the Chief of Safety, Security, and Emergency Management (SSEM) or designee to ensure RTA's safety and security programs meet federal, state, and local requirements while maintaining best practices in transit safety management. The term of the agreement will be for three years. Proposals must be submitted by May 22, 2026.