Bid guide
How to bid on On-Call Grant Development Services for CityBus
What CityBus is buying and why it matters
CityBus, the Greater Lafayette Public Transportation Corporation, is looking for qualified consultants to provide on-call grant development, compliance, and technical advisory services. This contract will support CityBus in finding and applying for grants, managing grant funds, ensuring regulatory compliance, and closing out projects.
The services will help CityBus with important initiatives like modernizing its fleet, investing in new technology, and improving its facilities. Work will be assigned as needed through individual task assignments, making this a flexible opportunity for consultants.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This Request for Proposals (RFP) was published on September 22, 2026. All proposals must be submitted by November 16, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET. This is a firm deadline, and late submissions are typically not accepted.
At the deadline, the submission period closes, and CityBus, through its administrator NEORide, will begin evaluating the received proposals. It is important to submit your response well before the closing time to avoid any last-minute technical issues.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for consulting firms with expertise in grant writing, grant administration, regulatory compliance, and technical advisory services, particularly within the transportation sector. Firms that can act as an extension of agency staff, offering strategic guidance and technical knowledge across the entire grant lifecycle, will be a good fit.
Experience with federal, state, and local transportation grants, as well as projects involving fleet modernization, technology implementation, and facility improvements, will be highly relevant.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full solicitation details and submit your proposal, you need to use the OpenGov Procurement portal. First, locate the original source of this opportunity on OpenGov Procurement.
When you access OpenGov, you may see a brief security check; allow it to complete. You will then need to sign in or create a free vendor account. This account will allow you to download all necessary documents, ask questions, join the planholders list, and submit your proposal. Any official updates or addenda will also be communicated through OpenGov.
Practical tips for a competitive response
When preparing your proposal, clearly demonstrate your firm's experience with similar on-call contracts and your ability to manage multiple task assignments. Highlight specific examples of successful grant applications, compliance management, and technical advisory roles for public transportation agencies.
Emphasize your understanding of the grant lifecycle, from opportunity identification to project closeout. Detail your team's qualifications and how they align with CityBus's needs for strategic guidance and technical expertise. Ensure your proposal directly addresses all requirements outlined in the solicitation documents available on OpenGov Procurement.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from CityBus (Greater Lafayette Public Transportation Corporation); the original posting controls.