Notice of Recommended Award of Non-Competitive Procurement Contract for Field Training Officer (FTO) Training and Evaluation

The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) is issuing a non‑competitive award to Bay Area Tactical Group, LLC to provide Field Training Officer (FTO) training and evaluation services for VTA’s Security Transit Officers (STOs). The contract (S26178) will cover curriculum development, classroom and on‑the‑job training, performance assessments, and certification of STOs. The award is contingent upon VTA management approval, and stakeholders may file objections by October 6, 2026. • Service: Development and delivery of FTO training and evaluation for security personnel. • Contractor: Bay Area Tactical Group, LLC. • Scope: Curriculum design, instructor‑led training, practical evaluations, certification reporting. • Timeline: Not specified; contract award recommended on 9/30/2026, with objection deadline 10/6/2026. • Funding: Not disclosed; typical training contracts of this nature range from six to twelve months of service.