Current Opportunities

The following is a list of KCATA’s upcoming bid and proposal opportunities. All dates and times are subject to change and KCATA reserves the right to cancel any solicitation at any time. All public events (bid openings and conferences) are held at KCATA, 1350 E 17th Street, Kansas City, MO. 64108 unless otherwise indicated.

Procurement list


KCATA Bldg 2 Renovations Engineering & Design Services

Bid # F25-7013-39A

Issue Date: Jun 17, 2025

Closing Date and Time: Jul 18, 2025 2:00 pm

Opportunity Type: Request For Qualification

The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA, ATA, Authority) is soliciting written proposals from qualified firms interested in providing engineering and design services for the renovation of Building 2 at KCATA’s Central Services Complex located in Kansas City, Missouri. This is a qualifications-based award, with negotiation of the cost/price proposal with the highest ranked firm.   

This project is FTA funded and has a 10% Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal. 

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Lighting & Electrical Services

Bid # G25-7018-26

Issue Date: Jun 18, 2025

Closing Date and Time: Jul 17, 2025 2:00 pm

Opportunity Type: Invitation For Bid

KCATA is seeking qualified firms to supply lighting and electrical services for electrical inspections, preventative maintenance, and Missouri and Kansas one-call locates and other miscellaneous services.

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Complex Pest Control Services

Bid # G25-7017-26

Issue Date: Jun 27, 2025

Closing Date and Time: Jul 16, 2025 2:00 pm

Opportunity Type: Written Quote

The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) provides public transportation services in the Kansas City metropolitan area.  KCATA is requesting bids for pest control for its Central Service Complex located at 1350 E. 17th Street, KCMO 64108; East Village Transit Center located at 700 E. 12th Street, KCMO 64106; 75th/Prospect Transit Center located at 7501 Prospect, KCMO 64132 and as needed service at multiple offsite locations

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KCATA Bldg 2 Hazardous Materials Assessment

Bid # F25-7014-29A

Issue Date: Jun 17, 2025

Closing Date and Time: Jul 15, 2025 2:00 pm

Opportunity Type: Request For Qualification

The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA, ATA, Authority) is soliciting written proposals from qualified firms interested in providing assessment of hazardous materials for Building 2 at KCATA’s Central Services Complex located in Kansas City, Missouri. This is a qualifications-based award, with negotiation of the cost/price proposal with the highest ranked firm. 

This is FTA funded and has a 24% Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal. 

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Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) Supply of Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel #2 and 87 Octane Gasoline

Bid # G25-6002-32A

Issue Date: Jun 06, 2025

Closing Date and Time: Jul 09, 2025 2:00 pm

Opportunity Type: Request For Proposal

The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA, ATA, Authority) is soliciting proposals from qualified vendors to supply Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel #2 (ULSD #2) and 87 octane (or higher) gasoline to KCATA at their Central Services Complex located in Kansas City, Missouri. The fuel to be supplied must meet the qualifications and specifications detailed in Section 2, “Scope of Services”.

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Vacuum Pumping, Recycling & Hazmat Service

Bid # G25-7026-36

Issue Date: May 29, 2025

Closing Date and Time: Jun 23, 2025 2:00 pm

Opportunity Type: Invitation For Bid

The KCATA is seeking qualified firms to provide Vacuum Pumping, Recycling & Hazmat Services.

Vacuum and/or pump sediment basins, traps and pits, clean out of oil/water separators, sumps and trench drains. Pumping of open-top drums and other containers and/or areas associated with pit/sediment/separation waste.  A detailed standard operating procedure shall be provided detailing management and ultimate disposition of the above waste in adherence with 40 CFR 279 Oil Management Standards, as well, detailed waste minimization and/or recycling efforts.  Service shall include vacuum, pump or otherwise cleaning of sanitary wastewater sumps.

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Construction Administration Services - 7th Street Corridor in KCKS

Bid # F25-7009-29A

Issue Date: Apr 02, 2025

Closing Date and Time: Apr 28, 2025 11:00 am

Opportunity Type: Request For Qualification

**NOTICE:  This Project # is changed from F24-7030-29A to F25-7009-29A** 

KCATA is seeking a qualified firm for construction administration services, including testing, during construction along the 7th Street Corridor in Kansas City, Kansas.  A 20% DBE goal has been established for this project.  

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Leasing KCATA’s Facility Located At 39th & Troost Avenue, Kansas City, Missouri

Bid # G25-021459B

Issue Date: Feb 14, 2025

Closing Date and Time: Mar 07, 2025 5:00 pm

Opportunity Type: Request For Proposal

The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) owns the building and associated grounds totaling approximately 42,000 square feet on the northeast corner of 39th & Troost Avenue in Kansas City, Missouri. KCATA is interested in finding a new tenant or tenants for the facility through this proposal process. A long-term lease agreement (minimum five years) is anticipated.

The objectives of this RFP are to:

  • Identify qualified childcare providers with the capacity to operate a childcare facility under lease to KCATA at the transit center.
  • Gather information on the proposed operational plans, including staffing, curriculum, hours of operation, and safety protocols.
  • Understand the financial and logistical requirements from potential tenants.
  • Assess the compatibility of the proposed services and terms with the needs of the community and transit users.
  • Lease KCATA’s facilities to a qualified childcare operator.

 

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Bus Shelter Amenities

Bid # F24-5014-39A

Issue Date: Oct 15, 2024

Closing Date and Time: Oct 25, 2024 4:01 pm

Opportunity Type: Request For Proposal

The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA)seeks qualified, experienced contractors and/or firms to respond to the Request for Proposal (RFP) scope of work briefly summarized here. For further details of the expected deliverables, please see the Scope of Work in Section 4 of this RFP document. A list of acceptable manufacturers is provided for reference. The deliverables are ten (10) bus shelters and ten (10) bus benches.

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KCATA Business Opportunities

Bid # G24-6002-29A

Issue Date: Sep 19, 2024

Closing Date and Time: Oct 15, 2024 2:00 pm

Opportunity Type: Request For Information

The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) is seeking information from qualified vendors to provide a comprehensive third-party analysis focused on the Return on Investment (ROI) and the Internal Rate of Return (IRR) for developers of future Transit-Oriented Community Development (TOCD) facilities. This analysis is crucial to ensuring the financial viability and attractiveness of TOCD projects.

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KCATA Childcare Provider Tenant

Bid # G24-8011-59B

Issue Date: Aug 09, 2024

Closing Date and Time: Sep 13, 2024 5:00 pm

Opportunity Type: Request For Information

The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) is seeking information from qualified childcare providers interested in become a lease paying tenant or purchasing the KCATA transit center located at 39th and Troost.  

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