Winston-Salem Civicplus #RFP26213

Forsyth County Solicits Nonprofit Providers for Elderly and Disabled Transportation Services

Forsyth County, North Carolina is seeking qualified nonprofit agencies to provide accessible transportation services for elderly (age 60+) and disabled residents: - Government Buyer: - Forsyth County, City/County Purchasing Department - Office contact: Jessica Ferris-Irick - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or commercial vendors are named; solicitation is open to eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofit service providers - Products/Services Requested: - Transportation services for eligible elderly and disabled residents - Includes trips for personal care, non-emergency medical appointments, medication pickup, essential shopping, bill paying, public hearings, committee meetings, employment-related activities, and human service agency appointments - Services must use ADA-accessible vehicles - Agencies must have a rider intake process and meet NCDOT and County reporting requirements - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Agencies must have at least three years of experience and prior experience with NCDOT ROAP or similar grants - Must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization - Monthly reporting to Forsyth County Community and Economic Development Department is required - Compliance with ADA, E-Verify, and insurance requirements is mandatory - Funding is approximately $180,000, distributed among qualifying agencies based on a competitive per-trip rate - Contract term is one year, with potential for annual renewal, subject to Board of Commissioners approval

Description

Forsyth County is seeking proposals from qualified nonprofit agencies to provide transportation services to elderly and disabled citizens. The contract term is one year, subject to approval by the Forsyth County Board of Commissioners. Services include transportation for eligible residents for personal care, medical appointments, essential shopping, and other approved activities. Agencies must comply with ADA requirements and provide monthly reporting to the Forsyth County Community and Economic Development Department.

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