Description
The Berkshire Regional Planning Commission (BRPC) is seeking a qualified consulting firm to conduct a comprehensive analysis of current BRTA fixed‑route services and develop an integration plan for on‑demand/microtransit in Berkshire County. The work includes stakeholder outreach, detailed route and needs assessment, microtransit feasibility and implementation planning, and final recommendations with cost estimates. The contract is a fixed‑price award with a maximum budget of $155,000 and a performance period from early December 2026 through the end of September 2027. Key deliverables are a draft routes analysis by June 30 2027 and a final integration/implementation plan by August 31 2027.
• Scope covers data collection, route‑by‑route analysis, microtransit scenario development, and actionable recommendations.
• Required deliverables: Draft report (June 2027), final plan (August 2027), and all supporting documentation.
• Mandatory submission of two sealed envelopes (technical & price) plus required certifications; electronic submissions are not accepted.