iQMS QA Contractor

The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) has issued Request for Quotes (RFQ) #73000-00011290 for Independent Quality Management Services (iQMS) for its Crash Data System Replacement (CDSR) Project. The procurement seeks a qualified IT consultant to provide comprehensive quality management oversight for consolidating multiple crash reporting systems into a single integrated platform. Key deliverables include a draft Quality Management Plan, iQMS Baseline Work Plan, detailed project risk assessments, quality control processes, independent solution testing, and regular project status reporting. Evaluation criteria will assess the proposer's independence, quality management plan, consultant experience, personnel credentials, and total cost, with a maximum weighted score of 750 points. The RFQ was posted on September 26, 2024, with proposals due by October 10, 2024, and the contract term estimated to extend through 2026 or until all project deliverables are accepted. Proposers must submit a comprehensive package including draft management plans, comparable project examples, personnel qualifications, and separate pricing documentation.

The contract does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types. Two firms, Public Knowledge and Blue Crane, have already been evaluated, with Public Knowledge receiving the highest score of 627 points. The contract has a maximum not-to-exceed compensation of $547,600, with potential optional one, two, or three-year renewal terms. The project timeline spans from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2029, and involves multiple implementation phases including data collection from various sources like ReportBeam users and PDFs. The procurement will leverage an existing Department of Administrative Services (DAS) Master Price and Services Agreement, and the selected consultant must comply with state policies, procedures, and quality standards. The ultimate goal is to create an all-in-one crash data management system that enhances data reporting, collaboration, and information sharing between internal and external stakeholders.