| Agency: | State Government of Georgia |
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| State: | Georgia |
| Type of Government: | State & Local |
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| Posted Date: | Apr 30, 2026 |
| Due Date: | Jun 3, 2026 |
| Solicitation No: | PE-48401-RFQ-2026-000000572 |
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| Event ID | Event Title | Government Entity | Start Date (ET) | End Date (ET) |
| PE-48401-RFQ-2026-000000572 | RFQ-484-060326 Statewide Active Transportation Plan - Phase 2 Urban | Transportation-2, Department Of |
Apr 30, 2026 @ 01:30 PM
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Jun 03, 2026 @ 02:00 PM
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Start Date: Apr 30, 2026 @ 01:30 PM ET
End Date:
Jun 03, 2026 @ 02:00 PM ET
This is a Request for Qualifications for Statewide Active Transportation Plan - Phase 2 Urban
This solicitation is being conducted by the Georgia Department of Transportation under its authority to procure services ancillary to the construction and maintenance of a public road (as defined in O.C.G.A 32-1-3 (24) as provided for in O.C.G.A. 32-2-61 (c) and (d) (1) (D).
| Code | Description |
| 90740 | Engineering Services, Non-Licensed (Not Otherwise Classified), Including Consulting |
| 91832 | Consulting Services (Not Otherwise Classified) |
| 91843 | Environmental Consulting |
| 91846 | Feasibility Studies, Consulting |
| 91888 | Quality Assurance and Control Consulting |
| 91890 | Strategic Planning and Consulting |
| 91892 | Urban Planning Consulting |
| 91894 | Traffic Consulting |
| 91896 | Transportation Consulting |
Kelly Engel
kengel@dot.ga.gov
404-631-1576
Date Posted: 4/30/2026
Request for Qualifications
To Provide
Statewide Active Transportation Plan - Phase 2 Urban
RFQ-484-060326
Qualifications Due: June 3, 2026
Georgia Department of Transportation
One Georgia Center
600 West Peachtree Street, NW
Atlanta, Georgia 30308
v. 4-2026 IDIQ Single
Date Posted: 4/30/2026
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS
I. General Project Information
A. Overview
The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (SOQs)
from a qualified firm(s) to provide Consultant Services for the projects listed above:
This Request for Qualifications (RFQ) seeks to identify potential providers for the Scope of Services for
the project/contract listed in the Exhibit(s). Firms that respond to this RFQ and are determined by
GDOT to be sufficiently qualified may be deemed eligible and invited to offer a technical approach
and/or possibly present and/or interview for these services. All respondents to this RFQ are subject to
the instructions communicated in this document and are cautioned to completely review the entire RFQ
and follow instructions carefully.
GDOT reserves the right to reject any or all Statements of Qualifications and Technical Approach, and
to waive technicalities and informalities at the discretion of GDOT.
B. Restriction of Communications
From the date of advertisement of this solicitation until the successful respondents are selected and
the award is officially announced, all firms are strictly prohibited from communicating in any way
regarding this solicitation or the associated scope of work with any GDOT staff, including the
Commissioner and GDOT Board Members. This restriction applies to all potential respondents and will
be strictly enforced.
The only exception to this restriction is for the purpose of obtaining a Consultant Evaluation Form to
support a project being included in the SOQ submittal.
All questions or requests for clarification regarding any aspect of this RFQ must be submitted in writing
via email to:
Kelly Engel
kengel@dot.ga.gov
Deadlines for the submission of questions are listed in the Schedule of Events section of this RFQ.Method of
Communication
All general communication regarding this solicitation, including updates, clarifications, and official
announcements, will be posted to the Georgia Procurement Registry (GPR) under this RFQ. It is the
responsibility of all interested firms to monitor the GPR regularly for such information.
GDOT reserves the right to communicate directly via electronic mail with the primary contact listed in
the submitted Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). Additional communications may be conducted as
specified elsewhere in this RFQ.
