Bartow County CBMPO 2055 MTP Update Engineering and Design Services RFP 26-35-005 (2026)
Bartow CountyCounty · Cartersville, GA- Due
- Jul 31, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 11, 2026
- Primary contact
- Shanice Amos
- (770) 607-6257
The 30-second brief
Bartow County is seeking qualified consultant firms to provide planning and engineering design services for the Cartersville Bartow Metropolitan Planning Organization (CBMPO) FY 2055 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) update. The selected consultant will assist with project administration, data calibration, travel modeling coordination, update and development of the 2055 MTP document, and comprehensive public outreach and involvement. Work includes reviewing existing conditions, conducting needs assessments, updating demographics, developing travel model scenarios with GDOT, prioritizing projects, and preparing cost feasible plans in compliance with federal and state requirements. The submission deadline is July 31, 2026, at 3:00 PM, with written questions due by July 22, 2026. The prime consultant must be prequalified in GDOT Area Class 1.02 Urban Area and Regional Transportation Planning, with team prequalifications suggested for several design and planning classes. Selection follows a two-phase process combining technical approach proposals and finalist presentations/interviews.
Statements of Proposals, Project Schedule, Progress Reports and Invoices, Calibrated Data and Maps, Travel Modeling Scenarios, Updated 2055 Metropolitan Transportation Plan, Public Outreach Materials, Online Public Surveys, Draft and Final 2055 MTP Documents (11 printed copies, PDF version, Electronic website version, Underlying calculations and spreadsheets)
Project Manager, Key Team Leader(s) and Prime's Experience and Proposals (20 points), Project Manager, Key Team Leader(s) and Prime's Resources and Workload Capacity (20 points), Presentation/Interview (40 points), Past Performance (20 points)
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Summary
Bartow County is seeking qualified consultant firms to provide planning and engineering design services for the Cartersville Bartow Metropolitan Planning Organization (CBMPO) FY 2055 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) update.
The selected consultant will assist with project administration, data calibration, travel modeling coordination, update and development of the 2055 MTP document, and comprehensive public outreach and involvement. Work includes reviewing existing conditions, conducting needs assessments, updating demographics, developing travel model scenarios with GDOT, prioritizing projects, and preparing cost feasible plans in compliance with federal and state requirements. The submission deadline is July 31, 2026, at 3:00 PM, with written questions due by July 22, 2026. The prime consultant must be prequalified in GDOT Area Class 1.02 Urban Area and Regional Transportation Planning, with team prequalifications suggested for several design and planning classes. Selection follows a two-phase process combining technical approach proposals and finalist presentations/interviews.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Project Manager, Key Team Leader(s) and Prime's Experience and Proposals (20 points), Project Manager, Key Team Leader(s) and Prime's Resources and Workload Capacity (20 points), Presentation/Interview (40 points), Past Performance (20 points)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Statements of Proposals, Project Schedule, Progress Reports and Invoices, Calibrated Data and Maps, Travel Modeling Scenarios, Updated 2055 Metropolitan Transportation Plan, Public Outreach Materials, Online Public Surveys, Draft and Final 2055 MTP Documents (11 printed copies, PDF version, Electronic website version, Underlying calculations and spreadsheets)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Proposals Letter and Certification
- Notarized Certification Form (Exhibit B)
- Notarized Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act Affidavit (Exhibit C)
- Signed Cover Page of any Addenda Issued
- Area Class Summary (Exhibit D)
- Submit to
- Bartow County Commissioner’s Office, Suite 251, 135 West Cherokee Avenue, Cartersville, GA 30120
- Scope location
- Cartersville, GA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Bartow County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 31, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Bartow County Commissioner’s Office, Suite 251, 135 West Cherokee Avenue, Cartersville, GA 30120. For questions, contact Shanice Amos.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Bartow County in GA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Shanice Amos at (770) 607-6257. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Statements of Proposals, Project Schedule, Progress Reports and Invoices, Calibrated Data and Maps, Travel Modeling Scenarios, Updated 2055 Metropolitan Transportation Plan, Public Outreach Materials, Online Public Surveys, Draft and Final 2055 MTP Documents (11 printed copies, PDF version, Electron. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Project Manager, Key Team Leader(s) and Prime's Experience and Proposals (20 points), Project Manager, Key Team Leader(s) and Prime's Resources and Workload Capacity (20 points), Presentation/Intervie..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Bartow County?
All active and historical solicitations from Bartow County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Bartow County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Proposals Letter and Certification, Notarized Certification Form (Exhibit B), Notarized Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act Affidavit (Exhibit C), Signed Cover Page of any Addenda Issued,. Review the full document from Bartow County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Cartersville, GA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.