Metropolitan Area Planning Council - Boston Region MPO Model Support - BD-27-1217-MAP05-MAP05-133310 (2026)
Metropolitan Area Planning Council (Mapc)MPO · Boston, MA- Due
- Oct 9, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 9, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Marjorie Weinberger
- (857) 702-3655
The 30-second brief
Seeking a qualified modeling consultant to provide expert model support for the development, enhancement, and strategic advancement of the Boston Region MPO's travel demand modeling capabilities, specifically focusing on the statutory trip-based model (TDM28) for the 2028 Long-Range Transportation Plan and the exploratory activity-based model (TDMx) utilizing ActivitySim and TransCAD software. Work includes parameter estimation, model refactoring, software integration, calibration, validation, and capacity building through training workshops in Boston, Massachusetts. The contract value is not to exceed $225,000 on a time and materials basis over a 12-month term. Proposals are due by October 9, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. ET, following a virtual bidder's conference on September 15, 2026.
Task 1 Project Management & Coordination, Task 2 Model Design Review and Refinement, Task 3 Model Estimation and Calibration, Task 4 Model Implementation, Task 5 Systemwide Validation and Sensitivity Testing, Task 6 Next-Generation Model (TDMx) Advancement, TransCAD Software Integration, And Demonstration Application
Qualifications and experience of the proposing team, Proposer's understanding and approach methodology, Quality of Proposer's approach to updating TDM28, Value-Add and Model Enhancements Beyond Baseline TDM28, Proposer's capability and approach for exploratory decision support (TDMx), Satisfaction of previous clients
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Summary
Seeking a qualified modeling consultant to provide expert model support for the development, enhancement, and strategic advancement of the Boston Region MPO's travel demand modeling capabilities, specifically focusing on the statutory trip-based model (TDM28) for the 2028 Long-Range Transportation Plan and the exploratory activity-based model (TDMx) utilizing ActivitySim and TransCAD software.
Work includes parameter estimation, model refactoring, software integration, calibration, validation, and capacity building through training workshops in Boston, Massachusetts. The contract value is not to exceed $225,000 on a time and materials basis over a 12-month term. Proposals are due by October 9, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. ET, following a virtual bidder's conference on September 15, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Qualifications and experience of the proposing team
- Proposer's understanding and approach methodology
- Quality of Proposer's approach to updating TDM28
- Value-Add and Model Enhancements Beyond Baseline TDM28
- Proposer's capability and approach for exploratory decision support (TDMx)
- Satisfaction of previous clients
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Task 1 Project Management & Coordination
- Task 2 Model Design Review and Refinement
- Task 3 Model Estimation and Calibration
- Task 4 Model Implementation
- Task 5 Systemwide Validation and Sensitivity Testing
- Task 6 Next-Generation Model (TDMx) Advancement
- TransCAD Software Integration
- Demonstration Application
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Proposal Signature Page
- Certificate of Non-Collusion Page
- Certificate of Tax Compliance Page
- Price Proposal Page
- Required contract
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Boston, MA
- Reported agency
- Metropolitan Area Planning Council
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Metropolitan Area Planning Council (Mapc)?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 9, 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 Marjorie Weinberger.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Metropolitan Area Planning Council (Mapc) in MA, 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 Marjorie Weinberger at (857) 702-3655. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Task 1 Project Management & Coordination, Task 2 Model Design Review and Refinement, Task 3 Model Estimation and Calibration, Task 4 Model Implementation, Task 5 Systemwide Validation and Sensitivity Testing, Task 6 Next-Generation Model (TDMx) Advancement, TransCAD Software Integration, And Demonst. 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: "Qualifications and experience of the proposing team, Proposer's understanding and approach methodology, Quality of Proposer's approach to updating TDM28, Value-Add and Model Enhancements Beyond Baseli..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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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.
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: Proposal Signature Page, Certificate of Non-Collusion Page, Certificate of Tax Compliance Page, Price Proposal Page, Required contract. Review the full document from Metropolitan Area Planning Council (Mapc) for the complete list.
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This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Boston, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
