Opportunity
Ben Franklin Transit Opengov #RFP 26-14
Consultant Services for Short Range Transit Plan for Ben Franklin Transit
Posted
September 04, 2026
Respond By
October 05, 2026
Identifier
RFP 26-14
NAICS
541618
Ben Franklin Transit (BFT) in Richland, Washington is seeking consultant services to develop a Short Range Transit Plan (SRTP). - Government Buyer: - Ben Franklin Transit (BFT), Richland, WA - Scope of Work: - Develop a Short Range Transit Plan (SRTP) covering the next 1–5 years - Address fixed-route, CONNECT microtransit, ADA paratransit, and other transit services - Include proposed service changes at the route level - Assess headcount and operator resource requirements - Provide capital and financial planning for hiring, fleet procurement, and annual budgeting - Deliver a comprehensive financial assessment and scenario modeling - Structure plan for integration into BFT's annual Transit Development Plan - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Plan must comply with federal and state regulations, including FTA requirements, Buy America, and environmental standards - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Products/Services Requested: - Consultant services for SRTP development (1 engagement) - No hardware, software, or OEM-specific products are requested; this is a professional consulting services procurement.
Description
Ben Franklin Transit (BFT) is seeking consultant services to develop a Short Range Transit Plan (SRTP) that will guide transit service, operational, and financial strategies for the next 1 to 5 years. The plan will identify proposed service changes at the route level, specify required headcount and operator resources, and provide capital and financial inputs for hiring, fleet procurement, and budgeting. The project includes multiple phases such as assessment, plan development, implementation, and sustainment, covering fixed-route, CONNECT microtransit, ADA paratransit, and other services. The SRTP will be a standalone, Board-adopted document structured for future integration into BFT's annual Transit Development Plan and will adhere to federal and state regulations including FTA requirements and Buy America standards.