C. Contract Term and Type
GDOT anticipates. one (1) On-Call Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity Contracts to be awarded one (1)
firm, for the project/contract identified in the Exhibit(s). GDOT anticipates that the Payment Type may be
Lump Sum, Cost Plus Fixed Fee, Cost per Unit of Work, or Specific Rate of Compensation. As an On-Call
Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity contract, the Agreements will remain in effect for up to a maximum of
five (5) years.
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| PHASE I | DATE | TIME |
|---|---|---|
| a. GDOT issues a public advertisement for this RFQ. | 04/30/2026 | -------- |
| b. Deadline for submission of written questions and requests for clarification | 05/15/2026 | 2:00 PM |
| c. Deadline for submission of SOQs | 06/03/2026 | 2:00 PM |
Date Posted: 4/30/2026
D. Contract Amount
The On-Call, Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity contracts will have a minimum dollar amount of twenty-
five thousand ($25,000.00) and a maximum dollar amount of three million, three hundred thousand
($3,300,000.00).
E. Scope of Services
Under the terms of the resulting Agreements, the selected consultants will provide Statewide Active
Transportation Plan - Phase 2 Urban for the GDOT project(s) identified in this solicitation. The
anticipated scope of work for each project is outlined in the accompanying Exhibit(s) referenced herein.
F. Schedule of Events
The following Schedule of Events represents GDOT's best estimate of the Schedule that will be
followed. All times indicated are prevailing times in Atlanta, Georgia. GDOT reserves the right to
adjust the Schedule as GDOT deems necessary.
PHASE I DATE TIME
a. GDOT issues a public advertisement for this RFQ. 04/30/2026 --------
b. Deadline for submission of written questions and requests for
05/15/2026 2:00 PM
clarification
c. Deadline for submission of SOQs
06/03/2026 2:00 PM
II. Selection Method
A. Phase I - Selection of Finalists
Based on the SOQs submitted in response to the projects/contracts listed in the Exhibit(s) below,
individual Selection Committee members will evaluate all firms individually based on the Phase I
selection criteria and weights listed in the solicitation. All firms will be discussed and evaluated by the
selection committee as a group and assigned a group rating for each of the Phase I evaluation criteria
and weights, resulting in a group score for Phase I, and the final rankings of the top submittals will be
determined. From the group scores of the top submittals, at least three (3) or more of the most highly
qualified consultants will be shortlisted for additional evaluation.
B. Finalist Notification
Each finalist firm shall be notified by email to participate in Phase II of the evaluation process and
informed of all due dates, additional details, and requirements beyond those provided in the solicitation.
C. Phase II - Evaluation of Final Selection
Based on the Phase II response from the finalist firms, the selection committee members will evaluate
and discuss each finalist firm's submittal based on the Phase II selection criteria and weights listed in
the solicitation and assign a group rating resulting in a group score for Phase II.
D. Final Selection
The Final selection will be determined by carrying the selection committee group scores from Phase I
forward and adding them to the results for Phase II selection committee group scores, together for a
total score. The finalists will be ranked in order of preference. At least three firms will be identified as
the most highly qualified to perform the services listed in the Exhibit(s). Note that there may be separate
Selection Committees for each project/contract listed in the Exhibit(s).
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Upon completion of the evaluation process, GDOT will formally award the contract to the top-ranked
firm(s). Following the award, GDOT will initiate negotiations to finalize the terms and conditions of the
contract(s), including the scope, compensation, and fees to be paid.
If a satisfactory agreement cannot be reached with the highest-ranked firm, GDOT will formally
terminate negotiations and may initiate discussions with the next highest-ranked firm, continuing in
order of ranking until a mutual agreement is established and the contract is executed.
III. Selection Criteria and Weights
A. Phase I - The following criteria and weights will be utilized in the evaluation and scoring of Phase I
SOQs to determine which firms are shortlisted:
1. Project Manager, Key Team Leader(s), and Key Team Member - Experience and Qualifications
Weight: 30% - Evaluation will be based on the relevant experience, professional qualifications, and
technical expertise of the proposed Project Manager, Key Team Leader(s), and Key Team member
for the identified scope of work.
2. Additional Resources and Challenges Weight: 20% - This criterion considers the firm on its
Additional Resources and Approach to address scope challenges.
