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The Regional Transportation District (RTD) is soliciting proposals under RFP 126DY004 for a qualified independent third-party consultant to conduct the 2027 Paratransit Program Assessment. The primary objective is to develop a practical and implementable Accessible Transportation Service Plan for the Access-a-Ride and Access-on-Demand programs in strict accordance with Senate Bill 26-150. The assessment will involve a comprehensive analysis of current performance, service gaps, delivery models, and financial resources, while ensuring compliance with Federal Transit Administration and U.S. Department of Transportation standards. The project is structured around nine primary tasks, including stakeholder engagement and cost-benefit analysis, with a final completion deadline of December 31, 2027.
This is a fixed-price contract awarded based on best value, with evaluation criteria weighted toward the technical approach (35%), past relevant experience (35%), staff qualifications (20%), and cost (10%). A critical requirement is a 10% Small Business Enterprise (SBE) participation goal, which is evaluated on a pass/fail basis. Proposals were due by November 9, 2026, and must be submitted via RTD's online procurement portal. Contract administration includes milestone-based invoicing with payments made within 30 days of approval, and all reimbursable costs must adhere to FAR Part 31 cost principles and GSA Federal Travel Regulations.
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RTD seeks a consultant for the 2027 Paratransit Program Assessment by December 31, 2027.
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HighAI Summary for 2027 Paratransit Program Assessment Detailed Cost Form: A detailed cost proposal form dated September 26, 2024, for the 2027 Paratransit Program Assessment. It provides a structured template for bidders to provide labor categories, hourly rates, and hours across nine specific tasks, including project management, stakeholder engagement, and compliance reporting, as well as reimbursable travel costs.
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HighAI Summary for 2027 Paratransit Program Assessment Detailed Cost Form Addendum 2: A detailed cost proposal form for the 2027 Paratransit Program Assessment. The document serves as a backup detail for a Firm Fixed Lump Sum Contract, requiring bidders to provide labor categories, hourly rates, and hours for nine specific tasks ranging from project management to FTA/USDOT compliance reporting, as well as other direct costs and reimbursable travel.
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HighAI Summary for 2027 Paratransit Program Assessment Exceptions and Assumptions Form: A mandatory submission form for proposers to document any assumptions or exceptions to the solicitation terms and conditions. Failure to use this form to identify deviations may result in the proposer being deemed non-responsive.
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HighAI Summary for 2027 Paratransit Program Assessment RFP 126DY004: Request for Proposals (RFP 126DY004) for the 2027 Paratransit Program Assessment, including a 10% SBE goal. The document serves as the form of contract for the assessment program.
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HighAI Summary for 2027 Paratransit Program Assessment SOW: Statement of Work (Version 2.0, dated September 23, 2026) for the Regional Transportation District (RTD). The document outlines requirements for an independent third-party consultant to conduct a comprehensive paratransit service study and develop an Accessible Transportation Service Plan in compliance with Senate Bill 26-150. Key tasks include project management, stakeholder engagement, performance analysis, cost-benefit analysis, and FTA/US DOT compliance reporting, with a final completion deadline of December 31, 2027.
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HighAI Summary for 2027 Paratransit Program Assessment Statement of Work: Statement of Work (Version V21.0, dated September 23, 2026) for the Regional Transportation District (RTD). The document outlines requirements for an independent third-party consultant to conduct a comprehensive paratransit service study and develop an Accessible Transportation Service Plan in compliance with Senate Bill 26-150. Key tasks include stakeholder engagement, performance analysis, cost-benefit analysis, and FTA/US DOT compliance reporting, with a project completion deadline of December 31, 2027.
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HighAI Summary for 2027 Paratransit Program Assessment Statement of Work: Statement of Work (V1.0, September 23, 2026) for the Regional Transportation District (RTD) to contract an independent third-party consultant to conduct a comprehensive paratransit service study. The assessment is mandated by Senate Bill 26-150 and aims to produce an Accessible Transportation Service Plan by November 30, 2027. Key tasks include project management, stakeholder engagement, performance analysis, cost-benefit analysis, and FTA/US DOT compliance.
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HighAI Summary for B-2027 Paratransit Program Assessment Detailed Cost Form Addendum 2: A detailed cost proposal form for the 2027 Paratransit Program Assessment. The document provides a structured template for bidders to provide labor categories, hourly rates, and other direct costs across nine specific project tasks to support a Firm Fixed Lump Sum Contract bid.
