Massachusetts COMMBUYS #105F-26

MBTA Shuttle Bus Services for Transit Disruptions and Maintenance

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) is seeking qualified vendors to provide comprehensive shuttle bus services for planned and emergency transit disruptions. - Government Buyer: - Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA), Procurement and Logistics Department - Scope of Services: - Turnkey shuttle bus operations including vehicles, drivers, supervisors, and maintenance - On-call bus and accessible van transportation services with estimated 6,185 bus hours and 574 van hours - Supervisor staffing for all service hours (estimated 2,980 hours) - Drug and alcohol testing program, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) evaluation for safety-sensitive positions - Vehicle Requirements: - Low-floor, ramp-equipped transit buses and over-the-road coaches - Minimum vehicle quantities based on project size (30–50+ buses per project) - All vehicles must be less than 12 years old (with exceptions for low-floor buses) - ADA accessibility compliance (DOT ADA Regulations 49 CFR Part 38) - MBTA inspection and certification standards - Technical and Operational Requirements: - Communication systems (excluding mobile phones) and GPS tracking (TransitMaster, Samsara, or equivalent) - MBTA-designed decals and signage on all vehicles - Trained, licensed bus operators and supervisors - Detailed safety, maintenance, training, and reporting requirements - Incident management and accessibility compliance - Contract Structure: - Two-year base contract with three one-year option periods - Estimated total contract value: $120 million - Multiple vendors may be selected to form a pool for project assignments - Subcontracting permitted for some projects, but all vehicles must meet MBTA standards - No specific OEMs are named; opportunity is open to all qualified shuttle bus service providers capable of meeting MBTA's technical and operational requirements.

Description

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) is seeking qualified operators to provide shuttle bus services, including vehicles, drivers, and supervision, for planned and emergency transit disruptions. The contract duration is two years with an estimated value of approximately $120 million. The solicitation includes requirements for vehicle equipment, accessibility standards, communication systems, GPS tracking, and compliance with MBTA policies. The contract is open to qualified vendors and includes a pre-bid conference and detailed submission instructions.

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