regional active transportation plan
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Pre-Proposal Meeting
October 7, 202110:00 a.m.
Keith Hamas, Principal Planner, Safety PlanningPamela Lewis, Sr. Manager, Finance and Administration
Regional Active Transportation Plan
BergenEssexHudsonHunterdonJersey City MiddlesexMonmouth
MorrisNewarkOceanPassaicSomersetSussexUnionWarren
NJTPA Region
STANDING COMMITTEESPlanning & Economic Development Committee
Project Prioritization CommitteeFreight Initiatives Committee
Regional Transportation Advisory Committee
Bergen Essex Hudson Hunterdon Middlesex
Monmouth Morris Ocean Passaic JerseyCity
Somerset Sussex Union Warren Newark
NJDOT GovernorRep.
Citizens’Rep.
PortAuthority
NJTransit
• Morris County Commissioner Kathryn A. DeFillippo, Chair
• Passaic County Commissioner John Bartlett, First Vice-Chair
• Ocean County Commissioner John P. Kelly, Second Vice-Chair
• Middlesex County Commissioner Charles Kenny, Third Vice-Chair
• Warren County Commissioner Director Jason Sarnoski, Secretary
From left to right:
NJTPA Board Executive Committee
Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)Updated every two years
MPO Key Products
Updated yearly
Planning
• Plan 2050: Transportation, People, Opportunityhttps://njtpa.org/Planning/Plans-Guidance/Draft-Plan-2050.aspx
• Together North Jersey Regional Planhttp://togethernorthjersey.com
Regional Plans
Project Background
• Plan 2050 recommends expanding active transportation planning as a priority strategy for addressing multiple regional goals
• The Active Transportation Plan (ATP) will clarify the region’s approach to active transportation planning by establishing a shared vision and outlining the steps to achieve that vision
The NJTPA is seeking consultant support to develop a regional ATP. This will include:
• Research best practices
• Outreach and engagement
• Data collection and analysis
• Technical planning assistance for select locations
Current RFP
• Develop an Active Transportation Plan (ATP) that establishes strategies to facilitate development of a highly functioning, regional network of infrastructure for biking and walking in northern New Jersey.
Project Goal
• Address critical gaps in the network
• Develop a unifying vision
• Enhance coordination to prioritize AT
• Engage the public and stakeholders
• Map the existing and proposed network
• Advance planning for select locations
Project Objectives
• The consultant effort is expected to be started in January 2022.
• Project to be completed within 18 months of commencement.
Project Schedule
• Task 1: Review Existing Policies, Guidelines and Plans • Task 2: Existing Conditions Data Collection and
Mapping• Task 3: Conduct Public and Stakeholder Outreach and
Visioning• Task 4: Active Transportation Planning Analysis and
Technical Assistance• Task 5: Final Regional Active Transportation Plan • Task 6: Project Management
Scope of Work
Review and draw upon AT plans and resources to identify best practices for inclusive AT planning, data-driven analysis, implementation and funding strategies applicable to the region.
Deliverables for Task 1:• Summary of best practices and resources to
guide the development of the ATP
Task 1: Review Existing Policies, Guidelines and Plans
Identify the current inventory of active
transportation facilities and examine the
network’s gaps in terms of safety, equity,
connectivity, and other needs of communities.
Task 2: Existing Conditions, Data Collection and Mapping
2.1: Existing and Planned Facilities Network2.2: Regional Network Accessibility Analyses
Deliverables for Task 2• GIS database of existing and planned AT
facilities in the region; County-level maps and summaries
• Summary of AT network gaps and barriers in terms of safety, equity and infrastructure
Task 2: Existing Conditions Data Collection and Mapping
Develop a multi-faceted approach for obtaining
input from the general public and AT experts
and stakeholders
Task 3: Conduct Public and Stakeholder Outreach and Visioning
3.1: Technical Advisory Committee 3.2: Public and Stakeholder Outreach
Deliverables for Task 3• A minimum of three (3) TAC meetings• Development and execution of a public
outreach plan, including: interactive mapping and visioning; focus groups; stakeholder meetings
• Summary report
Task 3: Conduct Public and Stakeholder Outreach and Visioning
Analyze findings from data collection and
outreach tasks to develop a conceptual, regional
active transportation network. Develop
strategies for prioritizing and implementing AT
facilities. Conduct planning assessments for
select priority locations.
