Merced County Association of Governments Civicplus #RFP20260326MCAG

Consulting Services for Merced County Travel Demand Model Update

MCAG is seeking consulting services to update and enhance its regional Travel Demand Forecasting Model: - Government Buyer: - Merced County Association of Governments (MCAG), a California Joint Powers Authority - Scope of Work: - Update the 2025 base-year Travel Demand Forecasting Model - Add a mode choice component to the model - Develop and integrate time-of-day modeling capabilities - Improve feedback processes and post-processing procedures - Refine performance metrics for better evaluation - Strengthen evaluation of transit services and emerging mobility options - Provide comprehensive documentation, reporting, and training - Services Requested: - Consulting services for model update and enhancement (no specific OEMs or part numbers) - Notable Requirements: - Compliance with MCAG purchasing policy and applicable federal laws - Clear identification and redaction of confidential/proprietary information in proposals - Proposals must be submitted electronically - Project supports regional transportation and climate policy decisions - Period of Performance: - Anticipated contract term from August 3, 2026, to February 4, 2028, with possible month-to-month extensions - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; opportunity is open to qualified consulting firms

Description

The Merced County Association of Governments (MCAG) is soliciting proposals from qualified consulting firms to update and enhance its Travel Demand Forecasting Model. The update includes adding a mode choice component, improving feedback processes, refining performance metrics, and strengthening the evaluation of transit services and emerging mobility options. This effort aims to better inform regional transportation and climate policy decisions. Proposals are due by April 30, 2026, and a pre-proposal conference call is scheduled for April 15, 2026.

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