2027 Paratransit Program Assessment (10% SBE Goal)

The Regional Transportation District (RTD) of Denver is seeking a qualified consulting firm to conduct a comprehensive assessment of its paratransit services and to produce an Accessible Transportation Service Plan for 2027. The work includes data analysis, stakeholder engagement, benchmarking against other agencies, cost‑benefit analysis, and the preparation of compliance reports, with a fixed‑price contract and a performance period ending December 31 2027. • Scope covers performance analysis, service gap identification, financial modeling, and development of a strategic plan. • Deliverables include a draft schedule, interim reports, a final assessment, and a full Service Plan. • Mandatory SBE participation goal of 10 % of contract value. • Fixed‑price contract; proposals due Oct 30 2026; award expected Dec 1 2026. • Project duration roughly 13 months, with key milestones by June 30 2027 and November 30 2027.