RP001-27, Transportation Consultant Demand Professional Services on a Multi-Year Contract

Gwinnett County Government is soliciting proposals for a multi-year Transportation Consultant Demand Professional Services contract, identified as RP001-27. The scope of work focuses on providing professional transportation planning and design services for the Gwinnett County Department of Transportation (GCDOT), specifically regarding the development of engineering plans for sidewalks, multi-use paths, trails, bikeways, and roadside drainage conveyances. The contract has a maximum duration of five years, with the initial year expiring on December 31, 2027. Consultants must be pre-qualified with the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) for specific Area-Classes and must adhere to GDOT Electronic Data Guidelines and OpenRoads Designer standards. Award decisions will be based on a point system, prioritizing the highest scoring firm based on firm experience, key personnel qualifications, and the proposed technical approach. A strong emphasis is placed on local experience and staff located within the Atlanta metro area. Proposals must be submitted in separate technical and fee volumes, with the fee schedule provided in a sealed envelope. Required documentation includes a 5% bid bond, and successful bidders must provide 100% performance and payment bonds. The contract is governed by Georgia law and requires monthly invoicing based on hourly rates for various personnel categories, with no lump sum billing permitted.