Chatham County - Savannah Metropolitan Planning Commission - On-Call Professional Consulting Services - RFQ No. 2026-02 (2026)
Coastal Region MPOMPO · Savannah, GA- Due
- Nov 6, 2026
- 21 days left
- Posted
- Oct 7, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Kieron Coffield
- (912) 651-1440
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Chatham County - Savannah Metropolitan Planning Commission (MPC), on behalf of the Coastal Region Metropolitan Planning Organization (CORE MPO), is issuing a Request for Qualifications for staff augmentation through On-Call Professional Consulting Services for CORE MPO Task Orders within the CORE MPO Metropolitan Planning Area. The scope of work includes transportation planning activities supporting the development and update of the Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) and Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), special studies such as the Non-Motorized Transportation Plan Update, Thoroughfare Plan Update, transit/paratransit planning, Bicycle and Pedestrian Facility Study, Urban Flood Model Phase II, Ferguson Avenue study, and Bay Street Microsimulation Modelling, utilizing Highway Planning (PL) and Transit Planning (Section 5303) funds. Responses are due by November 6, 2026, at 5:00 PM (Eastern) and must be submitted to the MPC located at 110 East State Street, Savannah, Georgia, 31401, with five paper copies and one electronic copy on a flash drive required.
Comprehensively demonstrates knowledge and experience to address scope of work, 35%; Demonstrates understanding of scope of work and local factors and approach, 35%; Demonstrates how consultant will meet staffing requirements and completion of required State and Federal tasks, 30%
SUMMARY
The Chatham County - Savannah Metropolitan Planning Commission (MPC), on behalf of the Coastal Region Metropolitan Planning Organization (CORE MPO), is issuing a Request for Qualifications for staff augmentation through On-Call Professional Consulting Services for CORE MPO Task Orders within the CORE MPO Metropolitan Planning Area.
The scope of work includes transportation planning activities supporting the development and update of the Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) and Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), special studies such as the Non-Motorized Transportation Plan Update, Thoroughfare Plan Update, transit/paratransit planning, Bicycle and Pedestrian Facility Study, Urban Flood Model Phase II, Ferguson Avenue study, and Bay Street Microsimulation Modelling, utilizing Highway Planning (PL) and Transit Planning (Section 5303) funds. Responses are due by November 6, 2026, at 5:00 PM (Eastern) and must be submitted to the MPC located at 110 East State Street, Savannah, Georgia, 31401, with five paper copies and one electronic copy on a flash drive required.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Comprehensively demonstrates knowledge and experience to address scope of work, 35%
- Demonstrates understanding of scope of work and local factors and approach, 35%
- Demonstrates how consultant will meet staffing requirements and completion of required State and Federal tasks, 30%
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Certificate of Insurance
- Affidavit of Certification
- Notice of Non-Discrimination
- Transmittal Letter
- Consultant's Qualifications/Experience of Key Personnel
- Project Understanding
- References
- Resumes
- Submit to
- 110 East State Street, Savannah, Georgia 31401 / P.O. Box 8246, Savannah, Georgia 31412-8246
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Savannah, Georgia
- Reported agency
- Chatham County - Savannah Metropolitan Planning Commission
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFQ from Coastal Region MPO?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 6, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 110 East State Street, Savannah, Georgia 31401 / P.O. Box 8246, Savannah, Georgia 31412-8246. For questions, contact Kieron Coffield.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Coastal Region MPO 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 RFQ submission deadline?
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 6, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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: Certificate of Insurance, Affidavit of Certification, Notice of Non-Discrimination, Transmittal Letter, Consultant's Qualifications/Experience of Key Personnel, Project Understanding, References, Resu. Review the full document from Coastal Region MPO for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Savannah, Georgia. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.