3. Prime Consultant Experience and Past Performance Weight: 10% - Past performance will be
assessed using the evaluation forms submitted by the firm and any relevant experience or project
knowledge held by members of the Selection Committee, particularly regarding similar or related
GDOT projects.
B. Phase II - The following criteria and weights will be utilized in the evaluation and scoring of the
shortlisted firms (finalists): Technical Approach.
1. Technical Approach Weight: 40% - This criterion evaluates the firm's proposed methodology,
understanding of the project requirements, approach to managing key tasks, anticipated
challenges, and strategies for delivering a successful project outcome.
2. Presentation/Interview GDOT reserves the right to request a presentation/interview on any
project/contract as determined in its best interests; however, this additional requirement shall
typically be reserved for the most complex projects.
IV. Instructions for Content and Preparation of Statement of Qualifications - Phase I
Response
The SOQs submittal must be submitted per the instructions provided below and be organized, categorized
using the same headings (in red), numbered and lettered exactly as outlined below, and responsive to all
requested information. For the sections in which page number limits are stated, each section with a stated
limit must begin on a new page and end on the last page allowed for the section. New sections shall not
begin on a page allowed for a previous section, if applicable. This will enable the Department to ensure
compliance with the page limitations.
Restrictions on Inclusion of GDOT Employees and Personnel Disclosure
Respondents shall not list, reference, or otherwise include any current Georgia Department of
Transportation (GDOT) employee in their Statement of Qualifications (SOQ), including but not limited to
resumes, organizational charts, narratives, or proposed team roles. The inclusion of any current GDOT
employee in any capacity shall render the SOQ non-responsive.
Respondents must also ensure that all individuals identified in the SOQ have been informed of, and have
agreed to, their inclusion on the proposed team. Respondents shall not list employees of other firms-
including potential sub-consultants or unaffiliated entities-without those individuals' knowledge and the
concurrence of their current employer.
To ensure transparency and avoid conflicts of interest, Respondents must clearly identify the current
employer of all individuals proposed in the SOQ, including the Project Manager, Key Team Leaders, Key
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Team Members, all individuals shown on the organizational chart, and any individual referenced in the SOQ
narrative or resumes. Failure to comply with these requirements shall result in a determination of non-
responsiveness.
Cover page - Each project/contract submittal must have a separate cover page for each copy of each
Phase I submittal and must indicate the response is for Phase I, and each project/contract
must list the RFQ#, RFQ Title, proposing firm's full legal name, and the specific project
contract being submitted on to include the Project Numbers, PI Numbers, County(ies), and
Description.
A. Addendum(s) - Signed cover page (Only) of any Addendum(s) issued.
B. Basic Company Information
The following general information is required for each submittal. This information will not be scored but
may be used by the Department to determine eligibility for selection. Firms must submit only the
requested information. Providing additional or unsolicited information may result in disqualification from
this solicitation.
1. Company Name: Provide the full legal name of the company.
2. Company Headquarters Address: Include the complete address of the company's headquarters.
3. Primary Contact Information: Provide the name, telephone number(s), and email address of the
individual who will serve as the main point of contact for this solicitation. This individual will receive
all communications from the Department.
4. Company Website: Include the company's website URL, if available.
5. Georgia Office Locations: Identify all office locations within the State of Georgia, including full
addresses.
6. Staffing in Georgia Offices: List the number of staff members employed at each Georgia office and
specify their disciplines.
7. Ownership Structure: Indicate the form of ownership (e.g., sole proprietorship, partnership,
corporation, limited liability company, or other structure). Include the state of residency or
incorporation and the number of years the firm has been in business.
This information is (Excluded from the page count).
C. Experience and Qualifications
1. Project Manager - The following information must be provided for the proposed Project Manager.
This section is critical for evaluating qualifications and project relevance. Resumes and supporting
documentation must be clearly labeled and organized.
a. Current Employment
1) State the name of the firm where the Project Manager is currently employed.
2) Indicate the number of years the Project Manager has been with the firm.
