How to bid on ITS4US Deployment Accelerator Pilot Technical Assistance from DOT

What the agency is buying and why it matters

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), part of the Department of Transportation (DOT), intends to award a single-source purchase order for technical assistance related to the ITS4US Deployment Accelerator Pilot. This work will help up to five selected deployers replicate the Health Connector, a system developed by the Heart of Iowa Regional Transit Agency (HIRTA). The Health Connector links healthcare appointment scheduling with transportation services, aiming to improve access to healthcare.

This initiative seeks to accelerate the deployment of successful ITS4US components by transferring knowledge and technology. The technical assistance provider will coach selected deployers in creating a Proof-of-Concept for replicating the Health Connector technology. This project aims to maximize the DOT's investment in innovations by providing a structured mechanism for knowledge transfer.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

This notice was published on July 30, 2026. The deadline for submitting capability information is August 12, 2026, at 11:00 AM Eastern Time. This is not a request for competitive quotes or proposals. Any information received from interested parties will be considered only to determine if a competitive procurement should be conducted.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is for firms that believe they possess the unique ability to successfully perform the described technical assistance, specifically regarding the ITS4US Health Connector. The agency has identified HIRTA as the only organization with the necessary technical knowledge and ITS4US experience due to their role as the original developers and deployers of the Health Connector. Firms with direct experience in developing similar healthcare-transportation integration applications, working with medical facilities, systems integrators, and engaging with target populations, may find this relevant.

How to respond

To respond, you must submit a description of your firm's capabilities to satisfy this requirement. Your submission should demonstrate that your firm possesses the ability to successfully perform this effort. Responses must be received by the deadline of August 12, 2026, at 11:00 AM Eastern Time. All questions concerning this matter should be addressed directly to Jason Motala at [email protected].

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Practical tips for preparing a competitive response

Even though this is not a request for competitive quotes, a strong capabilities statement is crucial. Clearly articulate your firm's specific experience and expertise that directly relates to the Health Connector technology, its system architecture, API integrations, healthcare appointment scheduling protocols, and stakeholder coordination strategies. Highlight any direct experience with the ITS4US program or similar large-scale ITS deployment initiatives.

Focus on demonstrating how your firm's capabilities are unique and why you, like HIRTA, would be essential for providing in-depth technical assistance on this specific timeline. Provide concrete examples of past projects where your firm successfully developed, deployed, or provided technical assistance for similar mobility applications, especially those integrating healthcare and transportation services. Emphasize your ability to facilitate knowledge transfer and accelerate deployment.