How to bid on Stanislaus County’s Safe Streets and Roads for All Plan

What the county is buying

Stanislaus County Department of Public Works is seeking a qualified consulting firm to provide transportation planning, engineering, and public engagement services. The work is to develop a Safe Streets and Roads for All Safety Action Plan and Planning Guidelines.

This is an RFP, and the selection committee will evaluate submitted proposals using considerations described in the request after the Proposal Requirements.

Key dates and the deadline

The RFP was published October 21, 2026. Questions are due November 6, the last addendum date is November 12, and proposals are due November 19, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. The supplied listing also states 7:00 p.m. ET; confirm the deadline and time zone in the RFP documents before submitting.

The county describes proposals as sealed and says they must be submitted by the deadline. Late proposals may not be considered, so allow time to complete the portal submission or delivery.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is aimed at consulting firms with relevant transportation planning, engineering, and public engagement capabilities. The listing categorizes it as construction, but the stated services are professional consulting services.

How to access and respond

Open the solicitation’s PlanetBids listing through “View original source.” The public listing contains the scope, dates, and document list. PlanetBids may require a “confirm you are human” check before the page loads.

To download documents, receive addenda, and submit electronically, register a free PlanetBids vendor account with the agency. The listing also gives a submission address: Stanislaus County Department of Public Works, Attention: James Ashby, 1716 Morgan Road, Modesto, CA 95358. Check the RFP for the required submission method and instructions.

Prepare a clear, responsive proposal

Read the full RFP and organize your response around its Proposal Requirements and evaluation considerations. Address each requested item directly, and make it easy for reviewers to find the information they need.

Show relevant transportation planning, engineering, and public engagement experience, and explain how your team would coordinate those services for the plan and guidelines. Submit questions by November 6 and check PlanetBids for addenda through the listed November 12 date; account for any changes in your final proposal.