Procurement
Monterey-Salinas Transit (MST) solicitations are either Requests for Proposals (RFP), or Invitations for Bids (IFB). MST sends RFPs to obtain proposals when a contract is competitively negotiated, with price and other factors evaluated to determine the proposal offering the best value to MST. RFPs are typically for professional services. An IFB is used to obtain bids when a contract is competitively bid. The contract is awarded to the responsible and responsive bidder submitting the lowest bid. IFBs are usually for services such as construction, goods, supplies and equipment, and general services.
Current Bid/Proposal Opportunities by Category
Architect and Engineering Services
(None at this time)
Bus Parts Procurements
(None at this time)
Construction Projects
(None at this time)
Equipment Procurements
(None at this time)
Maintenance Services
RFP # 13-11 Tire Lease And Service
Professional Services
RFP # 13-15 Janitorial Services
Addendum 1
Information Technology Procurements
(None at this time)
Vehicle Procurements
(None at this time)
DBE Policy
The Board of Directors of Monterey-Salinas Transit (MST) have adopted a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Policy to promote the participation of disadvantaged business enterprises (DBE’s) in all areas of MST contracting to the maximum extent practicable. Click here to view the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Plan.
