RFLOI FAMPO TRANSIT STUDY

Agency:	State Government of North Carolina
State:	North Carolina
Type of Government:	State & Local
Posted Date:	Feb 20, 2026
Due Date:	Mar 16, 2026
Solicitation No:	600RFLOIFAMPO
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REQUEST FOR LETTERS OF INTEREST (RFLOI)

Fayetteville Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (FAMPO)

Transit Study

Issue Date: 02/15/2026

Submission Deadline: 03/15/2026

Issuing Agency: Cumberland County

SYNOPSIS

The Fayetteville Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (FAMPO) is soliciting Letters of

Interest (LOIs) from qualified consulting firms to assist in the development of a Transit

Study. The purpose of this study is to assess current and projected mobility needs across

the FAMPO planning area, evaluate the feasibility of expanding or enhancing public transit

services, and identify possible strategies that align with regional transportation goals and

funding opportunities within the FAMPO planning area—including Cumberland, Hoke, and

portions of Harnett and Robeson Counties. The study will identify potential transit

corridors, service models, policy needs, and infrastructure improvements to enhance

mobility, accessibility, and regional connectivity.

This study will be funded using Surface Transportation Block Grant – Direct

Attributable (STBGP-DA) funds programmed through the Fayetteville Area Metropolitan

Planning Organization (FAMPO). Federal participation will cover 80 percent of eligible

project costs, with the remaining 20 percent provided through the required local match.

All work must comply with applicable federal and state requirements.

SUBCONSULTANTS ARE PERMITTED UNDER THIS CONTRACT.

This contract shall be partially reimbursed with Federal-aid funding through the North

Carolina Department of Transportation (hereinafter referred to as the Department). The

solicitation, selection, and negotiation of a contract shall be conducted in accordance with

all Department requirements and guidelines.

The primary and/or subconsultant firm(s) shall be pre-qualified by the Department to

perform ANYAND ALL COMBINATIONS of the Discipline Codes listed below for Cumberland

County . Discipline Codes required are:

260

Comprehensive

Transportation

Planning

development

00171 Public

Involvement

261 Long Range

Transportation

Planning

262 Travel

Survey

141 Multimodal

Transportation

Planning

006 Air Quality

Conformity

363 Travel

Demand Model

Application

251Project Level

Traffic

Forecasting

PROPOSED SCOPE SUMMARY (Full Scope Attached)

The Transit Study will be completed in two phases:

• Phase 1 – Needs Assessment and Market Analysis (Estimated: 8 months):

• Project coordination and data collection

• Analysis of existing transit and human service transportation

• Demographic and land use assessment

• Public and stakeholder engagement (CTT, elected officials, focus groups)

• Identification of unmet transit needs and transit-supportive policies

• Phase 2 – Service Planning and Implementation Strategy (Estimated: 12 months):

• Development of service options and operating scenarios

• Cost estimation and funding analysis

• Evaluation of governance and service delivery models

• Implementation plan and phasing strategy

• Final report and presentations to FAMPO committees and governing boards

PROPOSED CONTRACT SCOPE

Type of Contract: Cost-Plus Fixed Fee or Lump Sum (negotiated upon selection)

Anticipated Contract Duration: 18 months (April 2026 – June 2027) Payment:

Monthly invoicing based on deliverables and approved progress reports

Estimated Budget: $500,000

SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

Consultants interested in being considered must submit a Letter of Interest (LOI)

electronically in PDF format, not exceeding 15 pages (excluding the cover page and

resumes). The LOI must be triplicated and include:

1. Cover Letter identifying the firm, primary contact, and subconsultants (if applicable).

2. Project Understanding and Approach – A concise description of the firm’s

understanding of the study purpose, local context, and key issues.

3. Proposed Team and Key Personnel – Include a summary of relevant experience, staff

availability, and organizational chart.

4. Experience with Similar Projects – Highlight up to three relevant transit or multimodal

planning studies completed in the past five years.

5. Proposed Project Schedule – Indicate ability to meet the proposed timeline.

6. NCDOT Prequalification – Firms and subconsultants must be prequalified by NCDOT to

perform the selected disciplines.

Format & Submission:

Submit one (1) electronic copy (PDF) by email to:

Taccarra Manuel

Transportation Planner

Fayetteville Area Metropolitan Planning Organization

Email: tmanuel@cumberlandcountync.gov

Subject Line: RFLOI – FAMPO Transit Study

RFLOI Release 02/15/2026

Deadline: 4:00 PM 03/15/2026

Firm Selection and Notification** 04/01/2026

Late submissions will not be considered.

