On Call Transportation Engineering and Design

The City of Hyattsville, Maryland Department of Public Works is requesting proposals for on-call transportation engineering and design services under RFP #DPW26-002, with proposals due September 28, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. and a mandatory pre-proposal meeting on September 10, 2026 at 11:30 a.m. via Zoom. The City will select up to two contractors to perform work on a project-by-project basis.

The scope encompasses parking analyses, roadway design, traffic calming design, stormwater flow review and modification design, proposal evaluation and expert analysis, and permit requirement determination and completion. All personnel must hold the correct licenses, certifications, and qualifications required to complete assigned tasks.

Compensation is structured as a not-to-exceed contract with pricing determined through negotiation with the City. Contractors must submit hourly rates for five position categories: Principal, Senior Transportation Engineer, Transportation Engineer, CAD Technician, and Designer. The contract term is three years with two optional one-year renewal periods at the City's discretion. Selected contractors must begin work within ten calendar days of receiving notice to proceed.

Evaluation criteria are proposal price, history of similar projects, availability of equipment and personnel to meet timelines, and prior experience working with the City of Hyattsville. Contractors must submit three copies of proposals (one bound, one unbound, one digital PDF on USB drive) and provide evidence of required insurance coverage including workers compensation, commercial auto liability, commercial general liability, and umbrella liability at specified minimum limits. Proposals must remain valid for 120 days from the due date. Written questions are due by 5:00 p.m. on September 14, 2026. The City anticipates notifying intent to award by October 9, 2026 and reserves the right to reject all submissions and re-issue the RFP if deemed necessary.