Santa Barbara County Association of Governments Opengov #2026-RFP-035

Consulting Services for Highway 246 Passing Lanes - Phase 2 (PA&ED Phase)

This opportunity seeks consulting services for the Project Approval & Environmental Document (PA&ED) phase of the Highway 246 Passing Lanes - Phase 2 project in Santa Barbara County. - Government Buyer: - Santa Barbara County Association of Governments (SBCAG), Project Delivery Office - California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), District 5 (project partner and lead agency for environmental review) - Scope of Services: - Completion of PA&ED phase for approximately four miles of Highway 246 (Hapgood Road to Domingos Road) - Preparation of technical studies, environmental documentation, alternatives analysis, and stakeholder engagement - Coordination with Caltrans for compliance with CEQA/NEPA and Project Development Procedures Manual - Evaluation of safety and operational improvements, including passing/turning lanes, intersection enhancements, and drainage/bridge work - Establishment of a Project Development Team (PDT) with key stakeholders - Traffic management planning during construction (e.g., lane closures, public notification) - Products/Services Requested: - Professional consulting services (no specific OEMs, products, or part numbers) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Experience with transportation planning, environmental documentation, and public infrastructure projects - Ability to manage complex stakeholder engagement and coordinate with Caltrans for permits and regulatory compliance - Compliance with environmental and cultural resource regulations - Leverage previous corridor studies and evaluate project alternatives - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; the opportunity is open to qualified consulting teams.

Description

This project involves continuing improvements on Highway 246 in Santa Barbara County, focusing on safety and operational enhancements over approximately four miles from Hapgood Road (East) to Domingos Road. The scope includes completing the Project Approval and Environmental Document (PA&ED) phase, with Caltrans as the lead agency for environmental review. The project aims to add passing and turning lanes, improve intersections, and address traffic safety and congestion issues. Proposals must be submitted electronically by October 5, 2026, with selection anticipated by October 26, 2026.

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