City of Liberal Railroad Crossing Elimination Environmental Assessments RFP 2026
City of LiberalCity · Liberal, KS- Due
- Mar 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 13, 2026
- Primary contact
- Keeley Young
The 30-second brief
The City of Liberal, Kansas is soliciting requests for proposals (RFPs) for environmental regulatory review and assessments for the Liberal Crossing Analysis for Routes Enhancing Safety (Liberal CARES) Railroad Crossing Elimination (RCE) project. The objective is to identify firms specializing in technical environmental assessments to support compliance with federal regulatory standards under the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA). Responding firms must have at least 10 years of experience in technical assessments, engineering, and public engagement for USDOT/FRA projects. The project is anticipated to be funded by RCE program funds and must comply with Buy American requirements and Title VI non-discrimination authorities. Three sealed bids are due to the Liberal City Hall, City Clerk's Office by March 24, 2026.
Bids and proposals will be evaluated by a selection committee of not less than three (3) individuals from the City of Liberal. The responding firms will be ranked utilizing the Ranking Criteria identified below, and will select up to three (3) highly qualified firms. The City of Liberal will present the top bid proposals to the Liberal City Commission for final approval prior to entering into a finalized service contract with the awarded firm. Evaluation ranks do not create any right in or expectation to a contract regardless of any ranking given to any firm. RANKING CRITERIA Responding firms will be ranked pursuant to the following criteria and weighting: 1) The specialized experience and technical competence of the firm with respect to the type of services required, including experience with FRA guidelines (0-40 points); 2) The capacity and capability of the firm to perform the work in question, including specialized services, within the time limitations fixed for the completion of the Project (0-35 points); 3) The past record of performance of the firm with respect to such factors as control of costs, quality of work, and ability to meet schedules (0-20 points); and 4) The firm's proximity to and familiarity with the area in which the Project is located (0-5 points). MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Organization and Experience - Responding firms must be organized for the purpose of providing technical assessments, engineering, and public engagement services with at least 10 years of experience with proven effectiveness in conducting successful services for USDOT/FRA projects. Start-Up - Responding firms must have a proven ability for immediate contract start-up as evidenced by past performance and current resources and personnel. Debarment/Suspension - Neither responding firms nor any of their respective principals shall be debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible or voluntarily excluded from participation in any contract by any Federal department or agency.
Specialized experience and technical competence (40 points), Capacity and capability (35 points), Past record of performance (20 points), Proximity to and familiarity with the area (5 points)
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Summary
The City of Liberal, Kansas is soliciting requests for proposals (RFPs) for environmental regulatory review and assessments for the Liberal Crossing Analysis for Routes Enhancing Safety (Liberal CARES) Railroad Crossing Elimination (RCE) project.
The objective is to identify firms specializing in technical environmental assessments to support compliance with federal regulatory standards under the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA). Responding firms must have at least 10 years of experience in technical assessments, engineering, and public engagement for USDOT/FRA projects. The project is anticipated to be funded by RCE program funds and must comply with Buy American requirements and Title VI non-discrimination authorities. Three sealed bids are due to the Liberal City Hall, City Clerk's Office by March 24, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- The specialized experience and technical competence of the firm with respect to the type of services required, including experience with FRA guidelines (0-40 points)
- The capacity and capability of the firm to perform the work in question, including specialized services, within the time limitations fixed for the completion of the Project (0-35 points)
- The past record of performance of the firm with respect to such factors as control of costs, quality of work, and ability to meet schedules (0-20 points); and
- The firm's proximity to and familiarity with the area in which the Project is located (0-5 points). MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Submit to
- Liberal City Hall, City Clerk's Office
- Scope location
- Liberal, KS
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Liberal?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 24, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: Liberal City Hall, City Clerk's Office. For questions, contact Keeley Young.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Liberal in KS, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Keeley Young. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bids and proposals will be evaluated by a selection committee of not less than three (3) individuals from the City of Liberal. The responding firms will be ranked utilizing the Ranking Criteria identified below, and will select up to three (3) highly qualified firms. The City of Liberal will present. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Specialized experience and technical competence (40 points), Capacity and capability (35 points), Past record of performance (20 points), Proximity to and familiarity with the area (5 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Liberal?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Liberal are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Liberal regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. Review the full document from City of Liberal for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Liberal, KS. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.