Common use of Feasibility Analysis Clause in Contracts

Feasibility Analysis. It is desired to configure and analyze the operation of the proposed solution in a simulated environment prior to deploying it in the field. This process will provide testing ground on which the system can be tested in various configurations and under various circumstances to maximize the probability of success in a real-world deployment. There are four components of the simulation, listed below. See also Figure 1. • Traffic Micro-simulation Software (VISSIM) • Virtual Traffic Signal Controllers (VSC) • Traffic Control System (TransSuite) • Adaptive Signal Control Technology (ASCT) using the Adaptive Decision Support System (ACDSS) from KLD In order for the simulation to be successful, the City or the team will need to obtain rights to use VSCs, which are actual traffic signal controller firmware that runs in a software environment. These VSCs will need to be configurable to interface with the simulator with inputs coming from simulated detectors and outputs affecting the simulated traffic signals as if they were running in the field. In addition, TransSuite must be able to interface with the VSCs in the same way as it interfaces with actual field controllers. The ACDSS already interfaces directly with TransSuite. The cost feasibility of doing a simulation includes the cost to allow TransSuite to interface directly with virtual traffic signal controllers. Please note that although an estimate is provided as part of the project initiation, any discrepancies between TransCore’s original assumptions and information uncovered during this investigation will be documented and a request for reconciliation will be submitted. The technical feasibility is dependent on a defined interface that allows the VSCs to interface both with TransSuite and VISSIM. The report will include a recommendation for which VSC to use for the evaluation. • Feasibility Report Traffic Simulation - VISSIM Signal Timing Changes Detector Data Signal Timing Changes TransSuite Virtual Controllers PTV interface Detectors Traffic Controllers Roadway Network Traffic Demand