Southwestern Commission Council of Governments - Safe Streets and Roads for All Regional Safety Action Plan - RFQ 2026
Southwestern CommissionLocal Agency · Sylva, NC- Due
- Nov 6, 2026
- 9 days left
- Posted
- Oct 6, 2026
The 30-second brief
The Southwestern Commission Council of Governments (SWC) seeks Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from consulting firms to develop a Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Regional Safety Action Plan and conduct Demonstration Activities for the Southwestern Rural Planning Organization (SWRPO) region, encompassing six counties and 13 municipalities in southwestern North Carolina. The anticipated scope includes analyzing crash data, identifying and prioritizing evidence-based safety strategies, stakeholder and public engagement support, developing an interactive StoryMap or dashboard, environmental review, and implementing temporary demonstration activities to inform the safety action plan. The project budget is approximately $361,664 funded through a FY23 FHWA SS4A grant. Submissions are due by November 6, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time via email to [email protected], with questions due by October 26, 2026.
Qualifications and Experience of Firm and Project Team (30%), Project Understanding and Proposed Approach (35%), Regional Understanding (15%), Capacity, Schedule, and Quality Control (15%), Quality of SOQ and Attention to Detail (5%)
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Summary
The Southwestern Commission Council of Governments (SWC) seeks Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from consulting firms to develop a Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Regional Safety Action Plan and conduct Demonstration Activities for the Southwestern Rural Planning Organization (SWRPO) region, encompassing six counties and 13 municipalities in southwestern North Carolina.
The anticipated scope includes analyzing crash data, identifying and prioritizing evidence-based safety strategies, stakeholder and public engagement support, developing an interactive StoryMap or dashboard, environmental review, and implementing temporary demonstration activities to inform the safety action plan. The project budget is approximately $361,664 funded through a FY23 FHWA SS4A grant. Submissions are due by November 6, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time via email to [email protected], with questions due by October 26, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Southwestern North Carolina, NC
- Reported agency
- Southwestern Commission Council of Governments
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Southwestern Commission?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 6, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected].
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Southwestern Commission in NC, 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 RFQ 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 and Experience of Firm and Project Team (30%), Project Understanding and Proposed Approach (35%), Regional Understanding (15%), Capacity, Schedule, and Quality Control (15%), Quality of..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
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What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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 Southwestern Commission for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Southwestern North Carolina, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.