3) Provide the total number of years of experience serving in the role of a Project Manager, to
distinguish between overall career length and actual leadership experience directly relevant
to the position.
b. Education: List relevant degrees or academic credentials.
c. Registration, if applicable and necessary for the position.
d. Relevant Project Management Experience: Provide a combination of narrative and listing of
specific experience managing on-call contracts or multiple projects of similar complexity, size,
scope, and function, and experience managing internal and sub-consultant resources to staff
projects on an as-needed basis.
e. GDOT-Specific Experience: Describe experience utilizing GDOT-specific procedures, policies,
and guidance such as the Plan Development Process (PDP), Design Policy Manual,
Environmental Procedures Manual, etc. If any listed projects did not follow GDOT processes,
clearly identify the alternative processes, manuals, or guidance used and provide a comparison
where appropriate.
This information is limited to two (2) pages maximum.
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2. Key Team Leaders are defined as individuals who oversee project areas deemed critical to each
specific project (see Section 6 of the Project Description in Exhibit(s) below for the required Key
Team Leader roles per project). For each Key Team Leader identified, the following information
must be provided:
a. Current Employment and Experience:
1) State the name of the firm where the Key Team Leader is currently employed.
2) Indicate the number of years with the firm.
3) Provide the total years of experience serving in a leadership role within their discipline.
b. Education: List relevant degrees or academic credentials.
c. Registration: Provide details of applicable licenses or registrations required for the Key Team
Leader's area of responsibility (e.g., PE, RLA, PG), if necessary and applicable.
d. Relevant Resource Area Experience: Describe the Key Team Leader's relevant experience in
their specific resource area, highlighting involvement in projects of comparable complexity,
size, scope, and function.
e. Experience with GDOT-Specific Standards, detailing the Key Team Leader's use of GDOT-
specific processes, manuals, and guidance relevant to their discipline (e.g., PDP, Design Policy
Manual, Environmental Procedures Manual, Pedestrian Streetscape Guide, Roundabout
Design Guidelines, etc.). For any projects that did not follow GDOT processes, list the
alternative processes, manuals, or standards used and explain their comparability.
The information required for each Key Team Leader, as identified in Section 6 of each
Project Exhibit, is limited to one (1) page maximum per individual.
Respondents submitting more than one (1) page for any Key Team Leader will be subject to
disqualification. Additionally, respondents must provide only the Key Team Leaders specified in
the Project Exhibit(s). Submitting more Key Team Leaders than required will be considered non-
compliant and may result in disqualification, as it provides an unfair advantage over firms that
followed the stated requirements. Conversely, failure to submit all required Key Team Leaders will
render the proposal nonresponsive, and the respondent's team will be deemed unqualified for the
award. It is the respondent's responsibility to carefully review Section 6 of the relevant Exhibit(s)
and ensure strict compliance with both the number and content of Key Team Leader submittals.
3. Key Team Member is defined as an individual team member not included as the Project Manager
or a Key Team Leader, whose qualifications the Prime firm would like to highlight as essential in
the delivery of the proposed project/contract. For the Key Team Member identified, the following
information must be provided:
a. Current Employment and Experience:
1) State the name of the firm where the Key Team Member is currently employed.
2) Indicate the number of years with the firm.
3) Provide the total years of experience serving in a leadership role within their discipline.
b. Education: List relevant degrees or academic credentials.
c. Registration: Provide details of applicable licenses or registrations required for the Key Member
area of responsibility (e.g., PE, RLA, PG), if necessary and applicable.
d. Relevant Resource Area Experience: Describe the Key Team Member's relevant experience in
their specific resource area, highlighting involvement in projects of comparable complexity,
size, scope, and function.
e. Narrative discussing why the inclusion of the Key Team Member is important in the overall
delivery of the project/Contract.
f. Experience with GDOT-Specific Standards, Detail the Key Team Member's use of GDOT-
specific processes, manuals, and guidance relevant to their discipline (e.g., PDP, Design Policy
Manual, Environmental Procedures Manual, Pedestrian Streetscape Guide, Roundabout
Design Guidelines,etc.). For any projects that did not follow GDOT processes, list the
alternative processes, manuals, or standards used and explain their comparability.
