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Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency - GCRTA Pathways to Transit - 2026

Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency
Due
May 11, 2026
Deadline passed
Posted
Apr 10, 2026

The 30-second brief

What they're buying

The Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency (NOACA) invites proposals from qualified consulting firms for the GCRTA Pathways to Transit: First Last Mile Connections to Transit Stations study. The scope focuses on data collection, stakeholder engagement, existing conditions analysis, and countermeasure alternatives for pedestrian and bicycle accessibility across up to nineteen (19) GCRTA heavy and light rail stations spanning from Puritas Avenue in Cleveland to Windermere station in East Cleveland. The project has an estimated budget of $125,000 and requires deliverables including public engagement strategies, GIS-based existing conditions inventories, infrastructure cost estimates, and a final planning toolkit. Proposals are due by May 11, 2026, at 5:00 p.m., submitted via email to [email protected] referencing RFP TLCI GCRTA Project.

How it's scored

Experience/Qualifications (30 points), Project Approach (40 points), Project Management (30 points)

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Summary

The Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency (NOACA) invites proposals from qualified consulting firms for the GCRTA Pathways to Transit: First Last Mile Connections to Transit Stations study.

The scope focuses on data collection, stakeholder engagement, existing conditions analysis, and countermeasure alternatives for pedestrian and bicycle accessibility across up to nineteen (19) GCRTA heavy and light rail stations spanning from Puritas Avenue in Cleveland to Windermere station in East Cleveland. The project has an estimated budget of $125,000 and requires deliverables including public engagement strategies, GIS-based existing conditions inventories, infrastructure cost estimates, and a final planning toolkit. Proposals are due by May 11, 2026, at 5:00 p.m., submitted via email to [email protected] referencing RFP TLCI GCRTA Project.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

Experience/Qualifications30 pts
Project Approach40 pts
Project Management30 pts

REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS

7
  • Technical Proposal
  • Business Proposal
  • Worker's compensation certificate
  • General liability insurance certificate
  • Professional liability insurance certificate
  • Automobile insurance certificate
  • Certification Regarding Debarment Suspension & Other Responsibility Matters form
Scope location
Cleveland, OH

Questions about this RFP

How do I respond to this RFP from Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency?

Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 11, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected].

Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?

Most government agencies, including Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency in OH, 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.

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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: "Experience/Qualifications (30 points), Project Approach (40 points), Project Management (30 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.

Where can I find more RFPs from Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency?

All active and historical solicitations from Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency are tracked and searchable. As a mpo agency, Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency 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: Technical Proposal, Business Proposal, worker's compensation certificate, general liability insurance certificate, professional liability insurance certificate, automobile insurance certificate, Certi. Review the full document from Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency for the complete list.

What is the scope of this project?

This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Cleveland, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.

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