Nebraska Department of Transportation FWD Testing, Roadway Coring, and GPR Services RFP 2026 - 127819 Z6
Nebraska State Highway Commission | State of NebraskaState · Lincoln, NE- Due
- Oct 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 28, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Dana Smith
- (402) 479-4356
The 30-second brief
The Nebraska Department of Transportation is seeking proposals for Falling Weight Deflectometer (FWD) testing, roadway coring, and ground penetrating radar (GPR) services across Districts 1 through 8. The work involves pavement evaluation, soil sampling and AASHTO soil classification, thickness investigation, and traffic control for approximately 31 proposed highway projects during the design process prior to letting. Services include labor, tools, vehicles, equipment, mobilization, and reporting compatible with Pavement ME Design software. The contract term is one year, with submission deadline on October 27, 2026, and a proposal opening at 2:00 PM Central Time in Lincoln, NE. Bidders must submit a signed Contractual Agreement Form and Cost Sheet (Attachment A), with evaluation based on cost, quality, and bidder qualifications.
Falling Weight Deflectometer (FWD) testing, Roadway coring, And ground penetrating radar (GPR) services; photo of cores and soil samples; location maps; coring report forms; raw FWD data; GPR data and reports
Price, Location, Quality, Delivery time, Bidder qualifications and capabilities, State contract management requirements and/or costs
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Summary
The Nebraska Department of Transportation is seeking proposals for Falling Weight Deflectometer (FWD) testing, roadway coring, and ground penetrating radar (GPR) services across Districts 1 through 8.
The work involves pavement evaluation, soil sampling and AASHTO soil classification, thickness investigation, and traffic control for approximately 31 proposed highway projects during the design process prior to letting. Services include labor, tools, vehicles, equipment, mobilization, and reporting compatible with Pavement ME Design software. The contract term is one year, with submission deadline on October 27, 2026, and a proposal opening at 2:00 PM Central Time in Lincoln, NE. Bidders must submit a signed Contractual Agreement Form and Cost Sheet (Attachment A), with evaluation based on cost, quality, and bidder qualifications.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Price
- Location
- Quality
- Delivery time
- Bidder qualifications and capabilities
- State contract management requirements and/or costs
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Falling Weight Deflectometer (FWD) testing, Roadway coring, And ground penetrating radar (GPR) services
- Photo of cores and soil samples
- Location maps
- Coring report forms
- Raw FWD data
- GPR data and reports
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Original Contractual Agreement Form
- Cost Sheet (Attachment A)
- Certificate of Insurance (COI)
- Submit to
- Nebraska Department of Transportation, Operations Division, 5001 S. 14th Street, Lincoln, NE 68512
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Lincoln, NE
- Reported agency
- State of Nebraska
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Nebraska State Highway Commission | State of Nebraska?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 27, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Nebraska Department of Transportation, Operations Division, 5001 S. 14th Street, Lincoln, NE 68512. For questions, contact Dana Smith.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Nebraska State Highway Commission | State of Nebraska in NE, 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 Dana Smith at (402) 479-4356. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Falling Weight Deflectometer (FWD) testing, Roadway coring, And ground penetrating radar (GPR) services; photo of cores and soil samples; location maps; coring report forms; raw FWD data; GPR data and reports. 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: "Price, Location, Quality, Delivery time, Bidder qualifications and capabilities, State contract management requirements and/or costs" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Original Contractual Agreement Form, Cost Sheet (Attachment A), Certificate of Insurance (COI). Review the full document from Nebraska State Highway Commission | State of Nebraska for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Lincoln, NE. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.