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
Lighting and Electrical Services
Bid # F22-7010-26
Issue Date: Jan 21, 2022
Closing Date and Time: Feb 18, 2022 2:00 pmOpportunity Type: Invitation For Bid
The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) is a bi-state agency offering mass transit service within the greater Kansas City metropolitan area. 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.
See DetailsCentury 30 Series Low Center of Gravity (LCG) Tow Truck
Bid # F21-5022-20C
Issue Date: Jan 07, 2022
Closing Date and Time: Feb 18, 2022 2:00 pmOpportunity Type: Written Quote
The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) and Unified Government of WYCO/KCK (UG) is
solicitating proposals from qualified wrecker suppliers as specified in the Specifications/Scope of Work. The
release of this RFQ solicitation does not compel the KCATA/UG to purchase.
Real Time Tracking Services
Bid # F22-7005-34B
Issue Date: Jan 10, 2022
Closing Date and Time: Feb 08, 2022 2:00 pmOpportunity Type: Request For Proposal
The KCATA is soliciting written proposals from qualified firms interested in providing a single aggregation of multiple real-time locations, arrival estimates and other various onboard system information from each five transit operators under the RideKC brand.
See DetailsKCATA Legal Services
Bid # G22-8001-31B
Issue Date: Jan 10, 2022
Closing Date and Time: Feb 01, 2022 2:00 pmOpportunity Type: Request For Proposal
KCATA requires the services of qualified firms to provide legal services in the following areas: 1) General Legal Services; 2) Employment and abor Law; 3) Real Estate; Environmental; Fixed Guideway and Economic Development and Implementation Law; 4) Intellectual Property; 5) Federal Grant Funding from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and Related Issues; 6) Workers' Compensation Litigation; 7) Bus Accident Litigation Conflict Counsel; and 8) RideKC Development Corporation Economic Development and Real Estate Law.
See DetailsKCATA Building Renovation A&E Design Services
Bid # F22-7004-39A
Issue Date: Jan 04, 2022
Closing Date and Time: Jan 31, 2022 2:00 pmOpportunity Type: Request For Qualification
KCATA is seeking a qualified firm to provide professional final design services for building renovations 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 funded by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and has a 23% DBE Participation goal.
Firms interested in receiving additional information about this project, including project updates, are asked to contact Denise Adams, KCATA Procurement Manager, at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address). Provide your Company Name, Contact Person, Email Address and Telephone Number. Correspondence should include the KCATA Project Number in the subject line.
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Campus Security Camera Upgrade
Bid # F21-5023-34B
Issue Date: Nov 04, 2021
Closing Date and Time: Jan 28, 2022 2:00 pmOpportunity Type: Request For Proposal
The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) is seeking written proposals from qualified proposers to replace existing campus video surveillance cameras at the KCATA.
See DetailsONE (1) ADA LOWERED FLOOR 5-PASSENGER REAR ENTRY VAN WITH RAMP AND ONE (1) COMPACT SUV
Bid # F22-5005-25A
Issue Date: Jan 07, 2022
Closing Date and Time: Jan 24, 2022 2:00 pmOpportunity Type: Request For Qualification
Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) requests quotes from qualified vendors to provide one (1) ADA Lowered Floor 5-Passenger Rear Entry Van with ramp and one (1) compact SUV as specified in the Specifications/Scope of Work. Release of this RFQ solicitation does not compel the KCATA to purchase.
See DetailsONE (1) EACH 2022 LOWERED FLOOR, ADA ACCESIBLE, SEVEN (7) PASSENGER MINI VAN
Bid # F21-5036-25A
Issue Date: Dec 30, 2021
Closing Date and Time: Jan 20, 2022 2:00 pmOpportunity Type: Request For Qualification
Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) requests quotes from qualified vendors to provide one (1), lowered floor, ADA accessible passenger van or approved equal as specified in the Specifications/Scope of Work. Release of this RFQ solicitation does not compel the KCATA to purchase.
PLEASE BE SURE TO REVIEW "ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: ADDITIONAL DETAILS" FOR ADDENDUMS 1 AND 2
See Details2022 LE MOBILITY FWD SEVEN (7) PASSENGER MOBILITY VAN
Bid # F21-5031-25A
Issue Date: Dec 30, 2021
Closing Date and Time: Jan 20, 2022 2:00 pmOpportunity Type: Request For Qualification
Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) requests quotes from qualified vendors to provide one two (2), 2022 OR 2023 Toyota Sienna LE Mobility FWD 7 Passenger Mobility van specified herein for the use by a 5310 Grant Subrecipient, Down Syndrome Guild, or approved equal as specified in the Specifications /Scope of Work. Release of this RFQ solicitation does not compel the KCATA to purchase.
