The primary goal of this Project is to ensure that bus infrastructure along the selected corridors is shovel ready by late-2026. Proposers are strongly encouraged to suggest creative and innovative methods and solutions to ensure that the Project remains on schedule without sacrificing necessary bus infrastructure improvements. Since efficiency is a top priority for the WSCCOG, the Consultant may work on tasks and submit deliverables concurrently or in a different order than is listed below based on WSCCOG staff approval. Corridor Review and Off-Ramp Process Given the complexity, timeline, and multijurisdictional nature of this project, the WSCCOG has structured a phased decision-making process with multiple “off-ramps” to determine whether individual corridors or segments should advance through each project stage. This approach ensures efficient use of resources while incorporating technical review, stakeholder input, and public feedback at key milestones. 1. The first off-ramp will occur following the development of 10% design concepts, including dimensioned conceptual cross-sections. At this stage, the internal WSCCOG Project Team will review the initial alternatives and may elect to remove any from further consideration based on clear feasibility limitations or misalignment with project goals. This will serve as an internal, informal decision point. 2. The second off-ramp will take place after public engagement on the cross-section alternatives that remain. Community feedback will be summarized and presented to the WSCCOG Board, which will determine which alternatives (if any) should be removed from further study. This represents the first formal governance decision point in the process. 3. The final off-ramp will occur after 30% design is completed, including detailed cross-sections and conceptual striping plans. Public input will again be solicited and presented to the WSCCOG Board and each individual jurisdiction. At that time, the Board and each individual jurisdiction will make a final determination regarding which alternatives and/or corridors should proceed to final design and implementation.
