Summit Metro Parks - Traffic Engineering Study & Design Services Freedom Trail Selle Street Connector Trail - Akron, OH 2026
Summit Metro Parks DistrictSpecial District · Akron, OH- Due
- Oct 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 29, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jay Rauschenbach
The 30-second brief
Summit Metro Parks is requesting qualifications from qualified engineering firms to conduct a traffic engineering study, provide design services, and prepare construction documents and an engineer's opinion of probable cost for the Selle Street Connector Trail project in Akron, Ohio. The connector trail strives to connect Summit Metro Park's Freedom Trail with the regional Towpath Trail in downtown Akron by constructing a bicycle facility on Selle Street between S. Broadway Street and S. Main Street. Scope of work includes reviewing existing conditions, conducting traffic counts, coordinating with the City of Akron Engineering Bureau, developing traffic countermeasures such as rectangular rapid flashing beacons (RRFB) and high-intensity activated crosswalk signals (HAWK), and attending project meetings. Submittals are due by Tuesday, October 13, 2026, by 12:00 PM NOON via email to Jay Rauschenbach.
Competence of the firm, ability of the firm, past performance, previous experience with similar projects, primary contact and project manager, past experience with park agencies, experience with sustainable design
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Summary
Summit Metro Parks is requesting qualifications from qualified engineering firms to conduct a traffic engineering study, provide design services, and prepare construction documents and an engineer's opinion of probable cost for the Selle Street Connector Trail project in Akron, Ohio.
The connector trail strives to connect Summit Metro Park's Freedom Trail with the regional Towpath Trail in downtown Akron by constructing a bicycle facility on Selle Street between S. Broadway Street and S. Main Street. Scope of work includes reviewing existing conditions, conducting traffic counts, coordinating with the City of Akron Engineering Bureau, developing traffic countermeasures such as rectangular rapid flashing beacons (RRFB) and high-intensity activated crosswalk signals (HAWK), and attending project meetings. Submittals are due by Tuesday, October 13, 2026, by 12:00 PM NOON via email to Jay Rauschenbach.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Competence of the firm
- Ability of the firm
- Past performance
- Previous experience with similar projects
- Primary contact and project manager
- Past experience with park agencies
- Experience with sustainable design
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Akron, OH
- Reported agency
- Summit Metro Parks
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Summit Metro Parks District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 13, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Jay Rauschenbach.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Summit Metro Parks District 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 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.
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 Jay Rauschenbach. 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: "Competence of the firm, ability of the firm, past performance, previous experience with similar projects, primary contact and project manager, past experience with park agencies, experience with susta..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Summit Metro Parks District?
All active and historical solicitations from Summit Metro Parks District are tracked and searchable. As a special district agency, Summit Metro Parks District 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 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 Summit Metro Parks District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Akron, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.