PLEASE BE SURE TO REVIEW "ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: ADDITIONAL DETAILS" FOR ADDENDUMS 1 AND 2
See Details2022 LOWERED FLOOR, ADA ACCESIBLE, SEVEN (7) PASSENGER MINI VAN
Bid # F21-5032-25A
Issue Date: Dec 29, 2021
Closing Date and Time: Jan 20, 2022 2:00 pmOpportunity Type: Request For Qualification
Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) requests quotes from qualified vendors to provide one (1) 2022 or 2023 lowered floor, ADA accessible, Front Wheel Drive (FWD), Seven (7) passenger Mobility Van or approved equal as specified in the Specifications/Scope of Work. Release of this RFQ solicitation does not compel the KCATA to purchase.
PLEASE BE SURE TO REVIEW "ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: ADDITIONAL DETAILS" FOR ADDENDUMS 1 AND 2
See DetailsRegional Vanpool Services
Bid # 22-7001-32
Issue Date: Nov 22, 2021
Closing Date and Time: Dec 28, 2021 2:00 pmOpportunity Type: Request For Proposal
The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) is solicitating proposals from experienced turnkey vanpool providers to assist KCATA with expanding its vanpool program in accordance with the requirements and provisions stated within the RFP.
See DetailsKCATA East-West Transit Study
Bid # F22-7003-29C
Issue Date: Nov 12, 2021
Closing Date and Time: Dec 20, 2021 2:00 pmOpportunity Type: Request For Proposal
The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA), in cooperation with the Kansas City Streetcar Authority (KCSA), the City of Kansas City, Missouri (KCMO), Jackson County, Missouri, the Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas (UG) and the University of Kansas Health System (KUHS) is seeking proposals from qualified firms to conduct an East-West Transit Study evaluating an east-west high-capacity transit connection between the KU Health System and the Rock Island Corridor / Truman Sports Complex. This project has a 23% Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation goal.
See DetailsMobile Lifts and Support Stands
Bid # F21-5020-20C
Issue Date: Nov 24, 2021
Closing Date and Time: Dec 17, 2021 2:00 pmOpportunity Type: Written Quote
The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) and Unified Government of WYCO/KCK (UG) is solicitating proposals from qualified bus lift suppliers as specified in the Specifications/Scope of Work. The release of this RFQ solicitation does not compel the KCATA/UG to purchase.
See DetailsEnterprise Project Management Office (EPMO) Consultant
Bid # F21-7030-21A
Issue Date: Oct 29, 2021
Closing Date and Time: Dec 07, 2021 2:00 pmOpportunity Type: Request For Proposal
The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) is seeking a professional consultant firm to assist KCATA in the establishment of an Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO) within the agency. The goal of this centralized EPMO office is to provide company-wide guidance, governance, standardized processes, reporting, and project portfolio management best practicies, tools and techniques.
See DetailsTreatment Chemicals and Services for Steam Boiler, Cooling Tower and Closed Loop Systems
Bid # G21-7014-26
Issue Date: Oct 21, 2021
Closing Date and Time: Nov 29, 2021 2:00 pmOpportunity Type: Request For Qualification
Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) requests quotes from qualified vendors to provide a cost effective, comprehensive water treatment program for heating and cooling systems as specified in the Specifications/Scope of Work. The term of the contract will be for five (5) years. Release of this RFQ solicitation does not compel the KCATA to purchase.
PLEASE READ/ DOWNLOAD THE "ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: ADDITIONAL DETAILS" FOR ANY ADDENDUMS
See DetailsTransit Bus Advertising Program Management
Bid # G21-7035-34A
Issue Date: Sep 29, 2021
Closing Date and Time: Nov 16, 2021 2:00 pmOpportunity Type: Request For Proposal
The KCATA is soliciting written proposals from qualified suppliers interested in managing transit bus advertising program for the KCATA, Independence, Johnson County and Unified Government for transit advertising sales, advertising production, installation and advertising removal services.
See DetailsJohnson County Transit Paratransit Scheduling Software & Services
Bid # F21-7037-30A
Issue Date: Sep 21, 2021
Closing Date and Time: Oct 27, 2021 4:00 pmOpportunity Type: Request For Proposal
Johnson County Transit is seeking a firm to provide Paratransit Scheduling Software and Scheduling Services. Firms may submit proposals for 1) software only; 2) scheduling services only; or 3) both software and scheduling services.
