Bethany Swank is a Procurement Specialist II. Bethany is associated with 22 contracts. Activity spans Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services, Poured Concrete Foundation and Structure Contractors, and Software Publishers.
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The Regional Transportation District (RTD) in Denver, Colorado, is soliciting proposals to replace 185 existing Ticket Vending Machines (TVMs) with 173 new units, including 113 for existing locations, 54 along the East Colfax Bus Rapid Transit corridor, one at Civic Center Station, and five spare units, with an option to purchase six additional units for Denver Union Station Bus Concourse. The contract has an estimated base value of $18,236,419 and a maximum potential value of $19,436,419 when including all eight optional one-year periods, with a total option value of $1.2 million. The scope includes removal and disposal of old units, installation of new machines, configuration, integration with existing systems such as ABT hardware, ground rod installation, training, documentation, and ongoing software licensing and assurance. The work must comply with federal, state, and local regulations including ADA and accessibility standards, anti-trafficking requirements, non-discrimination laws, and prohibitions on certain foreign telecommunications equipment. All TVMs must be new, conform to manufacturer specifications and industry standards such as UL, NEMA, AREMA, and AREA, and be equipped with asset tags recorded in the device BIOS. Packaging requires scannable barcodes linked to Advance Shipping Notices, and delivery is FOB destination with risk of loss remaining with the contractor until acceptance at the site. The contract has an 18-month base performance period with possible extensions up to six additional months beyond all option years. Bidders must demonstrate compliance with a 5% Small Business Enterprise participation goal, which is mandatory for eligibility but does not factor into the scoring weight. Proposals are evaluated using a best-value trade-off approach, with technical compliance carrying the highest weight at 30%, followed by base cost at 20%, operating and maintenance costs at 15%, and other factors including qualifications, staffing, design, open architecture, and schedule. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the OpenGov portal by June 29, 2026, with technical and cost proposals in separate, paginated documents adhering to strict formatting rules, including a maximum 30-page technical narrative and a two-page cover letter. All submissions must meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA accessibility standards, be in searchable formats such as tagged PDFs, and include both redacted and unredacted versions. Invoices are submitted manually via email to
This contract involves providing custodial and graffiti removal services at Regional Transportation District (RTD) Light Rail Stations in Colorado, with a target of 20% Small Business Enterprise participation. The primary goal is to ensure that RTD sites and their surrounding areas remain clean and safe for patrons. Proposals must include detailed Custodial, Graffiti, Quality Control, and Staffing Plans, all of which must be approved by RTD before the contract is awarded and will become part of the final agreement.
The solicitation was posted on April 27, 2026, with a response deadline of May 27, 2026. The contract is managed by the Capital Programs agency based in Denver, Colorado. Key contacts for this procurement are Sean Moran, Manager of Contracted Public Facilities, and Bethany Swank, a Procurement Specialist II. Interested parties can access the solicitation and submit proposals through the RTD procurement portal.
This contract involves a Request for Proposal to upgrade the hydraulic bus hoist system at the RTD District Shops Division building in Colorado. The project entails replacing eight existing in-ground hydraulic hoists, repairing two additional hoists, and removing one hoist, with the goal of enhancing maintenance capabilities and safety standards. The procurement aims to meet a 15% Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation goal, emphasizing inclusivity in the contracting process. The project is estimated to be valued between one million and three million dollars, reflecting its scope and complexity.
The solicitation was issued on April 18, 2025, with a deadline for responses set for May 19, 2025. The project is managed by the Colorado Capital Programs-Engineering office, and interested contractors can contact Bethany Swank via email or phone for further details. The procurement process is accessible online through the provided portal link, allowing potential bidders to review project specifics and submit proposals accordingly.
ColoradoCO,
USA$1M–$3Mest.
NAICS
236220
Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
The Kalamath Rail Reconstruction Project in Denver involves comprehensive full-depth reconstruction of the rail infrastructure near the Kalamath Rail Crossing in downtown Denver. The contractor is responsible for preparing detailed proposals based on the scope of work, which includes the Issued for Bid drawings, technical specifications, general requirements, and any amendments or referenced documents outlined in the RFP. All work must adhere to RTD and City and County of Denver standards, ensuring compliance with local regulations and safety protocols. The project has a budget range between five million and fifteen million dollars and aims to meet a 20% Small Business Enterprise (SBE) participation goal.