The information is limited to one (1) page Maximum.
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4. NOTE: Key Personnel Changes
If, after the RFQ submission deadline, a Project Manager or Key Team Leader listed in the SOQ is
no longer employed with the firm, a replacement may be submitted if the firm is shortlisted. The
replacement must be selected from within the same firm and included as part of the Phase II
Technical Approach submittal. All required information for the replacement personnel must be
provided, and the submittal must comply with the original page limitations. During the Phase II
evaluation meeting, the evaluation team will revisit and adjust the Phase I score to reflect the
experience and qualifications of the replacement personnel.
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D. Additional Resources and Challenges
Overall Resources - Provide information regarding the overall resources dedicated to delivering the
specific project, including:
1. Organizational Chart - Provide an organizational chart that identifies the Project Manager, Prime
Consultant, Key Team Leaders, support personnel, and reporting structure. This chart is (Excluded
from the page count) and may be submitted in portrait or landscape orientation on (8.5" X 11") or
(11" x 17") paper, particularly when the Chart requires a large consultant team.
2. Primary Office - Identify and discuss the primary office responsible for managing the specific
project. Include the number and types of staff within that office and describe how this office will
benefit the project and promote efficiency. This information must be included on one (1) page,
combined with the Narrative on Additional Resource Areas and Abilities described in Section D.3.
3. Narrative on Additional Resource Areas and Ability - Provide a narrative describing any additional
resource areas important to the project. Discuss how the key areas will integrate and work together
and include any pertinent information relevant to these areas. The narrative should also explain
how the team's organization-including the Project Manager, Key Team Leaders, and Key Team
Member - will support project delivery on schedule, given their current workload capacity. GDOT
acknowledges that some individuals may meet schedule requirements while managing heavier
workloads. Respondents may highlight the strengths and advantages of their team and explain how
the team's capabilities will help meet the proposed schedule outlined in the applicable Exhibit(s). If
no schedule is provided, discuss how the team's composition will support the project moving
forward as expeditiously as possible. Note: Respondents submitting more than one (1) page
combined for Sections D.2 and D.3 will be subject to disqualification.
4. Identify Additional Resources - Respondents are allowed one (1) page to provide information on
additional resources, outside of the Project Manager, Key Team Leaders, and Key Team Member,
providing a brief description of the resource and describing how the additional resources identified
will help address scope challenges. Respondents submitting more than one (1) page will be
subject to disqualification
E. Prime Consultant Experience and Past Performance
Provide detailed descriptions of the Prime Consultant's past performance on task order-based or
Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts that demonstrate the firm's ability to manage and
deliver a variety of assignments that differ in scope, schedule, and complexity. Emphasize experience
that highlights the ability to manage multiple concurrent task orders, respond quickly to evolving
priorities, coordinate effectively across teams, and consistently meet quality, budget, and schedule
requirements.
1. Similar Project Experience - Provide information on the prime consultant's experience and ability to
deliver effective services for projects of similar complexity, size, scope, and function, demonstrating
the firm's qualifications to perform services for GDOT. For each project listed, include the following
details:
a. Project: Provide the project name, GDOT PI number (if applicable), and project location.
b. Client: State the name of the client.
c. Date: Indicate the start and end dates of service. If the project is ongoing, please note that
accordingly.
d. Description: Provide a brief description of the overall project and clearly define the services your
firm performed.
e. Overall/Firm Budget: Include the overall project budget (total of PE, ROW, UTL, CST costs) and
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the firm's total fees.
f. Client Contact: Provide current contact information for the client, including contact name(s),
telephone number(s), and e-mail address(es).
g. Team Involvement: Specify the involvement of the Project Manager and Key Team Leaders
identified in your SOQ on each project listed.
h. Similarity: Explain why this project is similar to the project(s) for which the firm is submitting a
proposal.
i. If applicable. If performance ratings are not available, provide a brief explanation.
