Regional Freight ITS 2B

Clackamas County has issued Request for Proposals (RFP #2025-53) for the Regional Freight Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) 2B project, seeking a qualified consultant to provide comprehensive traffic engineering design, surveying, and related services. The project aims to improve travel time reliability and safety in the Clackamas and Wilsonville Industrial Areas, with specific deliverables including a travel time measurement data dashboard procurement, a portable transportation monitoring trailer design, and intersection upgrades at multiple locations. Proposers must submit electronic qualifications through BidLocker by June 25, 2025, at 2:00 PM PST, with a Qualifications Based Selection (QBS) approach. Required qualifications include having a registered professional engineer and land surveyor, and the ability to self-perform at least 51% of the contract value. Evaluation criteria will focus on the consulting firm's expertise, project approach, and key personnel capabilities. The project timeline spans from August 2025 to May 2026, with a planned bid-let date in July 2026.

The procurement includes a 5% Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation goal, providing opportunities for qualified minority-owned or small businesses. The contract will be awarded on a fixed-price or cost-plus-fixed-fee basis, with payments made monthly based on acceptable progress and deliverables. The project is funded through Metro Regional Flexible Fund Allocation (Federal Funds) matched by County Road Funds, with an estimated construction cost of $800,000 and design services contract value ranging between $150,000 to $250,000. Consultants must demonstrate capabilities in traffic engineering, transportation planning, and systems integration, with a particular focus on intelligent transportation solutions. The project requires comprehensive documentation and a detailed understanding of regional transportation infrastructure and technology integration needs. Proposers should be prepared to provide a comprehensive approach to improving transportation efficiency and safety in the Clackamas County industrial areas.