Opportunity
Sound Transit Biddingo #RP 0085-22
Sound Transit Solicits Day-Use Lodging for BNSF Crew Operating Sounder Commuter Rail
Posted
August 11, 2022
Respond By
September 02, 2022
Identifier
RP 0085-22
NAICS
721199
Sound Transit is seeking proposals for day-use lodging accommodations for Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) crew members operating the Sounder Commuter Rail in the Seattle area. - Government Buyer: - Sound Transit (Seattle regional transit authority) - Products/Services Requested: - Day-use hotel or motel rooms (no overnight stays) - Minimum of 15 rooms required on weekdays, with occasional weekend rooms for special events - Rooms must be located within 3 miles of Amtrak Holgate Yard - Amenities required: queen-sized beds, free Wi-Fi, continental breakfast, and fitness facilities - No parking required (crews use shuttle service) - Quantities: - Weekday and weekend room requirements specified for both peak and off-season periods, with detailed quantities for each period - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Day-use only (rooms vacated daily) - Ability to accommodate daily check-outs for all rooms - Occasional weekend use with advance notice - Pricing structured by peak/off-season and weekday/weekend - No DBE or Small Business participation goals - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Estimated cost per room: $150–$320, fully burdened, excluding certain local assessments
Description
Sound Transit is soliciting proposals from firms to provide day use lodging accommodations for Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) crew members who operate the Sounder Commuter Rail. The contract term is from December 1, 2022 through December 31, 2024, with a possible extension of up to four additional months. The procurement is classified under administrative and support services as well as accommodation services. Proposals were due by September 1, 2022, and the project is located in Washington State.