Executive Search Services For A Public Transit Agency
Summary
Proposals from well-qualified, experienced and successful executive search firms are sought by the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority as it endeavors to fill the vacancy of Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Firms who possess the ability to collaborate, maintain confidentiality, work to understand the specific nuances, skills, experience and expertise necessary to assist KCATA and its recruitment efforts are encouraged to pursue the work scope included in this Request for Proposals.
KCATA is one of the few bi-state authorities in the country. KCATA operates the Metro Area Express (MAX) bus rapid transit service in Kansas City, Missouri, and 78 local bus routes in Missouri and Kansas.
**** Questions and Clarifications Requests Deadline to KCATA Procurement: February 13, 2026, 2:00 p.m. Central Time ***
******* RFP Closing: February 27, 2026, 2:00 p.m. Central Time *******
Details
Bid# G26-8001-29A
Opportunity Type: Request For Proposal
Opening Date: Feb 09, 2026
Closing Date: Feb 27, 2026 2:00 pm
Contact Name: Kristen Emmendorfer, Procurement Director
Phone: (816) 346-0360
Email: Kristene@kcata.org
Timeline
Search Committee Appointed/Announced
February 12, 2026
Q&A Deadline
February 13, 2026 | 2pm CST
Written questions, requests for clarifications, and comments by must be submitted by the date and time listed above.
Response to Questions
February 19, 2025
KCATA’s Response to Questions, Comments and Requests for Clarification
Closing Date
February 27, 2026 | 2pm CST
Submissions must be submitted by the date and time listed above within the Central Time Zone.
Interview Dates
March 12-13, 2026
This is the tentative interview dates as needed for respondents
Contract Approval for Award
March 25 2026
This is the projected contract approval for award by the Board of Commissioners
