On-Call Transportation Planning and Support Services

The San Mateo County Transit District is soliciting proposals for on-call transportation planning and support services under solicitation number 27-S-S-029. The selected contractor will provide professional services across several key areas, including transportation planning and strategy, data and analysis, mobility and access, real estate and infrastructure, program and organizational support, and funding and compliance. If approved by the Board of Directors, the contract will be executed for a seven-year term, with services provided on an as-needed basis through individual work directives. These directives may be structured as firm-fixed price, cost-plus fixed fee with a ceiling, time and materials, or a specified rate of compensation. Proposers must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and are evaluated based on their qualifications, key personnel, and references. The agency offers preferences for certified Small Business Enterprises (SBE) from recognized bodies such as the SBA, California Department of General Services, and various regional transit authorities. The contract incorporates significant federal and state regulatory requirements, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, Equal Employment Opportunity standards, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and prevailing wage requirements. Administrative requirements include monthly PDF invoicing submitted via email, with the agency aiming for payment within 30 calendar days. Proposals are subject to a 50-page limit and must be submitted electronically through the PlanetBids portal by the November 18, 2026, deadline. The contractor is also required to maintain strict adherence to organizational conflict of interest standards and provide proof of insurance as specified in the contract exhibits.