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Bid Title

Downtown Pedestrian Safety, Walkability, & Multimodal Transportation Study

Issuing Agency

City of Newnan

Location

Georgia

Published Date

Mar 2, 2026

Closing Date

Apr 3, 2026

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

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Project Description

Bid Title:	Downtown Pedestrian Safety, Walkability, & Multimodal Transportation Study
Category:	Request for Qualifications
Status:	Open

Description: The Downtown Development Authority of the City of Newnan, Georgia is seeking Statements of Qualifications from qualified professional firms to conduct a Downtown Pedestrian Safety, Walkability, and Multimodal Transportation Study for the downtown district. The purpose of this study is to evaluate existing transportation and pedestrian conditions, identify safety concerns and barriers to walkability, and develop data-driven, implementable recommendations that improve pedestrian safety, accessibility, and multimodal connectivity while supporting downtown economic vitality. For more information and inquiries, contact Abigail Strickland, Main Street Manager . Publication Date/Time: 3/2/2026 12:00 AM Closing Date/Time: 4/3/2026 10:00 AM Contact Person: Abigail Strickland, Main Street Manager Related Documents: Pedestrian Safety RFQ (PDF)

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City of Newnan, Georgia

Downtown Development Authority

Request for Qualifications (RFQ)

for

Downtown Pedestrian Safety, Walkability, &

Multimodal Transportation Study

Issue Date:

Issued By:

Inquiries:

RFQ Due:

March 2, 2026

City of Newnan

Downtown Development Authority

6 1st Ave

Newnan, GA 30263

Abigail Strickland

Main Street Newnan

Business Development Department

770-253-8283 ext. 3

astrickland@newnanga.gov

April 3, 2026 10:00am EST

CITY OF NEWNAN, GEORGIA

Downtown Pedestrian Safety, Walkability, & Multimodal Transportation Study

FACT SHEET

Title of RFQ:

Date of Issue:

Last day to submit questions:

Date of final answers:

Statement of Qualifications due

date:

Copies of Statement of

Qualifications required:

Statement of Qualifications

submission location:

Statement of Qualifications

opening location:

Project name:

Firm selection/award schedule:

Desired completion schedule:

Downtown Design Guidelines

March 2, 2026

March 27, 2026 2PM EST

April 1, 2026 5PM EST

April 3, 2026 10:00AM EST

1 original, 3 copies plus 1 digital copy (not emailed)

Main Street Newnan Office

Main Street Newnan Office, 6 1st Ave, Newnan, GA 30263

Downtown Pedestrian Safety, Walkability, & Multimodal

Transportation Study

May 12, 2026

October 30, 2026

A. PURPOSE

The Downtown Development Authority of the City of Newnan, Georgia is seeking Statements of

Qualifications from qualified professional firms to conduct a Downtown Pedestrian Safety,

Walkability, and Multimodal Transportation Study for the downtown district. The purpose of

this study is to evaluate existing transportation and pedestrian conditions, identify safety

concerns and barriers to walkability, and develop data-driven, implementable recommendations

that improve pedestrian safety, accessibility, and multimodal connectivity while supporting

downtown economic vitality.

B. GENERAL INFORMATION AND SCHEDULE

This RFQ has been issued on March 2, 2026.

All inquiries regarding this RFQ Must be via email no later than March 27, 2026 2PM EST and

addressed to:

Abigail Strickland, Main Street Manager

City of Newnan, Georgia

Email: astrickland@newananga.gov

Selection for the award of this contract will be conducted through a two-step qualifications-

based process.

The first step will consist of a review and evaluation of submitted Statements of Qualifications

based on the firm’s demonstrated experience, technical expertise, and capacity to perform a

Downtown Pedestrian Safety, Walkability, and Multimodal Transportation Study of similar

nature, magnitude, and complexity. Principal evaluation factors will include past performance on

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pedestrian safety, walkability, transportation planning, and downtown or urban corridor studies,

particularly in environments that include state routes or complex multimodal conditions.

The second step will involve short-listing the most qualified firms for a formal interview process.

Firms selected for interviews will be required to submit a fee proposal at the time of, or in

conjunction with, the interview.

All qualification requirements must be met, or be capable of being met, by the responding firm.

Failure to meet these requirements may result in the Statement of Qualifications being deemed

nonresponsive.

Statement of Qualifications Format

The response submittal shall be no more than 33 single-sided 8½-inch x 11-inch pages, not

including dividers, and shall consist of the following:

I. Title Page and Table of Contents (2 pages)

II. Letter of Interest (1 page)

Provide a summary of the firm’s interest in the project, understanding of the study objectives,

and overall qualifications to perform the services anticipated by this Request for Qualifications,

including experience with pedestrian safety, walkability, and multimodal transportation planning

in a downtown or urban context.

III. Experience and Qualifications (10 pages maximum)

1. Provide an overview of the firm, including organizational structure, areas of practice, and

a brief history.