Task 4: Active Transportation Planning Analysis and Technical Assistance
4.1: Regional Priority Network Mapping 4.2: ATP Strategy Guide4.3: Active Transportation Case Studies
Deliverables for Task 4• GIS database, map and summary of conceptual
AT network connections • Strategy guide for AT network implementation• Case study findings and recommendations
Task 4: Active Transportation Planning Analysis and Technical Assistance
Produce a final report that captures all project components including methodologies and findings.
Deliverables for Task 5• Regional ATP final report document • Presentation of the final report to the TAC
and NJTPA Standing Committees
Task 5: Final Regional Active Transportation Plan
Establish an effective means of coordinating and reporting its activities with NJTPA
Deliverables for Task 6• Kickoff meeting, project schedule• Project website• Progress reports and invoicing• Bi-weekly communication and meetings
Task 6: Project Management
• Understanding of scope and technical approach
• Professional qualifications
• Relevant experience and technical competence
• Demonstrated experience with public outreach
• Ability to successfully perform work
• Clarity/thoroughness of proposal
Consultant Selection Criteria
EEO/Affirmative Action• Letter of Federal Affirmative Action Plan
Approval
• Certificate of Employee Information Report issued by NJ Treasury
• Copy of Employee Information Report Form AA302 submitted to NJ Treasury
Consultant Eligibility & Documentation
Federally Mandated DBE Participation Program• 13.23% participation goal
• DBE Certification by NJDOT, NJ TRANSIT or PANYNJ
• Or ESBE Certification by NJDOT
• State of NJ MBE/WBE or SBE Certifications issued by the Treasury do not satisfy this requirement
Consultant Eligibility & Documentation
Insurance & Liability• Workers Compensation $1M• Commercial General Liability $3M• Automobile Liability $1M• Professional Liability/Errors & Omissions $1M
Consultant Eligibility & Documentation
NJ Business Registration• Certificate to be submitted prior to contract
execution, for prime and all subconsultants
Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran• Standard certification form to be submitted
with the proposal, for prime and all subconsultants
Consultant Eligibility & Documentation
Deadline for Proposal is October 27 at 2:00 PM sharp (online submission) • Due to the COVID - 19 Pandemic, all proposals
and supporting documentation must be submitted electronically through the Submit RFP Proposal Submission Form
• Inquiries pertaining to submission of a proposal should be directed to Angellita Young at [email protected].
How to Respond
• Transmittal Letter– Identifying Prime, Project Manager, person(s)
authorized to negotiate on the respondent’s behalf, and any proposed subconsultants including DBE/ESBEs
– Certifying respondent’s eligibility & commitment to the project
• Technical proposal in PDF Format
• Cost Proposal in both PDF and Excel Format.
How to Respond
• Consultant team’s approach to the project • Firms experience/ability to complete work• Work plan and schedule• Staff plan, including table, organization chart,
qualifications & resumes of key staff• DBE/ESBE Participation Documentation• New Jersey Business Registration Certificate• Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran forms • Firms commitment to quality management
Technical Proposal Submission Requirements
• Cost reimbursement contract subject to Federal and State Laws, Policies and Procedures
• Cost plus fixed fee contract, up to an agreed ceiling• Summary budget and detailed budget forms for each firm
on the project team using NJTPA’s Sample Budget Form– Budget Period– Salary/wages, staff-hours by tasks – Overhead– Direct Expenses– Subconsultant Fees– Fixed Fee (or profit)
Cost Proposal Submission Requirements
• Follow-up questions must be submitted in writing to the Project Manager, (Keith Hamas – [email protected]) with a copy to the Senior Director of Finance and Administration (Angellita Young - [email protected] )
• Inquires received after October 14, 2021 may not be reviewed or considered
• Questions and formal responses, including those from today's meeting, to be posted on our website by October 19, 2021
http://www.njtpa.org/Get-Involved/RFPs.aspx
RFP Inquiries
Important Dates
• Deadline for Consultant Inquires: October 14, 2021
• Deadline for Submission of Proposals: October 27, 2021 by 2 PM sharp
• Consultant Interviews (if needed): Week of November 29, 2021 (Tentative)
• Contract Award Date: January 2022 (Tentative)
One Newark Center, 17th FloorNewark, NJ 07102(973) 639-8400www.njtpa.org
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