Bid guide
How to bid on On-Call Transit Planning Services for the City of Madison
What the City of Madison is buying
The City of Madison is looking for on-call transit planning services. This means they need expert help with various transit-related projects as they come up, rather than for a single, defined project. This type of contract is valuable for vendors seeking ongoing work with the city.
This is an opportunity for professional services firms specializing in transit planning to establish a working relationship with the City of Madison.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The solicitation was published on July 27, 2026. All responses must be submitted by August 28, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. It is important to submit your response well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues.
After the deadline, the City of Madison will review all submitted proposals. Late submissions are typically not accepted.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for professional services firms with expertise in transit planning. Companies that have a proven track record in urban planning, transportation engineering, or public transit consulting would be a good fit.
The work falls under the professional services category, specifically for specialized planning expertise.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full solicitation documents and instructions on how to respond, you need to go to Wisconsin VendorNet. The solicitation number is 15036-0-2026-BG.
Once on the Wisconsin VendorNet page for this bid, you will find the synopsis, contact information, and all necessary documents. The posting will direct you on the specific method for submitting your response, which could include fax, email, or routing through ShopUW+.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
When preparing your response for on-call services, highlight your firm's flexibility and range of expertise. Emphasize your ability to handle diverse transit planning tasks and adapt to varying project scopes and timelines.
Clearly articulate your team's qualifications and experience with similar projects. Provide examples of past work that demonstrate your firm's capacity to deliver high-quality results for municipal clients. Ensure your proposal directly addresses any specific requirements or preferred methodologies outlined in the solicitation documents.
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 City of Madison; the original posting controls.