BRTA Routes Analysis & Integration of On-Demand/Microtransit Study

The Berkshire Regional Planning Commission (BRPC), acting for the Berkshire Metropolitan Planning Organization and in collaboration with the Berkshire Regional Transit Authority, is soliciting proposals for a comprehensive analysis of BRTA routes and the integration of on-demand and microtransit services. The primary goal of this study is to enhance public transportation, mobility, and quality of life within Berkshire County. The estimated period of performance runs from December 10, 2026, to September 30, 2027, with a draft report due by June 30, 2027, and final deliverables, including a phased implementation plan, due by August 31, 2027. The contract will be awarded to the most advantageous proposal based on an evaluation of staff qualifications, past experience with similar rural transit projects, and the proposed technical approach. Submissions must be provided as sealed proposals consisting of a price proposal and a technical proposal, accompanied by a signed RFP signature page, tax compliance certification, and a certificate of non-collusion. The procurement is subject to various federal and state regulations, including 2 CFR 200, MGL Chapter 30B, and Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Proposals are due by November 20, 2026, and must be submitted to the BRPC office in Pittsfield, Massachusetts.