RCTC plans and implements transportation and transit improvements, assists local governments with money for streets and roads, helps smooth the way for commuters and goods movement, and ensures that everyone in Riverside County has access to transportation.
Thank you for your interest in doing business with the Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC). We are committed to providing an equal opportunity for all business enterprises to participate in our procurement and contracting activities.
RCTC uses PlanetBids, a fully automated web-based vendor and bid management system.
Whether you are a new vendor with RCTC or an existing vendor, you must register your firm in order to receive contracting notifications. Prospective Bidders are solely responsible for maintaining up to date and accurate information. Vendors may edit their profile at any time. Prospective Bidders are solely responsible for contacting PlanetBids directly for technical assistance.
Click here to become a vendor.
If you would like to view and/or print the list of North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) codes currently used by RCTC, click here to view current list of codes.
Note:
- RCTC does not require vendors to use a Social Security or Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN). You may use a phone number or any 9 digits for the required FEI/Tax ID Number field.
- In order to access the BidsOnline system, you must install Adobe flash player 10.1 or higher. Click here to download and install the latest Adobe Flash Player.
For procurement information email info@rctc.org.
All bidders are required to disclose any campaign contribution in an amount of more than $500 made by the bidder, and/or bidder’s agent, to any Commissioner within 12 months from the date of these Bid Documents/Request for Proposals (as applicable).
CURRENT BID OPPORTUNITIES
THERE ARE CURRENTLY NO OPEN RFP’S AT THIS TIME.
Request for Proposals (Click to View Details) |
Issued |
Due Date |
| Request for Proposals (RFP) No. 26-24-082-00 RAILROAD RIGHT OF WAY AND PROPERTY (VACANT LOT) MAINTENANCE SERVICES | 07/22/2026 | 08/31/2026 |
| Request for Proposals (RFP) No. 26-26-074-00 Landscape Maintenance Services for the Commuter Rail Stations and Toll Facilities | 04/08/2026 | 05/20/2026 |
THERE ARE CURRENTLY NO OPEN RFQ’S AT THIS TIME.
Request for Qualifications (Click to View Details) |
Issued |
Due Date |
THERE ARE CURRENTLY NO OPEN IFB’S AT THIS TIME.
Invitation for Bids (Click to View Details) |
Issued |
Due Date |
UPCOMING BID OPPORTUNITIES
Project Name |
Phase |
Advertisement Date |
| Santa Ana River Trail - Phase 2 | Construction | January 2027 |
| Santa Ana River Trail - Phase 1 | Construction | February 2027 |
| Riverside Downtown At-Grade Crossing | Construction | February 2027 |
| 91/PVL Double Track | Construction | April 2027 |
| SR-79 Realignment - Segment 3 | Construction Management | June 2027 |
| Pennsylvania Avenue Grade Separation | Construction Management | To Be Decided |
NOTE: All dates are subject to change. For additional questions, please email info@rctc.org
THERE ARE CURRENTLY NO UPCOMING BID OPPORTUNITIES.
CALL FOR PROJECTS
Call for Projects (Click to View Details) |
Issued |
Due Date |
| Fiscal Year 2024/25 – 2026/27 Measure A Specialized Transit Program Call for Projects | 02/14/2024 | OPEN |
THERE ARE CURRENTLY NO CALL FOR PROJECT OPPORTUNITIES.
AWARDED CONTRACTS
THERE ARE CURRENTLY NO AWARDED RFP’S AT THIS TIME.
Request for Proposals |
Awarded |
Awarded to: Royal Coaches Auto Body & Towing, LLC; and Carpe Carma, LLC DBA Pomona Valley TowingRequest For Proposals (RFP) No. 26-45-054-00 - Freeway Service Patrol (FSP) Service Areas: Beats No. 4, 7, and 8 |
06/10/2026 |
Awarded to: Costin Public Outreach Group, Inc.Request For Proposals (RFP) No. 26-25-052-00 - On-Call Public Outreach and Marketing Services for Rail Program |
06/10/2026 |
Awarded to: DudekRequest For Proposals (RFP) No. 26037 Western Riverside County Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan (MSHCP) Compliance Review Services |
06/01/2026 |
Awarded to: AMMA Transit Planning, Inc.Request For Proposals (RFP) No. 26-62-053-00 - Public and Specialized Transit Planning Services |
05/13/2026 |
Awarded to: AECOM Technical Services; Alta Planning + Design; HNTB Corporation; ICF Consulting; Media Beef; Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Services; and Steer Davis & GleaveRequest For Proposals (RFP) No. 26-41-035-00 - On-Call Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Services |
04/08/2026 |
Awarded to: Alta Planning + Design, Inc.Request For Proposals (RFP) No. 26-41-034-00 Inland Empire Next Generation Strategic Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Plan Services |
04/08/2026 |
Awarded to: Neology, Inc.; Kapsch TrafficCom USA, Inc.; and Star Systems AmericaRequest For Proposals (RFP) No. 26-31-027-00 - 6C Transponders |
03/11/2026 |
THERE ARE CURRENTLY NO AWARDED RFQ’S AT THIS TIME.
