Emerald Coast Regional Council Design-Build Services RFP 03-2026
Florida-Alabama Transportation Planning OrganizationMPO · Pensacola, FL- Due
- May 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 1, 2026
- Duration
- 855 months
- Primary contact
- Ada Clark
- (850) 332-7976
The 30-second brief
Solicits Design-Build Services for Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Safety Infrastructure Improvements in Escambia County. Project includes ITS/safety improvements demonstration along two corridors and deployment of a fiber optic communications network. Aims to reduce crash risk and improve safety using advanced ITS technologies.
Design kickoff, Project Management Plan (PMP), Baseline schedule, Risk register, Existing infrastructure data assembly, Site visits, Field surveys, Signed and sealed geotechnical report, Right of way needs determination, NEPA-supporting technical documentation, Design documentation, Calculations, And computations, Design criteria and specifications and Technical Special Provisions, 60% plans and design documentation, 90% plans and design documentation, Final plans and documentation, Cost estimates, Construction specifications, All required regulatory permitting, Utility coordination, Subsurface Utility Exploration (SUE), Geotechnical Boring and Reports, QA/QC reviews documentation, Network Diagrams and Details Sheets, System configuration and equipment interface details, Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP), Maintenance of Communications (MOC) Plan, Estimated Quantities (EQ) Report, Concept of Operations (ConOps), Post-design services, Transition Plan, Test Plan, Training Plan, Shop Drawings, Sequence of Construction, Transportation Management Plan and/or Temporary Traffic Control Plan (TTCP), Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP), Project Documentation and Warranty, As-Built Set
Letter of Interest (20 points), Technical Proposal (Project Approach / Unique Concepts - 30 pts, Understanding of Requested Services - 20 pts, Technical Strength, Experience and Detailed Staffing Plan - 20 pts, Quality Control Methods - 10 pts)
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Summary
Solicits Design-Build Services for Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Safety Infrastructure Improvements in Escambia County.
Project includes ITS/safety improvements demonstration along two corridors and deployment of a fiber optic communications network. Aims to reduce crash risk and improve safety using advanced ITS technologies.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Letter of Interest (20 points), Technical Proposal (Project Approach / Unique Concepts - 30 pts, Understanding of Requested Services - 20 pts, Technical Strength, Experience and Detailed Staffing Plan - 20 pts, Quality Control Methods - 10 pts)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
40- Design kickoff
- Project Management Plan (PMP)
- Baseline schedule
- Risk register
- Existing infrastructure data assembly
- Site visits
- Field surveys
- Signed and sealed geotechnical report
- Right of way needs determination
- NEPA-supporting technical documentation
- Design documentation
- Calculations
- Computations
- Design criteria and specifications and Technical Special Provisions
- 60% plans and design documentation
- 90% plans and design documentation
- Final plans and documentation
- Cost estimates
- Construction specifications
- All required regulatory permitting
- Utility coordination
- Subsurface Utility Exploration (SUE)
- Geotechnical Boring and Reports
- QA/QC reviews documentation
- Network Diagrams and Details Sheets
- System configuration and equipment interface details
- Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP)
- Maintenance of Communications (MOC) Plan
- Estimated Quantities (EQ) Report
- Concept of Operations (ConOps)
- Post-design services
- Transition Plan
- Test Plan
- Training Plan
- Shop Drawings
- Sequence of Construction
- Transportation Management Plan and/or Temporary Traffic Control Plan (TTCP)
- Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP)
- Project Documentation and Warranty
- As-Built Set
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Letter of Interest (Sections 1, 2, and 3 as individual PDFs), Technical Proposal (PDF format with bookmarks), Price Proposal (PDF format)
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Escambia County, Florida
- Reported agency
- Emerald Coast Regional Council
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Florida-Alabama Transportation Planning Organization?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 27, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Ada Clark.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Florida-Alabama Transportation Planning Organization in FL, 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 Ada Clark at (850) 332-7976. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Design kickoff, Project Management Plan (PMP), Baseline schedule, Risk register, Existing infrastructure data assembly, Site visits, Field surveys, Signed and sealed geotechnical report, Right of way needs determination, NEPA-supporting technical documentation, Design documentation, Calculations, An. 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: "Letter of Interest (20 points), Technical Proposal (Project Approach / Unique Concepts - 30 pts, Understanding of Requested Services - 20 pts, Technical Strength, Experience and Detailed Staffing Plan..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Florida-Alabama Transportation Planning Organization?
All active and historical solicitations from Florida-Alabama Transportation Planning Organization are tracked and searchable. As a mpo agency, Florida-Alabama Transportation Planning Organization 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 855 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Letter of Interest (Sections 1, 2, and 3 as individual PDFs), Technical Proposal (PDF format with bookmarks), Price Proposal (PDF format). Review the full document from Florida-Alabama Transportation Planning Organization for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Escambia County, Florida. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.