Shared- Ride Taxi Services

The Village of Plover is seeking qualified contractors to provide shared-ride taxi services within a designated service area, including door-to-door, demand-responsive, and advance reservation options for the general public. The solicitation, identified as VOP-2026, was posted on August 25, 2025, with a proposal submission deadline of September 30, 2025. The contract, with an estimated value ranging from $500,000 to $1,500,000, will commence on January 1, 2026, and is structured to include a two-year base period with three optional one-year extensions. Vendors are required to submit comprehensive proposals, including detailed pricing in a separate sealed or clearly identified electronic format, adhering to specified contractual and service standards outlined in the RFP. The process emphasizes compliance with federal and Wisconsin public records laws, and proposals must meet minimum qualifications and service standards to be considered. Additionally, the contract involves adherence to federal regulations, including mandatory clauses related to debarment, Buy America, DBE participation, safety, and environmental standards, as outlined in the federal clauses document from May 2024. Bidders must complete and submit the Wisconsin Department of Transportation’s Bidders List Appendix H, detailing their firm and subcontractor information to ensure compliance with federal procurement regulations and support disadvantaged business enterprise participation. The pricing proposal requires firm-fixed rates for the initial contract period and optional renewal years, with evaluation based on total cost, and must be submitted in the prescribed format without modifications. Overall, the contract aims to establish a reliable, compliant, and efficient shared-ride taxi service for the community, with clear guidelines for proposal submission, federal compliance, and pricing structure.