Connect SoCal 2050 (Financial Plan) Technical Assistance Services

The Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) is soliciting proposals under solicitation number 27-024 for technical assistance services to support the development of Connect SoCal 2050. The primary objective is to provide technical support for the assessment of transportation projects, programs, and strategies, with a specific focus on financial and economic modeling. Key responsibilities include updating the Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) financial model, evaluating revenue sources, and analyzing the impact of vehicle electrification on fuel tax revenues. The project emphasizes a fix-it-first approach to prioritize the preservation of the existing multimodal transportation system and aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and vehicle miles traveled. Deliverables include a work program, progress reports, the Connect SoCal 2050 Congestion Management Technical Report, and updated financial tools utilizing the Cal-B/C benefit cost model. The contract is structured as a lump sum with progress payments, with an estimated period of performance ending on June 30, 2029. Proposals must be submitted via PlanetBids by November 12, 2026, consisting of a technical proposal in PDF format and a cost proposal in an Excel workbook. Award decisions will be based on best value or the most qualified firm, with cost serving as a significant factor. Eligible consultants must possess a valid business license and an adequate financial management system compliant with 48 CFR and 2 CFR standards. Required documentation for all prime and sub-consultants includes certifications for debarment and suspension, conflict of interest forms, and acknowledgments of the California Public Records Act. The successful proposer will be required to sign SCAG's standard contract template and provide a certificate of insurance prior to the final award.