Sound Transit Biddingo #RP 0158-21

Sound Transit Awards Title VI Program Consultant Services Contract

Sound Transit has awarded a contract for Title VI Program Consultant services to support compliance with Federal Transit Administration (FTA) regulations. - Government Buyer: - Central Puget Sound Regional Transit Authority (Sound Transit) - Office of Civil Rights, Equity and Inclusion (CREI) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or product manufacturers are named; this is a professional services contract. - Products/Services Requested: - Title VI Program Consultant Services - Technical assistance and consultation for Title VI Program - Project management and production support for six Service & Fare Equity Analyses (SAFEs) - Collaboration with the Office of Civil Rights, Equity and Inclusion - Review of technical content for FTA compliance - Recommendations for program improvements - Research, analysis, and consultation for Title VI-related inquiries - Development of procedures or policies - Review of Sound Transit programs for best practices and compliance - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Emphasis on ensuring equity in fare and service changes impacting minority and low-income populations - Integration of public engagement in SAFE analyses - Sustainability practices and best practices in compliance - Page count limits for proposals - Period of Performance: - Initial contract term is one year, with up to four additional one-year extension options at Sound Transit's discretion

Description

Sound Transit is seeking proposals from firms to provide technical assistance and consultation for its Title VI Program to ensure compliance with Federal Transit Administration (FTA) regulations. The contract term is anticipated to be one year with an option to extend for four additional one-year terms. The scope includes technical project management and support for six upcoming Service & Fare Equity Analyses (SAFEs) and other Title VI related inquiries and program reviews. The solicitation was awarded, and proposals were due by November 23, 2021.

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