Statewide Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a Statewide Pedestrian and Bicycle Transportation Plan, seeking a qualified consultant to develop a comprehensive strategic planning document. The primary objective is to assess current pedestrian and bicycle transportation infrastructure, policies, programs, resources, constraints, and opportunities across the state. The consultant will be responsible for establishing a long-term vision with specific goals and objectives that will inform transportation decision-making over a 20-year planning horizon. Proposals were due by December 14, 2017, at 3:00 PM MST, with potential bidders required to submit questions through the eMACS Q&A Board. Key deliverables include a detailed scope of services response, offeror qualifications documentation, a comprehensive cost proposal, client references, and an Equal Pay for Women Compliance Certification. The evaluation will focus on the total project cost, which will be assessed as a lump sum, with payment terms set at 0% 0, Net 30. The project falls under commodity codes for Transportation Planning Services (5038) and Transportation-related Contracted Services (5039).

While the RFP does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises, it does emphasize compliance requirements and encourages thorough review of all documentation. The procurement appears open to qualified consulting firms with expertise in transportation planning and strategic infrastructure assessment. No information was provided about incumbent vendors or existing technology infrastructure that would require integration. The RFP does not disclose a specific budget range or precise award value, instead focusing on a lump sum evaluation approach. Potential bidders were expected to demonstrate comprehensive understanding of pedestrian and bicycle transportation challenges, with an ability to develop strategic, forward-looking planning recommendations that can guide Montana's transportation infrastructure development over the next two decades. The project represents a significant opportunity for consultants with specialized knowledge in transportation planning, infrastructure assessment, and long-term strategic development.