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HighAI Summary for D-2027 Paratransit Program Assessment Exceptions and Assumptions Form: A mandatory form for proposers to document any assumptions or exceptions to the solicitation terms and conditions for the D-2027 Paratransit Program Assessment. Failure to use this form to list exceptions may result in a proposal being deemed non-responsive.
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HighAI Summary for RFP 126DY004 - 2027 Paratransit Program Assessment: Issued September 25, 2026, by the Regional Transportation District (RTD), this Request for Proposal (RFP 126DY004) seeks a qualified third-party consultant to conduct a comprehensive 2027 Paratransit Program Assessment. The goal is to develop an Accessible Transportation Service Plan in compliance with Senate Bill 26-150. The project includes analyzing performance, service gaps, and delivery models, with a completion deadline of December 31, 2027. The contract is a fixed-price award based on best value and includes a 10% Small Business Enterprise (SBE) participation goal. Proposals are due by November 9, 2026.
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HighAI Summary for RFP 126DY004 - 2027 Paratransit Program Assessment: Regional Transportation District Request for Proposal RFP 126DY004, dated September 25, 2026, for the 2027 Paratransit Program Assessment (10% SBE Goal). The solicitation seeks a consultant to conduct a comprehensive paratransit service study and deliver an Accessible Transportation Service Plan. It includes instructions to proposers, proposal and award process details, pricing form requirements, scope of work, timeline, submission instructions, and a 10% SBE participation goal.
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HighAI Summary for RFP 126DY004 - 2027 Paratransit Program Assessment (10% SBE Goal): Issued September 25, 2026, by the Regional Transportation District (RTD), this Request for Proposal seeks a qualified independent third-party consultant to conduct a comprehensive paratransit service study and develop an Accessible Transportation Service Plan. The project is mandated by Senate Bill 26-150 and must be completed by December 31, 2027. The procurement includes a 10% Small Business Enterprise (SBE) participation goal and utilizes a Best Value selection process with a fixed-price cost structure. Proposals are due by November 9, 2026.
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HighAI Summary for RFP 126DY004 2027 Paratransit Program Assessment Addendum #01: Addendum #01 issued on October 14, 2026, for RFP 126DY004 regarding the 2027 Paratransit Program Assessment. This document modifies the procurement timeline, specifically updating the written inquiry response date to October 20, 2026, the proposal due date to November 9, 2026, and the oral presentation window to the week of November 17, 2026.
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HighAI Summary for RFP 126DY004 2027 Paratransit Program Assessment Addendum 02: Issued October 20, 2026, by the Regional Transportation District, Addendum 02 for RFP 126DY004 provides answers to proposer questions, a revised Statement of Work (SOW), a revised Detailed Cost Form, and an Exceptions and Assumptions Form. It also updates RFP Sections 3.4.B and 6.10.A regarding the requirement for requested changes to be included in Attachment D.
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HighAI Summary for RFP 126DY004 2027 Paratransit Program Assessment Pre-Proposal Meeting Agenda: Agenda and instructional guide for the October 2, 2026, virtual pre-proposal meeting for RFP 126DY004 (2027 Paratransit Program Assessment). The document outlines the meeting schedule, key procurement dates (questions due 10/12/26, proposals due 10/30/26), and the evaluation criteria based on approach (35%), experience (35%), staff qualifications (20%), and cost (10%), with a pass/fail 10% SBE goal.
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HighAI Summary for RFP 126DY004 2027 Paratransit Program Assessment SBE Preproposal Presentation: Educational presentation dated October 2, 2026, regarding Small Business Enterprise (SBE) requirements for RFP 126DY004 2027 Paratransit Program Assessment. It outlines the 10% SBE goal, instructions for completing SBE enclosures (1A through 7), and the necessity of Good Faith Efforts (GFE) to avoid being deemed non-responsive.
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LowAI Summary for List of Certified Firms - 2027 Paratransit Program Assessment RFP: A directory of certified Small Business Enterprise (SBE) firms dated September 16, 2026, categorized by NAICS codes (541910, 541611, and 541820) for the 2027 Paratransit Program Assessment RFP. The document provides contact information, including company names, owners, addresses, and emails for qualified vendors.
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LowAI Summary for RFP 126DY004 2027 Paratransit Program Assessment Pre-proposal Meeting Chat: A transcript of a pre-proposal meeting chat for RFP 126DY004 regarding a Paratransit Program Assessment. The discussion focuses primarily on Small Business Enterprise (SBE) certification requirements for RTD, with various firms introducing their capabilities and inquiring about the certification process and SBE goals.
