Technical Writing and Guide Development for Practitioners

The contract seeks a contractor to draft and revise user-friendly chapters for the Countermeasures That Work and Countermeasures At Work guides, transforming research-based findings into clear, practical guidance tailored for state and local transportation and safety agencies. The work involves aligning technical content with real-world implementation needs, ensuring accessibility and usability for non-research audiences, with a focus on actionable recommendations that support effective safety program execution. The deliverables must reflect current best practices and be structured to facilitate adoption across diverse jurisdictional contexts. The contract is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 541830, administered by the Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration through its Office of Acquisition. The performance location is Washington, D.C., with a bid deadline of August 20, 2026, and the opportunity was posted on July 30, 2026. While no set-aside designation is specified, the work requires strong technical writing skills, familiarity with transportation safety literature, and experience translating complex data into plain-language guidance suitable for frontline practitioners. Delivery of high-quality, polished chapters that enhance the utility of these widely referenced guides is the central objective.