RIDOT 2026 Statewide Railroad Crossing Improvements Construction Bid TCB26005927
Rhode Island Department of Transportation | State of Rhode IslandState · Providence, RI- Due
- Nov 21, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 28, 2025
- Primary contact
- M. Scott Stephens
- (401) 574-8152
The 30-second brief
The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) is soliciting bids for the 2026 Statewide Railroad Crossing Improvements project, solicitation number TCB26005927. The scope of work consists of signage and striping improvements at fifty-seven (57) at-grade crossings statewide to ensure compliance with 2023 MUTCD, FRA, and RIDOT standards. Specific tasks include the installation of crossbuck assemblies, yield signs, track number plaques, emergency notification signs, reflective strips on signposts, and yield line striping, as well as the removal of non-compliant existing signage. Affected crossings are owned by Genesee and Wyoming/Providence and Worcester (G&W/P&W RR), Seaview Railroad Company (SVTX), and Newport and Narragansett Bay Railroad Company (NNBR). Bids must be submitted electronically via Ocean State Procures by November 21, 2025, at 1:00 PM EST. A 5% bid bond and 100% performance bond are required. The project includes a 0% DBE goal and requires compliance with Davis-Bacon prevailing wage rates.
DOT Anti-Collusion.pdf, DOT Certification Regarding Debarment.pdf, DOT Conflicts Disclosure Policy.pdf, DOT DBE Special Provisions.pdf, DOT Requirement for Affirmative Action To Ensure EEO.pdf, DOT US OMB Lobbying Form.pdf, DOT USDOT Standard Title VI Assurances for Contractors.pdf, Bid Bond
Total bid for all quantities of work, responsiveness to solicitation, vendor responsibility in accordance with the State Purchases Act
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Summary
The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) is soliciting bids for the 2026 Statewide Railroad Crossing Improvements project, solicitation number TCB26005927.
The scope of work consists of signage and striping improvements at fifty-seven (57) at-grade crossings statewide to ensure compliance with 2023 MUTCD, FRA, and RIDOT standards. Specific tasks include the installation of crossbuck assemblies, yield signs, track number plaques, emergency notification signs, reflective strips on signposts, and yield line striping, as well as the removal of non-compliant existing signage. Affected crossings are owned by Genesee and Wyoming/Providence and Worcester (G&W/P&W RR), Seaview Railroad Company (SVTX), and Newport and Narragansett Bay Railroad Company (NNBR). Bids must be submitted electronically via Ocean State Procures by November 21, 2025, at 1:00 PM EST. A 5% bid bond and 100% performance bond are required. The project includes a 0% DBE goal and requires compliance with Davis-Bacon prevailing wage rates.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Total bid for all quantities of work
- Responsiveness to solicitation
- Vendor responsibility in accordance with the State Purchases Act
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- DOT Anti-Collusion.pdf
- DOT Certification Regarding Debarment.pdf
- DOT Conflicts Disclosure Policy.pdf
- DOT DBE Special Provisions.pdf
- DOT Requirement for Affirmative Action To Ensure EEO.pdf
- DOT US OMB Lobbying Form.pdf
- DOT USDOT Standard Title VI Assurances for Contractors.pdf
- Bid Bond
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Federal Wage Rates
- Standard Specifications
- Plan Set
- Addenda
- Submit to
- Ocean State Procures (www.ridop.ri.gov)
- Scope location
- Rhode Island
- Reported agency
- Rhode Island Department of Transportation
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Rhode Island Department of Transportation | State of Rhode Island?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 21, 2025. 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: Ocean State Procures (www.ridop.ri.gov). For questions, contact M. Scott Stephens.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Rhode Island Department of Transportation | State of Rhode Island in RI, 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 Bid 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 M. Scott Stephens at (401) 574-8152. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: DOT Anti-Collusion.pdf, DOT Certification Regarding Debarment.pdf, DOT Conflicts Disclosure Policy.pdf, DOT DBE Special Provisions.pdf, DOT Requirement for Affirmative Action To Ensure EEO.pdf, DOT US OMB Lobbying Form.pdf, DOT USDOT Standard Title VI Assurances for Contractors.pdf, Bid Bond. 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: "Total bid for all quantities of work, responsiveness to solicitation, vendor responsibility in accordance with the State Purchases Act" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Rhode Island Department of Transportation | State of Rhode Island?
All active and historical solicitations from Rhode Island Department of Transportation | State of Rhode Island are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, Rhode Island Department of Transportation | State of Rhode Island 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 Bid?
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: Federal Wage Rates, Standard Specifications, Plan Set, Addenda. Review the full document from Rhode Island Department of Transportation | State of Rhode Island for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Rhode Island. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