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LowAI Summary for RFP126DY004 2027 Paratransit Program Assessment Questions and Answers: A question and answer document for solicitation RFP126DY004 regarding the 2027 Paratransit Program Assessment. It provides clarifications on the relationship between the assessment and the 2026 Comprehensive Operational Analysis (COA), statutory requirements of SB26-150, deliverable deadlines, consultant independence, and data access.
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LowAI Summary for RFP 126DY004 Pre-Proposal Attendance List: Attendance record for a pre-proposal meeting held on 10/02/26 from 1:53 PM to 2:58 PM. The document lists participants and their associated email addresses from various organizations, including RTD-Denver and several consulting firms.
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The overarching goal is to achieve Board adoption of a practical and implementable Plan in accordance with the requirements of SB26-150. The Assessment will conclude no later than December 31, 2027, , will comply with SB26-150, and will address the following major sub-goals: Comprehensive Assessment of RTD Paratransit Services: Identify optimal service standards and performance measures and prepare a comprehensive vision for services. An Open and Transparent Process Leading to Board Plan Adoption: Ensure successful outreach, stakeholder engagement, public involvement, and communication throughout the Assessment process. Official Notice #1: Pre-Proposal Documents: The pre-proposal meeting for RFP 126DY004 Paratransit Program Assessment (10% SBE Goal) took place on October 2, 2026, at 2:00 PM MDT via Teams. A recording of the meeting has been uploaded to YouTube accessible by the below link. Please find attached: Pre-Proposal Agenda Pre-Proposal Attendance Sheet Pre-Proposal Chat SBE PResentation List of RTD Certified SBE firms Attachments: RFP_126DY004_Pre-Proposal_Attendance.pdf, RFP_126DY004_2027_SBE_Presentation_Paratransit_Program_Assessment_Preproposal.pdf, RFP_126DY004_2027_Paratransit_Program_Assessment_Pre-proposal_Meeting_Chat.pdf, List_of_Certified_Firms_-2027_Paratransit_Program_Assessment_RFP.xlsx, RFP_126DY004_Agenda_Pre_Bid.pdf Addendum #1: RTD is reviewing the questions received. Addendum 01 provides the following: Changes the Date RTD will respond to questions by one (1) day to October 20, 2026, at 2:00pm to allow appropriate RTD personnel to provide input. Changes the date Proposal are due by to November 9, 2026, at 2:00pm. November 9, 2026, was selected to balance providing time maximum time for potential propers to complete their packages, with the time needed for RTD to get approval and award. Changes the "If necessary, oral presentations:" to Week of November 17, 2026 Attachments: 126DY004_-_2027_Paratransit_Program_Assessment_(10%_SBE_Goal)_-_Addendum_1.pdf Addendum #2: Addendum 2 provides the following: Provides Answers to Questions received as "126DY004 2027 Paratransit Program Assessment_Questions and Answers" Provides Revised SOW as Attachement "A-SOW 2027 Paratransit Program Assessment_Addendum 2" Provides Revised Detailed Cost Form as Attachment "B- 2027 Paratransit Program Assessment_Detailed Cost Form_Addendum 2" Provides Exceptions and Assumptions Form as Attachment "D- 2027 Paratransit Program Assessment_Exceptions and Assumptions Form10.2026" Revises RFP Section 3.4.B. to add "ALL REQUESTED CHANGES MUST BE INCLUDED IN ATTACHMENT D, AS INSTRUCTED." Revises RFP Section 6.10.A. to add "ALL REQUESTED CHANGES MUST BE INCLUDED IN ATTACHMENT D, AS INSTRUCTED." The remainder of the RFP is unchanged. Please use the See What Changed link to view all the changes made by this addendum. Attachments: 126DY004_2027_Paratransit_Program_Assessment_Questions_and_Answers.xlsx, 126DY004_-_2027_Paratransit_Program_Assessment_(10%_SBE_Goal)_-_Addendum_02.pdf, B-2027_Paratransit_Program_Assessment_Detailed_Cost_Form_Addendum_2.xlsx, A-SOW_2027_Paratransit_Program_Assessment_Addendum_2.pdf, D-2027_Paratransit_Program_Assessment_Exceptions_and_Assumptions_Form10.2026.xlsx
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