Summary

This is a Scope of Work document for the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) regarding the procurement of transit signal priority (TSP) system equipment and services. The project involves the design, installation, and implementation of a transit signal priority system for bus rapid transit (BRT) corridors, with the primary objective of improving bus travel times and reliability on designated routes. The MBTA is seeking qualified vendors to provide hardware, software, and integration services necessary to deploy TSP technology at multiple signalized intersections. The contract encompasses system design, procurement of TSP-capable signal equipment, software development, field installation, system testing, and post-implementation support. The scope includes work at an estimated 40-60 signalized intersections across two pilot corridors, with the initial response date being 30 days from document issuance and project completion expected within 18-24 months of contract award. A mandatory bidder's conference and site visit are scheduled to allow potential vendors to review existing signal infrastructure and understand project requirements.

The project is funded through the FTA Section 5309 Capital Investment Grants program and state matching funds, with an estimated total project budget of $3-5 million. The contract will be awarded to a single qualified vendor or consortium and includes a primary term of 12 months with two optional one-year renewal periods for operations and maintenance support. Preference may be given to vendors with demonstrated experience in transit signal priority systems and coordination with municipal traffic signal systems. The MBTA reserves the right to modify scope elements based on final design requirements and existing infrastructure assessments conducted during the project initiation phase.