When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due November 4, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 8, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

Settle estimates the budget at $250,000 – $750,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.

It was issued by Metropolitan Council. The work is located in Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States.

Onboard Passenger Information System Pilot (Due November 4, 2026)

Overview

IT Support, Hardware & Networking

Saint Paul, Minnesota, United StatesPosted: September 21, 2026Deadline: November 4, 2026

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SUMMARY

The Metropolitan Council is seeking proposals for a pilot program to install and configure onboard passenger information systems on approximately 20 buses and 12 light rail vehicles.

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BUDGET

Estimate

$250,000 – $750,000

TIMELINE

Pre-Proposal Meeting: September 28th, 2026

Bus Site Visit: October 1st, 2026

Rail Site Visit: October 1st, 2026

Questions Due: October 8th, 2026

Proposals Due: November 4th, 2026

Award: December 2026

Procurement: September – October 2026

Pilot Launch: November/December 2026

Vendor Evaluation and Engineering Design: January – March 2027

Pilot Equipment Procurement: April – June 2027

Pilot Equipment Installation: July – September 2027

Pilot Execution: October 2027 – March 2028

Pilot Close: March 2028

QUESTION DEADLINE

October 8, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

Metropolitan Council

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DESCRIPTION

The Metropolitan Council is soliciting proposals for an Onboard Passenger Information System Pilot program. The project involves the procurement of passenger information screens for 20 buses and 12 light rail vehicles, as well as consultant services to define technical requirements, assist with hardware and software installation and configuration, and guide maintenance processes. The pilot aims to demonstrate system capabilities, formulate a baseline for rider expectations, and identify business processes for a potential full-scale implementation. The project timeline spans from September 2026 through March 2028.

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When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due November 4, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 8, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: Settle estimates the budget at $250,000 – $750,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Metropolitan Council. The work is located in Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States.

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