Des Moines Area MPO - Regional Speed Management Study - RFP 2026
Des Moines Area MPOMPO · Des Moines, IA- Due
- Oct 16, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 18, 2026
- Duration
- 18 months
- Primary contact
- Marcus Coenen
The 30-second brief
The Des Moines Area Metropolitan Planning Organization requests proposals for a comprehensive Regional Speed Management Study to evaluate and address unsafe speed conditions on high-risk corridors and intersections within the MPO planning area. Funded through a Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Discretionary Grant, the study aims to reduce traffic fatalities and serious injuries in alignment with the MPO Vision Zero goal. Tasks include project management, existing conditions and data collection, regional speed profile, crash and systemic risk analysis, transportation disadvantage and vulnerable road user analysis, context-sensitive speed limit framework, countermeasure toolkit, priority corridor assessments, public and stakeholder engagement, and an implementation and prioritization framework. The estimated total available funds are $500,000, with project work scheduled from January 2027 through June 30, 2028. Proposals are due by 5:00 PM CT on October 16, 2026, with questions due by October 2, 2026.
Project work plan and schedule, Meeting materials and summaries, Progress reports, Quality Assurance/Quality Control documentation, Existing conditions memorandum, Regional speed limit inventory, Operating speed database, GIS database, Speed data collection results, Existing conditions maps, Regional speed profile, Regional speed maps, Posted versus operating speed analysis, Supporting GIS datasets, Speed-related crash analysis, Systemic risk analysis, Priority corridor intersection inventory, Transportation disadvantage and vulnerable road user analysis, Supporting maps, Regional speed limit setting methodology, Decision-making framework, Recommended regional policy, Model policy language, Regional Speed Management Countermeasure Review, Countermeasure selection guidance, Typical applications, Conceptual illustrations, Priority corridor assessments, Conceptual improvement exhibits, Recommended target speeds, Planning-level cost estimates, Implementation strategies, Engagement plan, Engagement materials and activities, Stakeholder and public input summaries, Prioritized project and strategy list, Implementation matrix, Short-, Medium-, And long-term action plan, Draft and final Regional Speed Management Study, Executive summary, Presentation materials, Editable graphics, Tables, And analytical files
Project Understanding and Approach (X6), Experience and Technical Competency (X5), Availability and Schedule (X4), Proposal Quality (X3), Past Performance (X2)
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Summary
The Des Moines Area Metropolitan Planning Organization requests proposals for a comprehensive Regional Speed Management Study to evaluate and address unsafe speed conditions on high-risk corridors and intersections within the MPO planning area.
Funded through a Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Discretionary Grant, the study aims to reduce traffic fatalities and serious injuries in alignment with the MPO Vision Zero goal. Tasks include project management, existing conditions and data collection, regional speed profile, crash and systemic risk analysis, transportation disadvantage and vulnerable road user analysis, context-sensitive speed limit framework, countermeasure toolkit, priority corridor assessments, public and stakeholder engagement, and an implementation and prioritization framework. The estimated total available funds are $500,000, with project work scheduled from January 2027 through June 30, 2028. Proposals are due by 5:00 PM CT on October 16, 2026, with questions due by October 2, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Project Understanding and Approach (X6)
- Experience and Technical Competency (X5)
- Availability and Schedule (X4)
- Proposal Quality (X3)
- Past Performance (X2)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
46- Project work plan and schedule
- Meeting materials and summaries
- Progress reports
- Quality Assurance/Quality Control documentation
- Existing conditions memorandum
- Regional speed limit inventory
- Operating speed database
- GIS database
- Speed data collection results
- Existing conditions maps
- Regional speed profile
- Regional speed maps
- Posted versus operating speed analysis
- Supporting GIS datasets
- Speed-related crash analysis
- Systemic risk analysis
- Priority corridor intersection inventory
- Transportation disadvantage and vulnerable road user analysis
- Supporting maps
- Regional speed limit setting methodology
- Decision-making framework
- Recommended regional policy
- Model policy language
- Regional Speed Management Countermeasure Review
- Countermeasure selection guidance
- Typical applications
- Conceptual illustrations
- Priority corridor assessments
- Conceptual improvement exhibits
- Recommended target speeds
- Planning-level cost estimates
- Implementation strategies
- Engagement plan
- Engagement materials and activities
- Stakeholder and public input summaries
- Prioritized project and strategy list
- Implementation matrix
- Short-
- Medium-
- Long-term action plan
- Draft and final Regional Speed Management Study
- Executive summary
- Presentation materials
- Editable graphics
- Tables
- Analytical files
REQUIRED STAFFING
Project Manager
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Des Moines, IA
- Reported agency
- Des Moines Area Metropolitan Planning Organization
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Des Moines Area MPO?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 16, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Marcus Coenen.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Des Moines Area MPO in IA, 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 Marcus Coenen. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Project Manager. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Project work plan and schedule, Meeting materials and summaries, Progress reports, Quality Assurance/Quality Control documentation, Existing conditions memorandum, Regional speed limit inventory, Operating speed database, GIS database, Speed data collection results, Existing conditions maps, Regiona. 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 Understanding and Approach (X6), Experience and Technical Competency (X5), Availability and Schedule (X4), Proposal Quality (X3), Past Performance (X2)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Des Moines Area MPO?
All active and historical solicitations from Des Moines Area MPO are tracked and searchable. As a mpo agency, Des Moines Area MPO regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 18 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Des Moines Area 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: Des Moines, IA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.