SS4A Action Plan Update & Safety Analysis

Tuolumne County, situated in the central California Mother Lode region, is pursuing an update to its Local Road Safety Plan and Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Action Plan, aiming to enhance transportation safety across its network. This solicitation (No. 1785), issued by the County’s Public Works Department and based in Sonora, CA, seeks professional consulting services for safety analysis and plan development. The contract scope involves project development, management, stakeholder engagement, site visits, and submission of deliverables including monthly progress reports and final comprehensive reports. Work must comply with various California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) manuals, standards, and federal guidelines such as the California MUTCD, AASHTO policies, and environmental references. The contract is expected to have a three-year term with an option for a one-year extension, contingent on funding and satisfactory performance. The award process utilizes a best-value trade-off evaluation considering project understanding and approach (30%), firm reputation and experience (20%), past performance quality (20%), cost proposal reasonableness (20%), and schedule adherence (10%). The solicitation mandates detailed disclosure of key personnel qualifications, licensing, and disciplinary history, with strict limitations on subcontracting without prior County approval. The contract includes comprehensive provisions for confidentiality, data ownership, record retention, nondiscrimination compliance, lobbying certifications, and conflict of interest disclosures. Compliance with prompt payment policies, debarment status, contingent fee prohibitions, and anti-kickback certifications are also required, with affirmative statements triggering mandatory reporting or potential sanctions. Inspection and acceptance occur on-site, overseen by County and state representatives, ensuring deliverables meet stringent Caltrans and federal quality standards. The contract’s enforceability depends on County fund appropriations, and termination rights include immediate cancellation for material breaches or 30-day notices otherwise. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the County’s procurement portal by May 8, 2026, adhering to defined format and page limits. Although pricing details were not provided, cost proposals and certifications must align with the County’s requirements and federal compliance mandates.