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Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency - Signal Timing Optimization Program (STOP) - 2026

Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency
Due
Sep 4, 2026
Deadline passed
Posted
Aug 7, 2026
Duration
12 months

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What they're buying

The Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency (NOACA) is seeking proposals from qualified consultants for the Signal Timing Optimization Program (STOP) to provide signal timing optimization services on two targeted road corridors: Warrensville Center Road (from Stonehaven Road to I-480) and Great Northern Boulevard / Columbia Road (SR 252, from Lorain Road to the southern corporation limit in North Olmsted). The project aims to improve air quality through decreased motor vehicle emissions, enhance the reliability and predictability of travel along arterials, and increase the safety of motorists, pedestrians, and bicyclists. Scope of work includes conducting field inspections, travel time and delay studies, turning movement counts, reviewing crash data, developing optimized signal timing plans, implementing proposed improvements, and performing before/after analysis. Proposals are due by September 4, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. and must be submitted via email to [email protected].

How it's scored

Qualifications/Experience (up to 50 points), Project Approach (up to 40 points), Project Management (up to 10 points)

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Summary

The Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency (NOACA) is seeking proposals from qualified consultants for the Signal Timing Optimization Program (STOP) to provide signal timing optimization services on two targeted road corridors: Warrensville Center Road (from Stonehaven Road to I-480) and Great Northern Boulevard / Columbia Road (SR 252, from Lorain Road to the southern corporation limit in North Olmsted).

The project aims to improve air quality through decreased motor vehicle emissions, enhance the reliability and predictability of travel along arterials, and increase the safety of motorists, pedestrians, and bicyclists. Scope of work includes conducting field inspections, travel time and delay studies, turning movement counts, reviewing crash data, developing optimized signal timing plans, implementing proposed improvements, and performing before/after analysis. Proposals are due by September 4, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. and must be submitted via email to [email protected].

EVALUATION CRITERIA

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  • Qualifications/Experience (up to 50 points)
  • Project Approach (up to 40 points)
  • Project Management (up to 10 points)

REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS

11
  • Cover letter
  • Project management plan
  • Appendix A Table of Deliverables
  • Key staff resumes and organizational chart
  • Vendor capacity description
  • Listing of prior work
  • Certification Regarding Debarment Suspension & Other Responsibility Matters (Exhibit C)
  • Worker's compensation certificate
  • General liability insurance certificate
  • Professional liability insurance certificate
  • Automobile insurance certificate
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 September 4, 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: "Qualifications/Experience (up to 50 points), Project Approach (up to 40 points), Project Management (up to 10 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 is the contract term for this solicitation?

The anticipated contract term is 12 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: Cover letter, Project management plan, Appendix A Table of Deliverables, Key staff resumes and organizational chart, Vendor capacity description, Listing of prior work, Certification Regarding Debarme. 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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