Doing Business With Us
PROCUREMENT (SOLICITATION, DOCUMENTS AND INFORMATION)
The RTC Procurement division is responsible for managing fair, transparent, and competitive solicitation processes in support of the agency’s operational and capital needs. By providing clear procurement documents, guidance, and accessible information, the division ensures compliance with all applicable regulations while promoting integrity, accountability, and best value for the public. Our procurement practices support RTC’s mission by securing the goods, services, and professional expertise necessary to advance safe, efficient, and reliable transportation throughout Washoe County.
RTC PROCUREMENT OPPORTUNITIES
The Regional Transportation Commission uses Procureware. All RTC Invitation for Bids, Request for Proposals, Request for Qualifications and Request for Quotes will be available to view and download directly from ProcureWare.
Online registration is required in order to download documents and to receive automatic notification of contracting opportunities. There is no charge to register.
The Regional Transportation Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Minority, Women and Disadvantaged Business Enterprises to participate in the competitive procurement process.
SMALL BUSINESS
RTC utilizes the Small Business Development Center, at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) to seek out and develop a listing of local and regional small businesses. Nevada SBDC guides and assists Nevadans looking to start and grow businesses, with objectives to increase business starts, create and retain jobs, and increase access to capital. One-on-one advising services are free and confidential. Nevada SBDC also offers and coordinates a wide range of workshops and courses in collaboration with public and private entities.
The RTC also utilizes the directory of Emerging Small Businesses through the Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development to provide procurement outreach opportunities. The GOED’s Local Emerging Small Business (ESB) Program is a certification program for Nevada small businesses interested in doing business with state and local government agencies such as the RTC. View their ESB flyer, and see below for information on how to become certified. This program also provides procurement technical assistance through the Nevada PTAC, POP.
Application for Local Emerging Small Business (ESB) Certification
An applicant seeking certification as a Local Emerging Small Business in the State of Nevada must submit a complete application to the Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development.
SUPPLIER DIVERSITY PROGRAM
Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program – RTC ANNOUNCES NEW TRIENNIAL DBE GOAL FOR FFY2026-2028
The RTC receives funding from the U.S. DOT through the Federal Transit Administration and from the Nevada DOT. Government agencies that receive federal funds must implement a DBE program in accordance with 49 C.F.R. Part 2.
Our DBE Program is all about Diversity
The Regional Transportation Commission of Washoe County (RTC) has established a goal to identify, communicate and work with businesses that are certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs). Our program provides business opportunities for those DBEs who are interested in contracting services with the RTC.
The RTC is committed to identify, communicate and work with businesses that are certified DBEs. A DBE is defined as a small business that is socially or economically disadvantaged. To learn more about DBE qualifications, read the DBE program specified below.
RTC FFY 2025 DBE Program Update
It is the policy of the RTC to ensure nondiscrimination in the award and administration of U.S. Department of Transportation-assisted contracts and to create a level playing field on which DBEs can compete fairly for contracts and subcontracts. The RTC established an overall goal of 0.55% for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation in federally funded contract opportunities for Federal Fiscal Years 2026-2028.
A description of the methodology used in developing this goal, is available for public review by clicking here RTC Overall DBE Goal FFY 2026-2028.
Contracting — Could this be an opportunity for you?
The RTC awards various contracts for goods and professional services to qualified DBE businesses. Some of the types of contracts we have entered into are listed below:
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BECOMING A CERTIFIED DBE
Business enterprises wishing to get formal certification as a Disadvantaged-Owned Business Enterprise (DBE), Minority-Owned Business Enterprise (MBE), Small Business Enterprise (SBE) or Woman-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE) can visit the following websites:
DBE/SBE – Nevada Department of Transportation – Compliance and Certification Management System
