Davenport and Bettendorf Paratransit Service/Davenport Saturday Morning Demand Response/ Davenport Night Shift Demand Response

The City of Davenport and City of Bettendorf are seeking proposals for paratransit services, including Davenport and Bettendorf Paratransit Service, Davenport Saturday Morning Demand Response, and Davenport Night Shift Demand Response. The selected operator will be responsible for providing efficient, friendly, and compliant services that meet the requirements outlined in the RFP. The contract will be for a duration of three years with options for an additional year four and year five. The operator must provide all necessary staffing, vehicles, and facilities to meet the demands of the paratransit services. Some key requirements include: • Providing wheelchair-accessible vehicles with securement systems • Maintaining a facility for operations, including maintenance and storage of vehicles • Providing trained drivers and dispatch personnel • Meeting all federal and state requirements for paratransit services • Submitting monthly reports and invoices to the Cities The proposal should include a history of the organization, references, meeting service requirements, costs, and quality of life considerations. The evaluation process will consider the quality and responsiveness of the proposal, as well as the ability of the firm to fulfill the requirements of the RFP. Some of the key points of this opportunity include: • The Cities are seeking a provider that can offer efficient, friendly, and compliant paratransit services • The contract will be for a duration of three years with options for an additional year four and year five • The operator must provide all necessary staffing, vehicles, and facilities to meet the demands of the paratransit services • The proposal should include a history of the organization, references, meeting service requirements, costs, and quality of life considerations