** Notification will ONLY be sent to selected firms.

Except as provided below, any firm wishing to be considered must be properly registered

with the Office of the Secretary of State and with the North Carolina Board of Examiners for

Engineers and Surveyors. Any firm proposing to use corporate subsidiaries or

subcontractors must include a statement that these companies are properly registered with

the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors and/or the NC Board

for Licensing of Geologists. The Engineers performing the work and in responsible charge of

the work must be registered Professional Engineers in the State of North Carolina and must

have a good ethical and professional standing. It will be the responsibility of the selected

private firm to verify the registration of any corporate subsidiary or subcontractor prior to

submitting a Letter of Interest. Firms that are not providing engineering services need not

be registered with the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors.

Some of the services being solicited may not require a license. It is the responsibility of each

firm to adhere to all laws of the State of North Carolina. The firm must have the financial

ability to undertake the work and assume the liability. The selected firm(s) will be required

to furnish proof of Professional Liability insurance coverage in the minimum amount of

$1,000,000.00. The firm(s) must have an adequate accounting system to identify costs

chargeable to the project.

SELECTION PROCESS

FAMPO will evaluate all LOIs received by the deadline using the following selection criteria:

Evaluation Factor

Weight

Project Understanding and Approach

25%

Relevant Experience and Past Performance 25%

Key Staff and Qualifications

25%

Project Schedule and Availability

25%

A Selection Committee composed of representatives from FAMPO and partner agencies

will review and score submissions. Top-ranked firms may be invited to participate in an

interview prior to final selection. Negotiations will be conducted with the highest-ranked

firm. If a mutually acceptable contract cannot be reached, FAMPO reserves the right to

negotiate with the next-ranked firm.

• For Limited Services Contracts (On-Call type contracts), the Cumberland County

Selection Committee MAY, at the Department’s discretion, choose any number of

firms to provide the services being solicited.

• For Project-Specific Contracts (non On-Call type contracts), the Selection Committee

MAY, at Cumberland County’s/FAMPO’s discretion, shortlist a minimum of three (3)

firms to be interviewed. IF APPLICABLE, dates of shortlisting and dates for

interviews are shown in the section SUBMISSION SCHEDULE AND KEY DATES at the

end of this RFLOI.

• In order to be considered for selection, consultants must submit a complete

response to this RFLOI prior to the specified deadlines. Failure to submit all

information in a timely manner will result in disqualification.

TITLE VI NONDISCRIMINATION NOTIFICATION

The LGA in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat.

252, 42 US.C. §§ 2000d to 2000d-4) and the Regulations, hereby notifies all RESPONDENTS

that it will affirmatively ensure that any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement,

disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full and fair opportunity to submit

LETTERS of INTEREST (LOIs) in response to this ADVERTISEMENT and will not be

discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an

award.

SMALL PROFESSIONAL SERVICE FIRM (SPSF) PARTICIPATION

The Department encourages the use of Small Professional Services Firms (SPSF). Small

businesses determined to be eligible for participation in the SPSF program are those meeting

size standards defined by Small Business Administration (SBA) regulations, 13 CFR Part 121

in Sector 54 under the North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS). The SPSF

program is a race, ethnicity, and gender neutral program designed to increase the availability

of contracting opportunities for small businesses on federal, state or locally funded contracts.

SPSF participation is not contingent upon the funding source.

The Firm, at the time the Letter of Interest is submitted, shall submit a listing of all known

SPSF firms that will participate in the performance of the identified work. The participation

shall be submitted on the Department’s Subconsultant Form RS-2. RS-2 forms may be

accessed on the Department’s website at NCDOT Connect Guidelines & Forms.

The SPSF must be qualified with the Department to perform the work for which they are

listed.

This page summarizes the opportunity, including an overview and a preview of the attached documents.

Solicitation Number:	600RFLOIFAMPO
Project Title:	RFLOI FAMPO TRANSIT STUDY
Description:	RFLOI FAMPO TRANSIT STUDY
Opening Date:	3/16/2026 8:00 AM
Posted Date:	2/21/2026
Status:	Open
Department:	COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND


Solicitation Number * 600RFLOIFAMPO	Department COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND	Status Reason Open
Opening Date 2026-03-16T08:00:00.0000000	Posted Date * 2026-02-20T17:07:28.0000000Z	Primary Commodity Code Transportation engineering
Mandatory Conference/Site Visit — —	Special Instructions QUALIFICATIONS DUE DATE IS 3/15/26 BY 11:59 PM	Solicitation Type * Select RFP IFB RFI
Owner Jessica Hullender
Description RFLOI FAMPO TRANSIT STUDY
Description RFLOI FAMPO TRANSIT STUDY

RFLOI FAMPO TRANSIT STUDY

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