City of Calgary - RFI 26-067 Interactive Voice Response (IVR) System for Bus and Light Rail Transit (LRT) Service
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The City of Calgary is issuing a Request for Information to explore available Interactive Voice Response (IVR) solutions designed to deliver automated customer service for its bus and Light Rail Transit operations. This RFI aims to gather market insights on current technologies that can provide real-time transit information, trip planning, service alerts, and other passenger support functions through voice and possibly keypad-based interfaces. The goal is to evaluate the capabilities of existing systems, understand integration challenges with current transit infrastructure, identify industry best practices, and validate the city’s operational needs before proceeding with a future procurement. Responses will directly inform the development of a strategic acquisition plan for a modernized IVR system that enhances rider experience and operational efficiency. The solicitation, identified as AB-2026-05610, was posted on August 7, 2026, with a deadline for responses set for September 2, 2026. The procurement is managed by the City of Calgary’s purchasing division, with Vikas Sharma serving as the primary point of contact for inquiries. The initiative is focused on deploying a solution across Calgary’s public transit network, with performance expected to support services throughout the province of Alberta. No set-aside provisions or NAICS codes are specified, indicating an open competition intended to capture a broad range of vendor capabilities. All interested parties are encouraged to submit their input via the provided Alberta Purchasing website link to contribute to the city’s future technology roadmap.
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