ON-DEMAND TRANSPORTATION SERVICES

The Fort Pierce Redevelopment Agency (FPRA), a dependent special district of the City of Fort Pierce, Florida, is seeking proposals from qualified firms for on-demand transportation services (“On-Demand Services”) to enhance ride share services and transport users within the FPRA Boundaries. This Program will include short-distance on-demand electric vehicle services within the FPRA limits, and this will be free to the users. Service shall be in full accordance with the specifications, terms and conditions contained in this Request for Proposal (RFP).

The Fort Pierce Redevelopment Agency launched a one-year pilot program for on-demand transportation services in February 2023 in accordance with our FPRA Plan Goal To connect the Redevelopment Areas cultural and artistic hubs (Downtown, Marina, Fisherman’s Wharf, Beachside District, Lincoln Park and Peacock Arts Districts) to the Waterfront’s artistic and cultural amenities. Providing mobility options will impact economic development by supporting local businesses, reducing costs, attracting tourism and foster innovation within the city. The program started with four (4) 100% electric vehicles and as of September 2023, the program has provided over 9,000 passengers with over 5,500 rides.

In May 2023, the FPRA and St. Lucie County collaborated to submit an FDOT grant application with the objective to increase service days and hours, as well as service zones. The grant was awarded to the County, which will help fund this program for up to 3 years.

Through this RFP, the FPRA intends to select one company to implement, maintain, operate, and market the on-demand micro transit service. Final terms of the contract, fees and operating requirements will be determined through the contract negotiation process.