Untitled Opportunity

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW

The City of San Diego is seeking to establish an As-Needed Contract for Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) Consulting Services. The project aims to support the planning, design, and implementation of ITS elements and an upgraded traffic signal communications network. This initiative follows the 2014 Traffic Signal Communications Master Plan, which identified deficiencies and enhancements needed in the City’s traffic signal communications. The enhanced system will primarily serve the Transportation Department but will also facilitate connectivity for other city departments and regional agencies.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION

• Organization: City of San Diego
• Location: San Diego, California, US
• Primary Contact: Robert Rose
• Email: [email protected]

KEY DATES

• Posted Date: April 14, 2026
• Proposal Due Date: May 28, 2026
• Pre-Bid Meeting: April 28, 2026, at 10:00 AM (PDT)
• Performance Period: 60 months

CONTRACT DETAILS

• Contract Type: As-Needed Contract (Lump Sum)
• Estimated Contract Value: $3,000,000

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

Bidders must demonstrate expertise in:

• Traffic engineering and operations
• ITS elements including type 2070 ATC controllers, detection systems, and adaptive traffic control systems
• Central management systems and network integration
• Traffic signal timing optimization and interconnect systems
• Familiarity with fiber optic, copper, and wireless systems

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

Key deliverables include:

• Preparation of reports, grant applications, schematics, and construction documents
• Timely completion of tasks as outlined in individual Task Orders
• Adherence to professional standards of practice as directed by the City

EVALUATION CRITERIA

Proposals will be evaluated based on:

• Technical approach and methodology
• Past performance and relevant experience
• Price competitiveness
  The evaluation will prioritize a best-value approach, focusing on the quality of the technical proposal alongside cost.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

While not mandatory, the following qualifications are preferred:

• Advanced certifications in ITS or traffic engineering
• Experience with similar municipal projects
• Proven track record of successful project delivery within the specified timeframe and budget constraints

This summary provides a comprehensive overview of the RFP for potential bidders to assess their fit for the City of San Diego's ITS Consulting Services opportunity.