Third Party Functional Assessments

The contract outlines the requirements for a third-party provider to conduct in-person functional transit assessments on behalf of the Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority to determine eligibility for ADA Paratransit Service. Applicants must first apply and undergo an in-person eligibility review, after which selected individuals will be referred by CapMetro to the contractor for comprehensive functional assessments. The contractor is responsible for evaluating each applicant’s ability to use fixed-route transit and making evidence-based recommendations regarding their eligibility for paratransit services. Upon completion of each assessment, the contractor must generate official determination letters communicating the outcome, ensuring all decisions align with ADA standards and CapMetro’s procedural requirements. This procurement is managed by the Procurement Department of the Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority in Texas, with a solicitation number of 815891 and a posted date of July 15, 2026. Responses are due by August 17, 2026, and the contract is intended for state, local, or educational government entities. The primary point of contact for inquiries is Deborah Knutson, reachable via email. The service will be performed locally within Texas, though specific city or zip details are not provided. The contractor must possess the expertise and infrastructure to conduct sensitive, standardized assessments in accordance with federal accessibility guidelines and deliver timely, accurate determinations to support equitable access to public transit services.