SEMCOG Safe Streets Now: Call for Projects FY 2026-2027
Southeast Michigan COGMPO · Detroit, MI- Due
- Nov 7, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Brian Pawlik
The 30-second brief
SEMCOG is soliciting shovel-ready project applications for $7 million in funding to enhance safety and access for bicyclists and pedestrians. Eligible projects include transit access, traffic calming, and ADA retrofits due Nov. 7, 2025.
Applications, Follow-Up Information
Shovel-ready projects that enhance safety and access for bicyclists and pedestrians
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Summary
SEMCOG is soliciting shovel-ready project applications for $7 million in funding to enhance safety and access for bicyclists and pedestrians. Eligible projects include transit access, traffic calming, and ADA retrofits due Nov. 7, 2025.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Shovel-ready projects that enhance safety and access for bicyclists and pedestrians
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Applications, Follow-Up Information
- Reported agency
- SEMCOG
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Southeast Michigan COG?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 7, 2025. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. For questions, contact Brian Pawlik.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Southeast Michigan COG in MI, 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 Brian Pawlik. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Applications, Follow-Up Information. 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: "Shovel-ready projects that enhance safety and access for bicyclists and pedestrians" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Southeast Michigan COG?
All active and historical solicitations from Southeast Michigan COG are tracked and searchable. As a mpo agency, Southeast Michigan COG 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. Review the full document from Southeast Michigan COG for the complete list.