2. Similar Project Experience Summary Write-up For the similar projects listed above, provide a
summary write-up detailing the firm's experience utilizing GDOT-specific processes, manuals, or
guidance, such as the Plan Development Process (PDP), Design Policy Manual, Environmental
Procedures Manual, and other applicable resources. If any projects did not follow GDOT processes,
clearly identify the alternative processes, manuals, or guidance that were used and explain their
comparability to GDOT standards.
This information is limited to four (4) pages maximum.
F. Prime Consultant Evaluation Forms - Respondents must submit a completed Project Evaluation
Form for each project referenced in the Similar Project Experience section. The form must be the most
current version of the Contract Management Information System (CMIS) Evaluation Form, printed
directly from CMIS for the respective project, and included in the SOQ submittal.
If the pursuing prime firm served as a sub-consultant on a project, the Legacy Evaluation Form may be
submitted in place of the CMIS form.
If neither a CMIS nor a Locally Administered Project (LAP) Evaluation Form is available, respondents
must complete and include the Legacy Evaluation Form provided with the RFQ on the Georgia
Procurement Registry.
Note: GDOT will no longer issue reference requests via email or Microsoft Forms. It is the sole
responsibility of the respondent to obtain and include all required evaluation forms with the SOQ
submittal.
The Project Evaluation Form assesses the consultant's performance on a specific project, focusing on
key performance indicators such as:
1. Project Quality.
2. Timeliness.
3. Cost management.
4. Communication.
5. Overall client satisfaction.
These evaluations serve as a record of the consultant's effectiveness, professionalism, and ability to
meet project objectives and deadlines. The Department reserves the right to randomly validate any
submitted project evaluations by contacting the evaluators listed on the forms.
This information is excluded from the page count.
G. Area Class Prequalification Requirements:
1. Summary Table.
2. Notice of Professional Consultant Qualifications.
Respondents must complete a table indicating the firm (Prime Consultant or Subconsultant) that meets
each required GDOT Area Class for each project/ Exhibit. The applicable Area Classes are listed in
each Exhibit Section 4.
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| Primes and Subconsultants | Certificate Expires | ) a ( 6 0 .1 | ) b ( 6 0 .1 | ) c ( 6 0 .1 | ) d ( 6 0 .1 | ) e ( 6 0 .1 | ) f ( 6 0 .1 | ) g ( 6 0 .1 | 7 0 .1 | 0 1 .1 |
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| Firm Name(s) (Prime) | MM/DD/YYYY | X | X | X | X | X | ||||
| (Insert Sub Name) | MM/DD/YYYY | X | ||||||||
| (Insert Sub Name) | MM/DD/YYYY | X | X | |||||||
| (Insert Sub Name) | MM/DD/YYYY | X |
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3. Definitions:
a. Prime Consultant: The firm submitting the Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) and the entity with
whom GDOT will contract.
b. Team: The Prime Consultant and any Subconsultants and/or joint venture partners included in
the SOQ. The Team (either the Prime Consultant or one or more of their Subconsultant team
members) must be prequalified by GDOT in all Area Classes required for each project/Exhibit.
4. Instructions for completing the Summary Table:
a. Place an "X" in the appropriate column to identify whether the Prime Consultant or a
Subconsultant holds each required Area Class.
b. Only include Area Classes that apply to the specific project.
c. Highlighted Area Classes required for the Prime Consultant, as specified in Exhibit Section 4.
d. Ensure that the Prequalification Expiration Date is valid and current at the time of submission.
e. Refer to an example of the required Area Class Summary Table below:
Failure to demonstrate valid prequalification for all required Area Classes will result in disqualification.
Primes and Subconsultants Certificate ) a ( 6 ) b ( 6 ) c ( 6 ) d ( 6 ) e ( 6 ) f ( 6 ) g ( 6 7 0 0 1
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5. The proposed project team must meet the Area Class requirements listed in the Exhibit(s) for each
project at the time SOQs are due. GDOT will conduct pre-screening of all potential shortlisted teams
to verify that the proposed team meets the required Area Class(es). If the required Area Class(es)
are not met, the team will be disqualified from further consideration
6. If a team member's prequalification is scheduled to expire before the SOQ due date, the respondent
must provide documentation confirming that a renewal application has been submitted prior to the
SOQ due date. It is the consultant's responsibility to maintain current prequalification certifications
in accordance with the GDOT Prequalification Manual throughout the procurement process to
remain eligible for award.