See DetailsRideKC Development 10th & Main TOD
Bid # 21-8021-59B
Issue Date: Aug 10, 2021
Closing Date and Time: Oct 13, 2021 4:00 pmOpportunity Type: Request For Proposal
The RIDEKC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (RKCDC), a non-profit development corporation and wholly owned subsidiary of the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) is issuing this Request for Proposals (RFP) to solicit Transit Oriented Development proposals for a parcel of real property owned by KCATA at 10th and Main Street, Kansasa City, MO, and is located on the KC Streetcar line. The acquisition of the real property was assisted by the Federal Transit Administration.
See DetailsKC Streetcar North Rail Feasibility Study
Bid # KC Streetcar RFP
Issue Date: Aug 16, 2021
Closing Date and Time: Sep 20, 2021 2:00 pmOpportunity Type: Request For Proposal
The Kansas City Streetcar Authority (KCSA), in coordination with the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) and the City of North Kansas City, Missouri is seeking proposals from qualified firms to conduct a Streetcar NorthRail Extension Study to evaluate a streetcar extension over the Missouri River to the City of North Kansas City, Missouri.
This RFP is posted on KCATA's website as a courtesy to KCSCA. All questions and requests for clarification are to be directed to Lauren Krutty, KCSCA Planning & Operations Manager, at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).
See DetailsKCATA Property and Casualty Insurance Broker Consultant Services
Bid # # F21-8008-38B
Issue Date: Aug 02, 2021
Closing Date and Time: Sep 02, 2021 2:00 pmOpportunity Type: Request For Proposal
The KCATA is soliciting written proposals from qualified firms interested in providing property and casualty insurance broker consulting services. The selected firm must meet all licensing and education requirements for their professions, including Broker's license valid in the states of Missouri and Kansas.
See DetailsSupply of Bulk Antifreeze & Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)
Bid # G21-6002-23
Issue Date: Aug 06, 2021
Closing Date and Time: Sep 01, 2021 2:00 pmOpportunity Type: Written Quote
Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) requests quotes from qualified vendors to provide BULK ANTIFREEZE AND DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID (DEF)
See DetailsJohnson County Transit Operations & Management Services
Bid # F21-7024-30A
Issue Date: Jun 23, 2021
Closing Date and Time: Aug 06, 2021 2:00 pmOpportunity Type: Request For Proposal
On behalf of Johnson County Transit (JCT) located in Johnson County, Kansas, KCATA is soliciting written proposals from qualified firms interested in providding the operation and management of transit services in the following areas: RideKC in Johnson County; RideKC Freedom Johnson County; Sheltered Workshop Industrial Fixed Transit (SWIFT); RideKC in Johnson County Microtransit; and Supplemental Taxi Services. Firms responsible for RideKC Johnson County, RideKC Freedom Johnson County, and SWIFT service will also be responsible for providing Vehicle Maintenance services, to include spare parts and flud, for these programs. Each contractor is responsible for their own dispatch services.
**See below for required Cost Proposal Forms to be submitted with RFP Proposa **
See DetailsKCATA Drug and Alcohol Test and Medical Health Services
Bid # #G21-7021-21C
Issue Date: Jun 04, 2021
Closing Date and Time: Jun 29, 2021 2:00 pmOpportunity Type: Request For Proposal
KCATA is seeking qualified providers to submit written proposals for drug and alcohol test collections and medical health services according to the requirements specified.
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KCATA Project Management Consultant Services
Bid # F21-7023-39A
Issue Date: May 28, 2021
Closing Date and Time: Jun 24, 2021 2:00 pmOpportunity Type: Request For Qualification
KCATA is seeking a professional consultant firm to assist in the establishment and implementation of a Project Management Office (PMO) structure within the agency. The Project Management Consultant (PMC) will assist with development of a PM system including standards and procedures and assure compliance with Federal Transit Administration (FTA) project procurement and management requirements.
If you are interested in this project and would like to receive further communication, please email Denise Adams with the following: Contact name, title, firm name (if applicable); telephone number, and email address.
**6/15/2021: Addendum #1 has been uploaded **
See DetailsRequest for Information (RFI) - Real Time Information Signs
Bid # F21-8010-59A
Issue Date: May 03, 2021
Closing Date and Time: May 28, 2021 2:00 pmOpportunity Type: Request For Information
**5/21/2021 UPDATE: Closing date has been extended. See Addendum #1 below for more information **
KCATA, in partnership with the City of Kansas City (KCMO) and Kansas City Streetcar Authority (KCSCA), is seeking information and technical data from vendors to evaluate the current "state of the art" for outdoor real-time transit signage. Upon evaluation of available signage systems on the market, Kansas City intends to procue new real time signage for installation on Kansas City's streetcar platforms.
This is a Request for Information (RFI) and is not a “solicitation,” “Request for Qualifications (RFQ),” “Request for Proposals (RFP),” or procurement of any kind.
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