Valley Regional Transit

Buyer seeks to implement a fully integrated, ADA-compliant fare collection system to replace and/or upgrade its current system. The solution includes electronic fareboxes, mobile ticketing application, validators, and a centralized backend revenue tracking system. The system must integrate with existing infrastructure and support various payment methods including cash, cards, and mobile ticketing. Buyer requires a three-year initial contract with options for four additional one-year terms.

• 5/8/2025 - Questions Due
• 5/22/2025 - Proposal Due Date
• 5/23/2025 - Submittal Review and Selection
• 6/23/2025 - Notification of Intent to Award
• 7/1/2025 - Notice to Proceed

• Subcontractors properly licensed by State of Idaho
• Completed at least two fare collection system projects within five years
• Regularly engaged in field installation of specified equipment
• Provide three references demonstrating experience with public or private entities
• Meet VRT insurance requirements

• Implement electronic validating fareboxes on fixed-route fleet
• Provide mobile ticketing application with QR code validation capability
• Integrate with existing CAD/AVL system
• Install cashbox vaulting systems and probing stations
• Develop centralized backend system to track revenue transactions
• Train staff on farebox maintenance and system administration
• Provide technical support and warranty services
• Enable smart card and magnetic card processing
• Implement partner pass programs and employee bus passes
• Deliver documentation and conduct acceptance testing