NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)
Bicycle Connectivity Strategy

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE Thurston Regional Planning Council (TRPC) is seeking a qualified consultant to help establish a long-term vision and implementation strategy for a regional bike network for the Thurston region.

This work is funded through the Federal Highway Administration. TRPC will serve as the lead agency in administering this RFP and the associated work, in partnership with local jurisdictions and agencies to develop a regionally coordinated approach.

TRPC, in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat. 252, 42 U.S.C. §§ 2000d to 2000d-4) and the Regulations, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full and fair opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award.

Consultant Recruitment Schedule (subject to change)

• Issue RFP............................................ January 22
• Proposals Due..................................... February 17 4:00 p.m. PDT
• Interview Notification........................... February 27
• Interviews Conducted......................... March 9-20
• Contract Negotiations Begin............... April 3
• Consultant Services Begin................. April 24

Application Process

Interested firms may respond with a proposal to be considered for the contract. To receive a copy of the RFP, visit the TRPC website, www.trpc.org.

Or contact:

Jennifer McCall, Finance Manager
Thurston Regional Planning Council 
2411 Chandler Court SW
Olympia, WA  98502 
(360) 741-2550
mccallj@trpc.org

Interested parties must submit an electronic copy in PDF format by Tuesday, February 17, 4:00 p.m. Pacific Time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Is TRPC expecting any of the Optional Tasks (listed on RFP page 6) identified as additional elements in the proposal be considered within the $100,000 budget?

A1: No. Including Optional Tasks within the $100,000 budget is not expected. However, if a firm believes it can complete all Essential Tasks and one or more Optional Tasks within that budget, that would be viewed favorably. If Optional Tasks are proposed, please include a cost estimate for each.

Q2: What level of detail is TRPC expecting in the budget response?

A2: A lump sum by task is sufficient. Please also include which project team members will be involved in each task.