When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due November 17, 2026. Questions must be submitted by November 4, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

Settle estimates the budget at $150,000 – $500,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.

It was issued by Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority. The work is located in San Jose, California, United States.

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Overview

Management Consulting & Admin Support

San Jose, California, United StatesPosted: October 20, 2026Deadline: November 17, 2026

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SUMMARY

The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide support in evaluating the equity, ridership, and revenue impacts of proposed fare and fare media changes.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be a responsive and responsible qualified firm
Must register on VTA's Procurement Website
Must provide a Certificate of Reported Compliance for diesel-fueled off-road vehicles if applicable
Must comply with VTA Organizational Conflict of Interest Procedures
Must meet the 2% SBE Contract Goal or provide documentation of Good Faith Efforts
Must provide insurance coverage as set forth in Exhibit 9
Must provide documentation of legal authority for the Proposer's Representative

BUDGET

Estimate

$150,000 – $500,000

CONTRACT DURATION

24 months

TIMELINE

Issue Date: October 20, 2026

Pre-Proposal Conference: November 2nd, 2026

Deadline to submit RFP Comments: November 4th, 2026

Proposal Due Date: November 17th, 2026

Discussions/oral presentations: November 30th, 2026

Anticipated Notice of Recommended Award: December 9th-13th, 2026

QUESTION DEADLINE

November 4, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority

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DESCRIPTION

The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) is requesting proposals for professional services to conduct Title VI Fare Equity Analyses, evaluate ridership and revenue impacts of fare changes, support public outreach and Board engagement, and provide ongoing federal compliance support. The contract term is two years.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due November 17, 2026. Questions must be submitted by November 4, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: Settle estimates the budget at $150,000 – $500,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority. The work is located in San Jose, California, United States.

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