Orange County Transportation Authority - Orange County Managed Lanes Segment Advancement Study C265256 (2026)
Orange County Transportation AuthorityPublic Authority · Orange, CA- Due
- Nov 30, 2026
- 29 days left
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
- Contract term
- 1.5 years
- Primary contact
- Carolyn Mamaradlo
- (714) 560-5972
The 30-second brief
The Orange County Transportation Authority seeks professional services for the Orange County Managed Lanes Segment Advancement Study, RFP C265256. The 18-month planning-level study will evaluate existing, planned, and potential managed lane facilities in Orange County, California, dividing them into logical study segments, screening them, and conducting focused assessments on up to two priority segments to prepare for future Project Initiation Document (PID) phases. The scope covers facility inventory, segmentation, screening methodology development, planning-level traffic, revenue and operations assessment, implementation readiness and risk review, and a Final Study Report with technical appendices. Proposals are due by November 30, 2026, at 2:00 pm, via the OpenGov Procurement portal. A pre-proposal conference is scheduled for November 5, 2026, and questions are due by November 6, 2026.
Qualifications of the Firm (25%), Staffing and Project Organization (20%), Work Plan (30%), Price (25%)
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Summary
The Orange County Transportation Authority seeks professional services for the Orange County Managed Lanes Segment Advancement Study, RFP C265256.
The 18-month planning-level study will evaluate existing, planned, and potential managed lane facilities in Orange County, California, dividing them into logical study segments, screening them, and conducting focused assessments on up to two priority segments to prepare for future Project Initiation Document (PID) phases. The scope covers facility inventory, segmentation, screening methodology development, planning-level traffic, revenue and operations assessment, implementation readiness and risk review, and a Final Study Report with technical appendices. Proposals are due by November 30, 2026, at 2:00 pm, via the OpenGov Procurement portal. A pre-proposal conference is scheduled for November 5, 2026, and questions are due by November 6, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Letter of Transmittal
- Price Summary Sheet
- Status of Past and Present Contracts Form
- Proposal Exceptions and/or Deviations
- IRS W-9 form
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/octa/projects/313322
- Duration
- 18 months
- Scope location
- Orange, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Orange County Transportation Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 30, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/octa/projects/313322. For questions, contact Carolyn Mamaradlo.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Orange County Transportation Authority in CA, 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 Carolyn Mamaradlo at (714) 560-5972. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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 of the Firm (25%), Staffing and Project Organization (20%), Work Plan (30%), Price (25%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Orange County Transportation Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Orange County Transportation Authority are tracked and searchable. As a public authority agency, Orange County Transportation Authority 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 1.5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 30, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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 Transmittal, Price Summary Sheet, Status of Past and Present Contracts Form, Proposal Exceptions and/or Deviations, IRS W-9 form. Review the full document from Orange County Transportation Authority for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Orange, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.