Opportunity
Sound Transit Biddingo #RP 0138-23
Sound Transit Seeks Five-Year Public Engagement Consulting Services for Transit Expansion
Posted
August 14, 2023
Respond By
September 22, 2023
Identifier
RP 0138-23
NAICS
541820
Sound Transit, the Central Puget Sound Regional Transit Authority, is seeking a consulting partner for a five-year on-call contract to support public engagement for major transit expansion projects. - Government Buyer: - Sound Transit (Central Puget Sound Regional Transit Authority), serving King, Pierce, and Snohomish counties in Washington - Scope of Services: - Public engagement consulting services for light rail, bus rapid transit, and commuter rail expansion - Communication development, outreach planning and execution, public meetings, research, event staffing, and strategic planning - Web and digital content development, advertising, and technical support (including virtual open houses) - Emphasis on equitable, inclusive, and effective engagement with diverse communities - Notable Requirements: - No specific OEMs or vendors named; procurement is for professional consulting services - Focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion in all engagement activities - Strict conflict of interest, public disclosure, insurance, and data security/confidentiality standards - No Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) or Small Business goals set - Funding: - Partially funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Transit Administration - Period of Performance: - Five-year contract term, supporting multiple system expansion milestones and annual service plans
Description
Sound Transit is seeking proposals from firms to provide public information and engagement services. The contract term is five years, focusing on effective, equitable, and inclusive public engagement opportunities and information dissemination to diverse communities. The procurement is supported in part by the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Transit Administration and includes multiple addenda and clarifications. Proposals were due by September 22, 2023, following an extension from the original date.