Request for Qualifications |
Awarded |
Awarded to: Verdantas Inc.; Ninyo & Moore Geotechnical & Environmental Sciences Consultants; and NV5 Environmental, LPRequest For Qualifications (RFQ) No. 26-31-033-00 - On-Call Right of Way (ROW) Environmental Site Assessment Services |
08/12/2026 |
Awarded to: SC ConstructorsRequest For Qualifications (RFQ) No. 25-31-007-00 - I-15 Express Lanes Project Southern Extension - Progressive Design-Build |
05/13/2026 |
Awarded to: Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects LLCRequest For Qualifications (RFQ) No. 26-27-029-00 - Construction Management Services for Santa Ana River Trail 2 (SART 2) Phase 6 - Package A Project |
05/13/2026 |
THERE ARE CURRENTLY NO AWARDED IFB’S AT THIS TIME.
RAIL STATION VENDORS
RCTC allows vendors to operate at the Metrolink Train Stations in Riverside County. In order to be considered, a new vendor is required to review the incidental use policy, complete all required documentation, and return to RCTC for review.
Please contact RCTC at 951.787.7141 or by email at info@rctc.org, if you have any questions.
STATION ACTIVITIES
Station Parking Lot Improvements
Riverside-Downtown Metrolink Station
Riverside-La Sierra Metrolink Station
Station Advertising
Individuals interested in conducting leafleting, solicitation, and/or political campaign activities at any of RCTC’s commuter rail stations must complete and submit a “Leafleting, Solicitation and/or Political Campaign Activities Permit Application” to the Commission’s Rail Department. All procedures and policies regarding the application process and advertising activities are outlined in the Non-Commercial Advertising Policy document, click here to download.
Permits shall be issued for two month periods as follows (except in the case of election months and the month immediately preceding election dates):
- January and February (Permit Period #1)
- March and April (Permit Period #2)
- May and June (Permit Period #3)
- July and August (Permit Period #4)
- September and Octrober (Permit Period #5)
- November and December (Permit Period #6)
Applications for a particular permit period shall be due by the 19th day of the calendar month immediately preceding the particular permit period.
For questions, please contact RCTC’s Rail Department at 951.787.7141. When completed, the Leafleting, Solicitation and/or Political Campaign Activities Permit Application together with a copy of the material to be distributed should be e-mailed to info@rctc.org.
DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE (DBE) PROGRAM
The Commission strongly encourages the utilization and participation of certified DBE firms in its contracting and procurement activities.
It is the Commission’s policy to ensure that DBEs have an equal opportunity to receive and participate in DOT-assisted contracts. The Commission procurements will be administered without discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, or national origin.
RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION PROPOSED FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATIONTRIENNIAL DBE GOAL FFY 2025-2027
In accordance with 49 CFR Part 26.45(g), the Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC), as a recipient of U.S. Department of Transportation assistance, announces a proposed Federal Transit Administration (FTA) overall Triennial Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal of 6.4% for Federal Fiscal Years 2025-2027. This race-neutral goal represents the percentage of work anticipated to be performed by certified DBE firms on RCTC’s FTA-assisted projects. The methodology used to determine the proposed goal will be available for public inspection for thirty (30) days from the date of this notice upon request.
RCTC will host a webinar on April 16th from 10:00 am – 11:00 am PDT to present the methodology for establishing the proposed DBE goal, provide an opportunity for public comment, and answer any questions about RCTC’s DBE program and proposed DBE goal. Click here to register for the webinar.
RCTC and the U.S. Department of Transportation will accept comments on this proposed goal for 30 days from the date of this notice. Written comments to the RCTC DBE Liaison Officer, Matthew Wallace, may be emailed to mwallace@rctc.org or mailed to 4080 Lemon Street 3rd Floor, Riverside, CA 92501. Written comments can also be sent directly to the FTA, Karin Vosgueritchian, Region 9 Civil Rights Officer, 888 S. Figueroa St, Ste 440, Los Angeles, CA 90017. Written comments at both locations will be accepted until Thursday, May 2, 2024.