The solicitation, identified as RFP 125DR005, was posted on April 7, 2025, with a response deadline of May 7, 2025. It is managed by the Colorado Capital Programs-Engineering office, with Bethany Swank serving as the primary contact. The project scope emphasizes coordination with multiple standards and technical requirements, and interested contractors can find additional details and submit proposals through the designated procurement portal. The project’s successful completion will involve meticulous planning and adherence to all applicable standards to ensure the safe and efficient reconstruction of the rail crossing infrastructure within the downtown Denver area.
The Regional Transportation District (RTD) is issuing a solicitation for the installation of six on-demand bike storage lockers at the University of Denver light rail station. These lockers are designed to accommodate a total of 12 bikes and are intended to enhance bike accessibility and security for transit users. The selected contractor will be responsible for purchasing the lockers from a designated vendor and ensuring their installation aligns with RTD specifications. The project is managed by the Planning-Transit Oriented Communities division in Colorado, with a contract value estimated between $30,000 and $60,000. Interested parties must submit their responses by May 5, 2025, and can contact Bethany Swank via email or phone for further details. The project aims to improve multimodal transportation options at the university station, supporting RTD’s broader transit and community development goals.
The contract involves engaging a vendor to conduct a comprehensive market sizing and segmentation study aimed at identifying specific customer segments within RTD’s ridership base. The primary goal is to support future marketing and communication strategies by providing detailed insights into customer demographics and behaviors. RTD will issue a single purchase order under this solicitation, which is open to qualified vendors to submit proposals by the deadline of March 12, 2025. The project is valued between $50,000 and $150,000, with the work to be performed within Colorado.
The solicitation is managed by the Colorado Communications-Marketing organization, which is part of the State and Local Government, Education, and Nonprofit sectors (NAICS code 541611). Interested vendors can contact Bethany Swank via email or phone for further details. Additional information and the solicitation details are accessible through the provided online portal link. This project aims to leverage detailed market insights to enhance RTD’s targeted marketing efforts and improve engagement with specific customer segments.
ColoradoCO,
USA$50K–$150Kest.
NAICS
541611
Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
The Regional Transportation District (RTD) is seeking to establish a contract with a prime contractor responsible for managing a team of firms to provide technical support across a broad spectrum of technologies and applications. The contract will be executed through work orders that are typically short to mid-term, focusing on services such as strategic planning, data warehouse development, and platform support. The goal is to secure a partner capable of delivering flexible, technology-driven solutions to support RTD’s operational and strategic needs.
The contract, titled "Technology Services Work Order Contract," is valued between 5 million and 15 million dollars and is open to responses until March 31, 2025. It is associated with NAICS code 541519, which covers other computer related services, and is managed by the Colorado Department of Transportation’s Information Technology division. The primary point of contact for this solicitation is Bethany Swank, reachable by email or phone. The project aims to foster collaboration with small business enterprises (SBE) and is accessible for further details through the provided online procurement portal.
RTD is seeking to establish a contract with a single prime contractor responsible for managing a team of firms to provide technical support across a broad spectrum of transportation technologies and applications. The contract will be executed through work orders that are typically short to mid-term in duration, focusing on services such as strategic planning, data warehouse development, and platform support. The goal is to ensure flexible, efficient, and specialized technical assistance to support RTD’s operational and technological needs within Colorado.
The contract, titled "Technology Services Work Order Contract," is set with a value ranging from 5 million to 15 million dollars and is targeted toward firms with expertise in information technology services under NAICS code 541611. The solicitation was posted on November 25, 2024, with a response deadline of January 10, 2025. The project is managed by the Colorado Department of Transportation’s Administration-Information Technology, and interested firms can contact Bethany Swank via email or phone for further details. More information and the procurement portal link are available for potential bidders to review the full scope and requirements of the contract.
ColoradoCO,
USA$5M–$15Mest.
NAICS
541611
Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
The contract involves the retrofitting of Light Rail Vehicles (LRV) with new camera systems, specifically replacing existing cameras with 360 Fisheye models. The primary goals are to improve the monitoring and recording of driver behaviors, enhance overall video quality, and address privacy concerns associated with surveillance. Additionally, the upgrade aims to ensure that the new camera systems are fully compatible with the existing LRVs and capable of accurately identifying operators, thereby supporting safety and operational efficiency. The project is managed by the Rail Operations division of Colorado and has a contract value estimated between 5 million and 10 million dollars. The solicitation, identified as RFP 124DR013, was posted on November 7, 2024, with a response deadline of December 10, 2024. Interested parties can contact Bethany Swank via email or phone for further details.
ColoradoCO,
USA$5M–$10Mest.
NAICS
541715
Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
