Description
This solicitation sought a comprehensive feasibility study for Sedgwick County’s demand‑response transit system, focusing on operations, technology, market demographics, and future service alternatives. The County required analysis of current service performance, community needs, and a congruency review, culminating in a written report, data visualizations, and a performance‑measurement framework. Although three vendors submitted proposals by the May 3 deadline, all were rejected and the RFP was subsequently withdrawn.
• Scope: market/demographic analysis, current service review, community‑needs synthesis, technology assessment, and development of future service concepts.
• Timeline: RFP issued March 24 2022, proposal deadline May 3 2022, bid opening May 3 2022, evaluation May 5‑19 2022, but no award made.
• Budget indication: internal estimate ≈ $150,000 (illustrative example proposals ranged $38‑$50 k).
• Requirements: minimum 5‑year relevant experience, insurance limits, and compliance with federal and state regulations.