RFP_250186_PS.pdf

This interoffice memorandum outlines the procurement timeline for RFP 250186 issued by the Orange County Transportation Authority (Authority) in California for public communications and community outreach support services related to the Northbound State Route 57 (SR-57) Truck Climbing Lane Project. The RFP solicits proposals from qualified consultants to provide public communications and outreach support for the project. Key procedural dates include a pre-proposal conference scheduled for February 12, 2026, with written questions from proposers due by February 18, 2026. Responses to proposer questions are due February 20, 2026, and proposals must be submitted by February 26, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. A pre-evaluation meeting is scheduled for March 5, 2026 at 4:00 p.m., followed by evaluation committee proposal reviews on March 5, 2026. Interviews are scheduled for March 16, 2026, with contract execution anticipated for April 24, 2026.

The project has a budget of $350,000 for an initial three-year contract term. The memorandum was prepared by Michael Cardozo, Senior Contract Administrator, for review by Chris Boucly, Senior Department Manager of External Affairs, to confirm approval of the established timeline and procurement schedule dated January 29, 2026.