Sisters/Bend/Redmond Active Transportation Plan

The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) is conducting a Mini-RFP for a Work Order Contract to develop an Active Transportation Plan (ATP) for Deschutes County, specifically covering corridors along US 20 between Bend and Sisters, OR 126 between Sisters and Redmond, and US 97 between Redmond and Bend. The project aims to identify and improve non-motorized transportation routes, enhance safety, and create a comprehensive network for active transportation modes. Key deliverables include a public involvement program with 4 Public Advisory Committee meetings, 3 public meetings, an online open house, technical memorandums, environmental justice analysis, concept designs, and a final ATP document not exceeding 10 pages with a technical appendix. The proposal will be evaluated using a 250-point scoring system covering staff experience, project approach, project samples, public involvement, and proposal clarity, with a potential additional 100 points for interviews. The contract is anticipated to start April 1, 2025, and be completed by November 15, 2026, with a total project duration of approximately 19 months. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the OregonBuys system by the bid opening date.

Only consultants previously awarded a Price Agreement in the Bicycle and Pedestrian Planning discipline are eligible to respond to this solicitation. There is no specific Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation goal, though the project is funded by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). The compensation method may include cost plus fixed-fee, fixed price, time and materials, or price per unit approaches. Proposers must certify compliance with various requirements, including non-discrimination practices, sexual harassment prevention policies (for contracts over $150,000), and absence of delinquent state debt. The final ATP will include up to 30 one-page project sheets detailing recommended active transportation improvements, with planning-level cost estimates including a 40% design contingency. The project will involve collaborative work with multiple jurisdictions and stakeholders, with potential adoption by the Oregon Transportation Commission, Cities, and County. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the project suggests a significant investment in improving active transportation infrastructure across the specified corridors.