When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due July 15, 2026. Questions must be submitted by June 26, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $137,000.

It was issued by Tulare County Association Of Governments. The work is located in Visalia, California, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Experience in public transportation planning and policy analysis. Familiarity with fare-free transit initiatives and funding mechanisms. Expertise in stakeholder engagement and public outreach. Proven track record in producing feasibility studies for government agencies. Presence or demonstrated understanding of California’s transportation landscape.

Feasibility and Impacts of Fare-Free Transit Evaluating Service (Due July 15, 2026)

Overview

Architecture, Engineering & Urban Planning

Visalia, California, United StatesPosted: June 11th, 2026Deadline: July 15th, 2026

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SUMMARY

RFP to evaluate the feasibility and community impacts of fare-free public transit in Visalia, California, with an emphasis on equity and sustainability.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must have familiarity with transit planning, public agency finances, and public outreach to disadvantaged communities
Must designate a project manager by name
Must provide three references for clients with similar scope and complexity
Must disclose any financial, business or other relationship with TCAG, Tulare County, or incorporated cities
Must obtain and maintain insurance coverage as specified in the sample contract
Must certify not being on the U.S. Comptroller General's Consolidated List of Debarred Persons or Firms
Must comply with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
Must comply with Equal Employment Opportunity requirements
Must be registered to do business in California

BUDGET

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$137,000

CONTRACT DURATION

12 months

TIMELINE

June 9th, 2026: Distribution of Request for Proposals

June 26th, 2026: Deadline for written inquiries

July 1st, 2026: Questions and responses posted

July 7th, 2026: Question and Answer Session

July 15th, 2026: Proposals due by 5:00 PM

July 23rd-25th, 2026: Potential interviews

August 17th, 2026: Consultant selection by TCAG Board

September 16th, 2026: Finalize contract

September 17th, 2026: Work begins

September 10th, 2027: Project completion date

QUESTION DEADLINE

June 26th, 2026

Issuing Agency

Tulare County Association Of Governments

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DESCRIPTION

The County Association of Governments in Visalia, California seeks a qualified vendor to conduct an evaluation of the feasibility and impacts of implementing fare-free local public transit as part of advancing sustainable, equitable mobility solutions. This initiative aims to determine whether fare-free transit can be launched without negatively affecting the financial viability of local transit operations and to identify potential benefits for underserved communities.

Key project tasks include analyzing fare collection data, ridership, and formula funding; conducting public outreach workshops with stakeholders; forming and engaging an advisory committee; and preparing a comprehensive draft and final plan for review. The consultant will be responsible for developing an implementation strategy if fare-free transit is found to be feasible, and will facilitate board review and approval of the final deliverables.

The contract term will be for one year. Interested parties should note that all questions regarding the RFP must be submitted by June 26, 2026.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due July 15, 2026. Questions must be submitted by June 26, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: The published budget is $137,000.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Tulare County Association Of Governments. The work is located in Visalia, California, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Experience in public transportation planning and policy analysis
Familiarity with fare-free transit initiatives and funding mechanisms
Expertise in stakeholder engagement and public outreach
Proven track record in producing feasibility studies for government agencies
Presence or demonstrated understanding of California’s transportation landscape

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