Tennessee Department of Transportation General Engineering Consultant for Structural Services RFQ 2026 - CST001-006
Tennessee Department of Transportation | State of TennesseeState · Nashville, TN- Due
- Sep 16, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 2, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Charity Cox
- (615) 253-3997
The 30-second brief
The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) Structures Division is seeking professional engineering consulting firms for on-call General Engineering Consultant (GEC) services across six contracts statewide. The scope includes full-service hydraulic and hydrologic analysis (HEC-RAS, SRH-2D), bridge and culvert design, underwater and NBIS inspections, structural analysis, load rating, and scour assessments per FHWA HEC-18/20. Additional support services cover utility coordination, ROW services, roadway design, and traffic control. The maximum total dollar amount for all contracts is $100,000,000 over a five-year term. A mandatory pre-submittal meeting for prime consultants will be held on September 9, 2026, in Nashville. Qualifications (Phase I) are due September 16, 2026, and firms must be pre-qualified with TDOT.
PDF packet, Phase I submittal (3 pages max), Phase II proposal (Part II of DT-0330), Staffing/Certification Matrix, Load rating reports
Team capability and work experience (25%), Technical approach (20%), Presentation (25%), Team Staffing Qualifications & Availability (15%), Past work experience (10%), Past performance evaluations (5%)
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Summary
The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) Structures Division is seeking professional engineering consulting firms for on-call General Engineering Consultant (GEC) services across six contracts statewide.
The scope includes full-service hydraulic and hydrologic analysis (HEC-RAS, SRH-2D), bridge and culvert design, underwater and NBIS inspections, structural analysis, load rating, and scour assessments per FHWA HEC-18/20. Additional support services cover utility coordination, ROW services, roadway design, and traffic control. The maximum total dollar amount for all contracts is $100,000,000 over a five-year term. A mandatory pre-submittal meeting for prime consultants will be held on September 9, 2026, in Nashville. Qualifications (Phase I) are due September 16, 2026, and firms must be pre-qualified with TDOT.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- PDF packet
- Phase I submittal (3 pages max)
- Phase II proposal (Part II of DT-0330)
- Staffing/Certification Matrix
- Load rating reports
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- DT-0330 Part I
- DT-0330 Part II
- Staffing/Certification Matrix
REQUIRED STAFFING
Professional engineering consulting firms, sub-consultants
- 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 September 16, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Charity Cox.
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 Charity Cox at (615) 253-3997. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Professional engineering consulting firms, sub-consultants. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: PDF packet, Phase I submittal (3 pages max), Phase II proposal (Part II of DT-0330), Staffing/Certification Matrix, Load rating 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: "Team capability and work experience (25%), Technical approach (20%), Presentation (25%), Team Staffing Qualifications & Availability (15%), Past work experience (10%), Past performance evaluations (5%..." 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: DT-0330 Part I, DT-0330 Part II, Staffing/Certification Matrix. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined 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.