System-Level Transit Safety Research and Modeling

This contract seeks to advance transit safety through data-driven research focused on identifying system-level safety risks affecting bus operators and vulnerable road users. The work will involve developing and applying simulation tools to model potential interventions, with the goal of generating actionable insights that can reduce injuries and fatalities in public transportation environments. The research must be grounded in empirical data and leverage advanced analytical methods to evaluate the effectiveness of safety measures before real-world implementation. The contract is listed as a subcontract under the DOT - Federal Transit Administration, classified under NAICS code 541620 for scientific research and development services. It was posted on July 29, 2026, with a response deadline of September 28, 2026, allowing qualified entities to propose methodologies and approaches for conducting the research. While specific performance locations and point of contact details are not provided, the effort is expected to contribute directly to federal efforts aimed at improving transit safety across the nation's bus networks, with emphasis on scalable, evidence-based solutions.