The City seeks to partner with up to three (3) shuttle operators for the Shuttle Program. The City anticipates the new program to begin operation on July 1, 2014 following this RFP solicitation. Contracts will be for a term of up to three (3) years each but funded annually. The schedules, hours of operation, and routes may be altered as part of the negotiation process and after to improve efficiency of the program. The required services are described in the Scope of Services.