EUREKA – The Humboldt County Association of Governments (HCAOG), in partnership with the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), is soliciting proposals for the creation of an efficient and cost-effective method of obtaining survey data pertaining to non-motorized (pedestrian and bicycle) users at 6 locations throughout District 1.

Caltrans and HCAOG are cooperatively managing this project.

The selected consultant will create a new set of protocols and techniques that will make future non-motorized counts more cost-effective, reliable, and versatile. The project will include a final report which will consist of: (1) a cost breakdown comparing the two data collection options (manual versus new digital technique); (2) a list of parts and accessories used to develop the count equipment; (3) digital count data for each location in digital Excel format; and (4) step by step instructions for data collection and equipment operation.

The RFP is available on the Internet at the following Web site, www.dot.ca.gov/dist1/d1transplan/nmddc_rfp.htm .

Proposals must be received by 5 p.m. March 4.

Proposals will be screened based on criteria included in the RFP packet, and a panel consisting of HCAOG and Caltrans staff may interview consulting firms with the highest rated proposals.

If you have any questions regarding the RFP or about the Non-Motorized Digital Data Collection on State Highways Pilot Project, please contact Alyson  Hunter,  contract  management  staff,  at 707-441-4542 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

For individuals with sensory disabilities, this document is available in Braille, large print, on audiocassette, or computer disk. To obtain a copy in one of these alternate formats, please call or write to Caltrans, Attn: Alyson Hunter, Transportation Planning, PO Box 3700, Eureka, CA 95502, telephone 707-441-4542; TTY 711.