Suffolk County Transit New Rider Education and Travel Training Plan (Department of Economic Development and Planning)

The Suffolk County Office of Central Procurement, acting for the Department of Economic Development and Planning, is soliciting proposals for the development of a New Rider Education and Travel Training Plan. The objective of this project is to increase public transit utilization among diverse populations, specifically targeting seniors, veterans, tourists, students, and individuals with physical or intellectual disabilities. The scope of work is divided into three primary tasks: project management and coordination, a literature and best practices review of peer transit systems, and the final development of the travel training plan. The anticipated contract term is two years with an optional one-year extension, and the total budget for consulting services is not to exceed 75,000 dollars. Proposals must be submitted via the Bonfire portal by November 4, 2026, and will be evaluated on a 100-point scale, with the possibility of interviews and Best and Final Offer negotiations. Because the project involves federal and state funding, the successful contractor must adhere to rigorous compliance standards, including New York State standard clauses, Federal Transit Administration requirements, and Equal Employment Opportunity provisions. Key mandates include adherence to Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise goals, Buy America preferences, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Required submission documents include a transmittal letter, a separate cost proposal, and various certifications regarding lawful hiring, non-collusion, and lobbying.