Sound Transit Biddingo #RP 0017-25

Sound Transit GTFS-Pathways Data Management Solution and Services Solicitation

Sound Transit, the regional transit authority for the Seattle metropolitan area, is seeking proposals for a GTFS-Pathways data management solution and related services. - Government Buyer: - Agency: Sound Transit (Central Puget Sound Regional Transit Authority) - Office: Sr. Contracts Specialist - Products/Services Requested: - GTFS-Pathways Data Management Software Solution - Enables creation, capture, visualization, and management of GTFS-Pathways data for stations, parking garages, and adjacent areas - Must support real-time updates and multi-user collaboration - Integration with internal systems (e.g., Single Sign-On, elevator/escalator alert systems) - Ingestion and export of GTFS data in various formats - Implementation, integration, training, development, maintenance, and support services - Optional data creation and ongoing maintenance services for GTFS-Pathways datasets - On-call (ad-hoc) services for evolving specifications, new locations, and API changes - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Open to both pre-developed, market-ready tools and partnerships for new solution development - Emphasis on data security, confidentiality, and compliance with equal employment and small business participation goals - Must handle real-time, short-notice changes (e.g., elevator outages, emergency closures) - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation. - Contract Term: - Three years, with two optional one-year extensions - Price escalation applies only during option years, based on the Producer Price Index

Description

Sound Transit is requesting proposals from firms to provide services for creating, capturing, visualizing, and managing GTFS-Pathways data, including implementation, integration, training, development, maintenance, and support. The procurement may involve either a pre-developed tool or partnering on a new-to-market solution. The contract term is three years with possible extensions. A virtual pre-proposal meeting is scheduled, and proposals are due by May 30, 2025.

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