2. Describe the firm’s experience, expertise, and capabilities to perform the services

anticipated by this Request for Qualifications, including representative experience with:

o Pedestrian safety and walkability studies

o Multimodal transportation planning

o Traffic safety and data-driven analysis

o Downtown, historic, or mixed-use districts

o Projects involving coordination with state departments of transportation (GDOT

or similar), where applicable

3. Identify key personnel who would be assigned to this project and describe each

individual’s education, certifications, experience, and qualifications relevant to pedestrian

safety, transportation planning, and urban or downtown environments. Indicate the

degree of availability of each identified individual for this project.

The project team shall include, at a minimum, a licensed professional engineer,

transportation planner, urban designer, or similarly qualified professional with

direct experience in pedestrian safety and multimodal transportation studies.

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IV. Relevant Project Experience & References (20 pages maximum)

Provide at least five (5) examples in which the firm and/or key personnel provided services

similar to those anticipated by this Request for Qualifications. For each example, include:

• Project name and location

• Description of the work performed and relevance to this study

• Role of the firm and key personnel

• Outcomes or implemented recommendations, if applicable

• Client name, title, email address, and phone number for a reference

Graphics, maps, diagrams, or exhibits may be included to illustrate study findings, analysis, or

recommendations

Issuance of this RFQ does not constitute a commitment on the part of the City of Newnan to

award a contract pursuant to this RFQ. The City of Newnan reserves the right to reject any and

all Statement of Qualifications submitted in response to this RFQ, in whole or in part, and to

award a contract pursuant to this RFQ or cancel this RFQ if it is considered to be in the best

interests of the City of Newnan. The City of Newnan further reserves the right to make changes

to this RFQ at any time by issuance of written addendum/addenda, amendment(s) or

clarification(s).

Written responses to all written inquiries received by 2:00 PM ET, March 27, 2026 will be e-

mailed to all firms on record with the City of Newnan, Georgia as having been issued the RFQ on

or before April 1, 2026. No other City staff or officials associated with the Project should be

contacted regarding this RFQ. Doing so may result in disqualification.

C. BACKGROUND

The Downtown Development Authority (DDA) of the City of Newnan is committed to

enhancing pedestrian safety, walkability, and multimodal connectivity within the downtown

district in order to support economic vitality, accessibility, and quality of place. Downtown

Newnan serves as a regional destination for commerce, dining, events, and civic activity,

resulting in significant pedestrian activity and interaction with vehicular traffic.

The downtown district is traversed by two state-designated highways under the jurisdiction of

the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT). These corridors function as key regional

routes while also serving as main streets within the downtown, creating unique safety,

circulation, and design challenges for pedestrians, bicyclists, motorists, and transit users. The

DDA recognizes the need for a comprehensive, data-driven evaluation of existing conditions and

targeted strategies to improve safety and walkability within these constraints.

The objectives of this study include:

• Evaluate existing pedestrian, bicycle, vehicular, and transit conditions within the

downtown district, with particular emphasis on safety, accessibility, and multimodal

conflicts.

• Analyze available data, including crash history, traffic volumes and speeds, pedestrian

activity, and land use patterns, to identify priority safety concerns and opportunity areas.

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• Engage key stakeholders to understand user experiences, safety perceptions, and

operational challenges affecting downtown mobility.

• Identify and prioritize practical, implementable solutions that improve pedestrian

safety and walkability while supporting downtown activity and economic development.

• Develop short-, medium-, and long-term recommendations that are feasible within a

historic downtown context and compatible with GDOT requirements for state routes.

• Provide an implementation framework that includes conceptual improvements, order-

of-magnitude cost estimates, potential funding sources, and phasing strategies.

D. EVALUATION CRITERIA

Evaluation of Statements of Qualifications will be based on the following criteria for a total

possible score of 100 points:

1. Relevant Experience and Past Performance (30 Points)

Evaluation of the firm’s demonstrated experience with projects of similar nature, scope, and

complexity, including:

• Pedestrian safety and walkability studies

• Multimodal transportation planning

• Downtown, historic, or mixed-use environments

• Projects involving coordination with state departments of transportation (GDOT or

similar), where applicable

Emphasis will be placed on the firm’s ability to deliver data-driven analysis and implementable

recommendations.

2. Project Team and Staffing Plan (25 Points)

Evaluation of the qualifications, experience, and availability of the proposed project team,

including:

• Identification of a Project Manager who will serve as the primary point of contact and be

responsible for project delivery

• Relevant education, certifications, and experience of key personnel

• Experience of team members on similar pedestrian safety or transportation planning

projects

• Clarity of roles, responsibilities, and level of involvement for each team member

3. Project Approach and Understanding (25 Points)

Evaluation of the firm’s understanding of the project scope, downtown context, and study

objectives, including:

• Proposed approach to data collection, analysis, and stakeholder engagement

• Understanding of pedestrian safety challenges in downtown environments, including state

highway corridors

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Commodity Codes

• NAICS 541330Engineering Services

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