Transportation Resilience Study

The Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) has issued Request for Proposal 27-013 for a Transportation Resilience Study, with an estimated contract value between $975,000 and $1,000,000. The project aims to enhance regional transportation system resilience by evaluating vulnerabilities in critical freight, logistics, and military infrastructure. The study will specifically focus on man-made disruptions, including cybersecurity incidents, power failures, physical attacks, and other human-caused hazards that could impact supply chain continuity and national defense. Key deliverables include stakeholder engagement plans, scenario reports, and simulation results that estimate impacts on traffic volumes, freight flows, and travel times. The estimated period of performance is 15 months, with an anticipated start date in January 2027. Proposals must be submitted via PlanetBids by September 30, 2026, consisting of a technical proposal in PDF format (not exceeding 10MB) and a separate cost proposal using the required SCAG Line Item Budget Excel template. Evaluation is based on technical competency, innovation, consultant experience, project cost, and management capabilities, with the agency reserving the right to award to a proposal other than the lowest priced. Successful bidders must possess a valid business license, pass reference checks, and maintain an adequate financial management system compliant with federal standards. The contract will be a lump sum arrangement with milestone and progress payments based on task completion. Additionally, all prime and subconsultants must complete required certifications regarding debarment, conflicts of interest, and the California Public Records Act.