How to bid on As-Needed Traffic Engineering & Transportation Planning Services for Long Beach

What the City of Long Beach is buying

The City of Long Beach is looking for qualified individuals, firms, partnerships, and corporations to provide traffic engineering and transportation planning services. These services will be needed on an as-needed basis for various projects throughout the city. This is an opportunity for vendors with expertise in these areas to work with the City of Long Beach on multiple projects.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

This opportunity was published on July 17, 2026. The deadline for submitting your proposal is August 27, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. All proposals must be submitted by this time. Late submissions may not be considered.

Who this opportunity suits

This solicitation is suitable for individuals, firms, partnerships, and corporations experienced in traffic engineering and transportation planning. If your business provides technical and professional services related to transportation, this could be a good fit. The category for this work is transportation.

How to respond to this solicitation

To access the full solicitation documents, you need to go to the Long Beach Buys procurement portal. The bid's detail page is public and does not require a sign-in to view the documents. The documents are listed directly on that page.

If you plan to submit your quote electronically, you will need to register a free vendor account on the portal. Otherwise, follow the specific submission directions provided within the bid documents. Ensure your submission is completed before the August 27, 2026 deadline.

Practical tips for a competitive response

When preparing your response, carefully review all requirements outlined in the RFP. Pay close attention to the scope of services requested and ensure your proposal clearly demonstrates your firm's experience in traffic engineering and transportation planning. Highlight specific projects or past performance that align with the City's needs.

Organize your proposal clearly and concisely, making it easy for the evaluators to understand your qualifications and approach. Double-check that all required forms and documentation are included and accurately completed before submission. Consider having a colleague review your proposal for clarity and completeness before the deadline.