Two-Way Bus-Only Lane Feasibility Study

The City of Oakland is seeking to evaluate the operational and physical feasibility of implementing two-way bus-only lanes within its urban transportation network, focusing on the impacts on vehicular traffic flow, parking availability, and pedestrian and vehicle access to adjacent properties and businesses. This subcontract initiative will analyze existing conditions, model potential lane configurations, and assess trade-offs related to transit efficiency, safety, and community mobility, ensuring that any proposed changes align with broader transportation goals and equity considerations. The study will include detailed field assessments, stakeholder input, and data-driven analysis to determine the practicality and benefits of converting select corridors to two-way bus-only use. The project is classified under NAICS code 541330, indicating it involves architectural, engineering, and related services, and is scheduled to be initiated following the posting date of June 2, 2026. Performance will be centered in Oakland, with all analysis and recommendations tailored to the city’s specific infrastructure, land use patterns, and transit needs. While solicitation and set-aside details are not specified, the effort is part of a larger initiative to improve public transit reliability and reduce reliance on private vehicles, with outcomes intended to inform future policy, design, and capital investment decisions by the city’s transportation authorities.