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Contract Award for Major Update to Transit Development Plan (B)
This item is a request to approve the recommended award for Request for Proposal (RFP) #RTSX-190010-DS and execute a contract with Tindale-Oliver & Associates, Inc. to conduct a Major Update to Transit Development Plan.
Explanation
On October 2, 2018, the City’s Purchasing Division solicited Request for Proposals (RFP) to conduct a state-mandated update to Transit Development Plan (TDP) for the Regional Transit System (RTS). The RFP process was implemented in compliance with, and as required by, the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), Florida Statutes and City of Gainesville policies.
Two (2) proposals were submitted by the deadline. An evaluation team consisting of City staff evaluated and ranked the proposals. The highest ranked submission was submitted by Tindale-Oliver & Associates, Inc., contained technical and written proposals, and a cost component of $140,655. RTS desires to enter into a contract with Tindale-Oliver & Associates, Inc. to conduct a Major Update to Transit Development Plan.
Fiscal Note
Funds in the amount of $140,655 have been provided by federal grants and are available in the FY19 RTS budget.
Recommendation
The City Commission authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute a contract with Tindale-Oliver & Associates, Inc., for the Major Update to Transit Development Plan, subject to approval by the City Attorney as to form and legality.