The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has issued a Sources Sought Notice to gather market information for potential contractors that can provide technical support services for the Next Generation Traffic Management Systems (TMS) and the Transportation Management Center Pooled Fund Study (TMC PFS). This notice is part of the market research mandated by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and does not obligate the government to any contractual agreements.
Organizations interested in responding must submit a Capability Statement by November 4, 2024, including detailed information about their technical abilities, experience, and compliance with specified requirements. The submission must adhere to formatting guidelines, protecting proprietary information as required by FAR.
Respondents should clearly identify their organizational details, including business size, socioeconomic status, and relevant contract numbers. The notice explicitly states that responses will be used for research purposes only, allowing for the possibility of future RFPs based on the information collected. The FHWA retains the right to request further clarification or presentations regarding the submitted responses, especially from those offering unique solutions that align with FHWA's needs. This initiative emphasizes FHWA's commitment to advancing traffic management technology through informed sourcing and collaboration with qualified firms.
The document outlines a Statement of Work for providing technical support services to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) for its Next Generation Traffic Management Systems (TMS) and Transportation Management Center Pooled Fund Study (TMC PFS) programs. The contractor will deliver expertise in technical and administrative assistance to ensure effective management and progression of projects aimed at improving traffic monitoring, management, and integration with connected vehicles and devices. Specific tasks include project management, assisting TMC PFS meetings, developing outreach materials, and coordinating new project proposals. The contractor is prohibited from participating in the evaluation of proposals to avoid conflicts of interest. Key qualifications include extensive knowledge of transportation systems, technical writing capabilities, and 20 years of experience in traffic management. This initiative underscores the FHWA's commitment to advancing transportation safety and operational efficiency through innovative management strategies and collaborative stakeholder engagement.