2050 Long-Range Transportation Plan

Greenville County, in collaboration with the Greenville-Pickens Area Transportation Study (GPATS) Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), is soliciting proposals for the 2050 Long-Range Transportation Plan (LRTP), a comprehensive 10-year transportation planning document. The project requires developing a detailed evaluation of regional transportation systems, including land use patterns, congestion, freight systems, public transportation, pedestrian modes, and emerging technologies. Key deliverables include creating a web portal, producing a summary document, conducting public involvement processes, refining the travel demand model, and supporting GPATS through Fall 2026. The procurement seeks to develop a plan that supports safe, efficient, accessible, and equitable transportation systems while protecting air quality and integrating with community comprehensive plans. Proposal evaluation will be based on seven equally weighted criteria (14.3% each): responsiveness, firm qualifications, methodology, technical expertise, public engagement experience, references, and proposed project schedule. The Request for Proposal was issued on September 19, 2025, with proposals due by October 16, 2025, at 3:00 pm. The GPATS study area covers urbanized portions of five counties and nine municipalities, representing approximately 643,000 residents and 352,000 employed individuals.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The contract will be awarded based on a comprehensive review of submissions, with the county reserving the right to interview respondents and negotiate contract costs after issuing an intent to award. While specific budget details are not provided, the project will be funded through local and potentially federal transportation planning resources. The Sample Services Agreement indicates potential contract flexibility, including the possibility of extending the contract for up to four additional one-year terms. Insurance requirements are comprehensive, including $1,000,000 in general liability coverage, $1,000,000 in automobile liability, and statutory worker's compensation. Interested vendors must complete the County of Greenville's Substitute Form W-9 and provide detailed taxpayer and vendor information. The procurement appears open to qualified transportation planning firms with demonstrated experience in developing comprehensive regional transportation plans and engaging in complex multi-jurisdictional planning efforts.