Opportunity
North Dakota Bismarck Civic Plus #1363
Traffic Data Collection and Analysis Consulting for Bismarck-Mandan MPO
Posted
July 22, 2026
Respond By
August 15, 2026
Identifier
1363
NAICS
541690, 541330, 541370
The Bismarck-Mandan Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) is seeking qualified transportation engineering and planning consultants for a Traffic Data Collection and Analysis Project to support the 2027 Travel Demand Model update. - Government Buyer: - Bismarck-Mandan Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) - Principal Transportation Planner: Kim Riepl - Scope of Work: - Collect 48-hour traffic counts at up to 40 locations - Includes vehicle counts, turn movement counts, and bicycle/pedestrian counts at six specified intersections in Bismarck - Compile new data with existing counts from NDDOT and ATAC - Provide analysis, quality control, and deliverables in spreadsheet and GIS shapefile formats - Products/Services Requested: - Traffic data collection equipment and services (up to 40 locations) - Professional consulting services for data collection, analysis, and reporting - Notable Requirements: - Consultant must provide all equipment, labor, transportation, and safety measures - Strict budget cap of $37,000 - Project completion required by December 31, 2026 - Data must be accurate, trustworthy, and suitable for future transportation planning - No specific OEMs or vendors are named, as this is a professional services solicitation - Project will inform regional transportation planning and funding decisions
Description
The Bismarck-Mandan Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) is requesting proposals from qualified consultants for a Traffic Data Collection and Analysis project. The project involves collecting and analyzing traffic data to support the development of the Travel Demand Model in 2027. The work will be conducted in cooperation with the City of Bismarck, North Dakota Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, and Federal Transit Administration. The project has a not to exceed budget of $37,000 and must be substantially complete by December 31, 2026. Proposals are due by August 14, 2026, at 4:00 PM Central Time.