# Massachusetts COMMBUYS #BD-27-1126-PLANN-BERKC-134462

Consulting study for BRTA route analysis and phased microtransit integration

**Posted:** October 15, 2026
**Respond By:** November 20, 2026
**Identifier:** BD-27-1126-PLANN-BERKC-134462
**NAICS:** 541611, 541330

The Berkshire Regional Planning Commission is seeking a consultant to analyze regional transit routes and plan a phased integration of on-demand and microtransit service.
- **Government buyer:** Berkshire Regional Planning Commission (BRPC), on behalf of the Berkshire Metropolitan Planning Organization (BMPO), working with the Berkshire Regional Transit Authority (BRTA); Berkshire County, Massachusetts.
- **Requested service:** One professional-services engagement to assess BRTA fixed routes and develop a phased microtransit integration and implementation plan for North and Central Berkshire County.
- **Scope:** Analyze travel patterns, demographics, ridership, service gaps, and first/last-mile needs; conduct stakeholder and public outreach; identify routes potentially better served by microtransit; and develop operational, budget, funding, and implementation recommendations.
- **Notable requirements:** Plan for compatibility with BRTA’s new intelligent transportation system (ITS); address service areas, vehicles, equipment, staffing, and software; and provide an accessible final analysis and implementation plan.
- **Budget:** Maximum stated budget of $155,000.
- **OEMs and vendors:** No product manufacturers, OEMs, or vendor companies are identified. BRPC, BMPO, and BRTA are the buyer and collaborating public agencies.
- **Line item:** One BRTA routes analysis and on-demand/microtransit integration study; part number BRPC26TRANSIT.

### Description

The Berkshire Regional Planning Commission (BRPC), on behalf of the Berkshire Metropolitan Planning Organization and in collaboration with the Berkshire Regional Transit Authority, is seeking consultant proposals for a comprehensive analysis of BRTA routes and integration of on-demand/microtransit service. The work is intended to enhance public transportation, mobility, and quality of life in the Berkshires. The RFP states that up to $155,000 is apportioned for consultant professional services and work must be completed and invoiced before September 17, 2027. Proposals are due November 20, 2026, by 4:00 PM.

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