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.
THERE ARE CURRENTLY NO OPEN RFQ’S AT THIS TIME.
THERE ARE CURRENTLY NO OPEN IFB’S AT THIS TIME.
Invitation for Bids (Click to View Details) |
Issued |
Due Date |
| Invitation for Bids (IFB) No. 25-33-108-00 - Construction of the Perris - South Metrolink Station and Layover Facility Expansion Project | 06/17/2025 | 07/29/2025 |
| Invitation for Bids (IFB) No. 25-45-059-00 - Call Box Removal | 02/04/2025 | 03/04/2025 |
| Bid Tabulation - Call Box Removal | ||
| Invitation for Bids (IFB) No. 25-31-120-00 - Express Lanes Spare Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Poles | 06/18/2025 | 07/30/2025 |
UPCOMING BID OPPORTUNITIES
Project Name |
Phase |
Advertisement Date |
| Right of Way Support Services | ROW | June 2025 |
| South Perris Station Expansion | Construction | June 2025 |
| Mid County Parkway Ramona Expressway | Construction | July 2025 |
| Coachella Valley Rail - Tier 2/Project Level | Environmental | August 2025 |
| I-10/SR-79 Interchange Improvements | PSR | August 2025 |
| 91 Eastbound Corridor Operations Project | PS&E | August 2025 |
| Riverside Downtown At Grade Crossing | Construction | September 2025 |
| SR-60 Potrero Interchange | Construction | September 2025 |
| PVL Double Track | Construction | May 2026 |
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: Michael Baker InternationalRequest For Proposals (RFP) No. 25-62-036-00-00 - Transportation Development Act (TDA) Triennial Performance Audit Services |
03/12/2025 |
Awarded to: Bender Rosenthal; CBRE Inc.; Hawran & Malm, LLC.; R.P. Laurain & Associates, Inc.; Riggs & Riggs, Inc.; Thompson & Thompson Real Estate Valuation and Consulting, Inc.Request For Proposals (RFP) No. 25-31-008-00-00 - On-Call Right of Way Appraisal and Appraisal Review Services |
03/12/2025 |
Awarded to: Granite Construction CompanyRequest For Proposals (RFP) No. 24-31-089-00 - On-Call Pavement Maintenance Services for the Riverside County Transportation Commission Owned Express Lanes Facilities |
11/13/2024 |
Awarded to: DudekRequest For Proposals (RFP) No. 24007 - Professional Services for Master Wildfire Management Plan |
11/04/2024 |
Awarded to: American System IntegratorsRequest For Proposals (RFP) No. 24-24-098-00 - Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) System Maintenance/Repair and Installation Services for the Riverside County Transportation Commission Owned Commuter Rail Stations |
10/09/2024 |
THERE ARE CURRENTLY NO AWARDED RFQ’S AT THIS TIME.
Request for Qualifications |
Awarded |
Awarded to: Moffat & Nichol; HDR Engineering, Inc.; HNTB Corporation; WSP USA, Inc.Request For Qualifications (RFQ) No. 24-33-097-00 Design Engineering and Environmental Services for the Construction of Commuter Rail Station Capital Improvement Projects |
10/09/2024 |
Awarded to: HDR Engineering, Inc.Request For Qualifications (RFQ) No. 24-72-069-00 Project Study Reports (PSR) - Project Development Support (PDS) for the Bundy Canyon Road and Wildomar Trail Interchange Improvement Projects |
10/09/2024 |
Awarded to: WSP USA, IncRequest For Qualifications (RFQ) No. 23-31-044-00 -I-15 Smart Freeway Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) Operations Support |
09/11/2024 |
Awarded to: HDR Construction Control Corporation; FALCON Engineering Services, Inc.; Jacobs Project Management Co.; WSP USA Inc.; ANSER Advisory Management, LLC.Request For Qualifications (RFQ) No. 24-31-068-00 - On-Call Constructability Review and Miscellaneous Construction Management |
09/11/2024 |
Awarded to: David Evans and Associates, Inc.; GUIDA; Mark Thomas and Company, Inc.; PsomasRequest For Qualifications (RFQ) No. 24-31-076-00 - On-Call Right of Way Engineering and Surveying Services |
09/11/2024 |
THERE ARE CURRENTLY NO AWARDED IFB’S AT THIS TIME.
Invitation for Bids |
Awarded |
Awarded to: Statewide Traffic Safety and SignsInvitation For Bid (IFB) No. 24-31-060-00 RCTC - Channelizers |
04/10/2024 |
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.