Description
The City of Platteville is seeking a qualified contractor to operate a fixed‑route, ADA‑compliant bus service (and shared‑ride taxi service) within the city limits for the 2027‑2028 contract period, with three optional one‑year extensions. The contractor must provide at least two vehicles (model year 2019 or newer), maintain a centralized dispatch system, staff a minimum of three drivers, and meet detailed service hour requirements (Monday‑Friday 7 am‑5 pm, Saturday 11 am‑3 pm) excluding June‑August. The contract is funded partially by a $702,893.33 federal grant and is a firm‑fixed‑price award. Key deliverables include vehicle operation, driver assistance for persons with disabilities, record‑keeping, insurance, and compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Service period: Jan 1 2027 – Dec 31 2028 (2‑year base) with three 1‑year options
• Minimum fleet: 2 buses, ADA‑accessible, ≤ 100,000 mi, 2019 or newer
• Hours: ~1,822 annual vehicle‑driver hours (excluding summer)
• Required dispatch center staffed ≥10 hrs/day, 6 days/week
• Federal grant contribution: $702,893.33
• Submission deadline: Oct 8 2026 4:00 PM CT; award expected Oct 26 2026
• Contact: Renee Weaver ([email protected], (608) 348‑1822)