TDOT On-Call Engineering Services for Passenger Transportation Rail & Freight Division 2026
Tennessee Department of Transportation | State of TennesseeState · Nashville, TN- Due
- Jun 4, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 20, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Natasha Whitfield
- (615) 253-3997
The 30-second brief
The Tennessee Department of Transportation seeks on-call engineering services for its Passenger Transportation, Rail & Freight Division. Services include feasibility studies, freight policy analysis, and rail planning across three statewide contracts over a five-year term.
Letter of Interest, Prequalification Form DT-0330 Part I, Proposal Part II of DT-0330
Firm Overview, Project Fit, Qualification Type, Team capability and Organization, Key Personnel Qualifications and Experience, Previous Experience in Similar Scope, Project Coordination and Public Meeting Experience, Evaluations of prior TDOT projects, Amount of work under contract with TDOT
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Summary
The Tennessee Department of Transportation seeks on-call engineering services for its Passenger Transportation, Rail & Freight Division. Services include feasibility studies, freight policy analysis, and rail planning across three statewide contracts over a five-year term.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
9- Firm Overview
- Project Fit
- Qualification Type
- Team capability and Organization
- Key Personnel Qualifications and Experience
- Previous Experience in Similar Scope
- Project Coordination and Public Meeting Experience
- Evaluations of prior TDOT projects
- Amount of work under contract with TDOT
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Letter of Interest
- Prequalification Form DT-0330 Part I
- Proposal Part II of DT-0330
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Statewide, TN
- Reported agency
- Tennessee Department of Transportation
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Tennessee Department of Transportation | State of Tennessee?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 4, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Natasha Whitfield.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Tennessee Department of Transportation | State of Tennessee in TN, 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 RFQ 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 Natasha Whitfield at (615) 253-3997. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Letter of Interest, Prequalification Form DT-0330 Part I, Proposal Part II of DT-0330. 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: "Firm Overview, Project Fit, Qualification Type, Team capability and Organization, Key Personnel Qualifications and Experience, Previous Experience in Similar Scope, Project Coordination and Public Mee..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Tennessee Department of Transportation | State of Tennessee?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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 Tennessee Department of Transportation | State of Tennessee for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Statewide, TN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.