The City of Great Bend, Kansas, has been awarded funding through the Safe Streets for All (SS4A) grant program from the U.S. Department of Transportation. The purpose of this funding is to develop an Action Plan aimed at improving transportation safety infrastructure, eliminate fatal crashes and significantly reduce severe injury crashes, and make policy recommendations. The City is seeking qualified engineering firms to assist in developing this plan, focusing on transportation safety improvements and community engagement. The goal is to identify safety issues and ultimately develop a list of potential Action Plan projects and programs to apply for future USDOT FHWA SS4A Implementation Grants. The City is dedicated to enhancing transportation safety by implementing data-driven safety measures and community-focused infrastructure improvements. The selected firm will support the City in creating a strategic Action Plan that aligns with the SS4A grant program requirements and ensures safer streets for all users. Additionally, the City seeks a consultant who can provide guidance on securing implementation funding once the Safety Action Plan is completed, ensuring the successful execution of identified projects.