7. If the highest-ranking firm does not meet the required Area Class(es), the Department reserves the
right to award the contract to the next highest-ranking firm that meets all Area Class requirements.
8. The Area Class Summary Table (Excluded from the page count) may be submitted in portrait or
landscape orientation on (8.5" X 11") or (11" x 17") paper, particularly when the Area Class Table
requires an extensive list of area classes or a large consultant team plus one (1) page for each
team member's Notice of Professional Consultant Qualifications.
V. Instructions for Preparing Technical Approach - Phase II Response
The following information will only be requested of the shortlisted firms. The Selection Committee will
evaluate the shortlisted firms using the information provided as requested below (NOTE: Scores from
Phase I will be carried forward to Phase II):
The Phase II response must be submitted following the instructions provided below and must be
organized, categorized using the same headings (in red), numbered
and lettered
exactly as outlined below, and responsive to all requested information. For the sections
in which page number limits are stated, each section with a stated limit must begin on a new page and end
on the last page allowed for the section. It is not allowed to begin new sections on a page allowed for a
previous section, if applicable. This will enable the Department to ensure compliance with the page
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limitations.
Phase II Cover page - Each submittal must have a separate cover page for each copy of each Phase II
submittal, and each must indicate the response is for Phase II, list the RFQ#, RFQ
Title, proposing firm's full legal name, and the specific project contract being
submitted on to include the Project Numbers, PI Numbers, County(ies), and
Description.
A. Administrative Requirements
Each submittal will require a certification to allow the Department to analyze risks in determining if any
Firm should be ineligible for the award. The certification shall cover a wide variety of information. Any
firm that responds in any potentially concerning manner must provide additional information as directed
herein for consideration by GDOT to determine if the Firm is eligible for an award.
1. Certification Form - Complete the Certification Form and provide a notarized original within the
firm's Statement of Qualifications. This is to be submitted for Prime ONLY.
2. Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act Affidavit - Complete the form and provide a
notarized original within the firm's Statement of Qualifications. This is to be submitted for Prime
ONLY.
3. Addendum(s) - Signed cover page of any Addenda issued to shortlisted firms. This is to be
submitted for the Prime ONLY.
B. Technical Approach
1. Technical approach to managing on-call contracts.
2. Technical approach to assigning and managing services performed by sub-consultants.
3. Technical approach to managing uncertain workload and staffing needs.
4. Provide any unique challenges of the project/contract and how your firm intends to mitigate these
challenges, including quality control, quality assurance procedures.
5. Provide any specific qualifications, skills, or knowledge that your firm has that could benefit the
contract and subsequent projects.
6. Provide any unique technical approaches your firm offers relative to developing active transportation
plans, using a data-driven process to identify active transportation projects, identifying estimates and
funding sources for active transportation projects, developing technical engineering manuals, and/or
management of the project.
This information will be limited to a maximum of three (3) pages.
C. Key Personnel Changes (if applicable)
If, after the RFQ submission deadline, a Project Manager or Key Team Leader listed in the SOQ is no
longer employed with the firm, a replacement may be submitted if the firm is shortlisted. The
replacement must be selected from within the same firm. All required information for the replacement
personnel must be provided and must comply with the original page limitations. During the Phase II
evaluation meeting, the evaluation team will revisit and adjust the Phase I score to reflect the
experience and qualifications of the replacement personnel.
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D. Presentation/Interview
GDOT reserves the right to request a presentation/interview on any project/contract as determined in
its best interests; however, this additional requirement shall typically be reserved for the most complex
projects.
VI. Instructions for Submittal for Phase I and Phase II Response
A. There is one (1) electronic version submittal required. The Submittal must follow the format and meet
the content requirements identified in Section IV for Phase I and Section V for Phase II Responses.
Phase II Responses are intended solely for those firms identified and notified as finalists.
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