FOIA Request: SEPTA M5 Rail Car Procurement [RFP 23-0085-AJAC]

To Whom It May Concern:

Pursuant to the Pennsylvania Right to Know Act, I hereby request the following records:

This pertains specifically to the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority Procurement for new railcars in July 2023 (RFP 23-0085-AJAC for M5 Metro Rail Cars):

Complete Submissions from Competitors: This includes all proposals, bids, and submissions from competing firms, detailing pricing, technical specifications, project timelines, and any other relevant information provided during the procurement process.

Evaluation Documents: Any documents related to the evaluation of the submissions, including scoring sheets, evaluation criteria, and notes from evaluators.

Communications: All communications between the Omaha Streetcar Authority and the competing firms, including emails, letters, meeting minutes, and any other forms of correspondence.

Contracts and Agreements: Copies of any contracts, agreements, or memorandums of understanding signed with the selected firm.

Meeting Minutes and Reports: Minutes from meetings where the procurement was discussed, as well as any reports or presentations related to the procurement process.

The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes.

In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter. I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 5 business days, as the statute requires.

Sincerely,

Margaret Wardell