Paratransit Contractor (VoAccess)

The County of Volusia is seeking a qualified contractor to provide cost-effective and efficient paratransit services throughout the county. The contractor will be responsible for providing approximately 250,000 trips per year. The county is looking for a contractor that can provide a partial-brokered system with multiple transportation providers to serve the needs of the county's transportation ADA and transit disadvantaged population. The contract will be for an initial term of three years with two optional one-year renewals. The contractor will be required to provide a variety of services, including transporting passengers, maintaining vehicles, and providing customer service. Some key points to consider: * The contractor must have experience in passenger transport business and related experience in contracted paratransit service, particularly with government entities. * The contractor must have a plan to operate the services on the days and during the hours specified in the scope of work. * The contractor must have a drug-free workplace policy and a safety plan that meets the requirements of Chapter 14-90 of the Florida Administrative Code. * The contractor must have adequate capacity to administer, operate, and store vehicles as proposed. * The contractor must have a vehicle maintenance plan and a vehicle replacement schedule. * The contractor must have a fee schedule and be able to collect fares at the time of service.