Washington State Department of Transportation SR 518, Tukwila International Boulevard Station (TIBS) Bus Rapid Transit Project RFQ - XE3492
Washington State Department of Transportation | State Ferries Long Range Plan public involvementState · Olympia, WA- Due
- Nov 16, 2026
- 18 days left
- Posted
- Sep 28, 2026
- Primary contact
- Matt Gill
- (206) 440-4997
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Summary
The Washington State Department of Transportation seeks qualifications for the SR 518, Tukwila International Boulevard Station (TIBS) Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Project under Contract ID XE3492 in King County.
The project will create a new BRT station on SR 518 between mileposts 2.49 and 2.91, connecting the existing Tukwila International Boulevard Link light rail station and communities to the south of SR 518. Scope of work includes roadway modifications, new bus only lanes, and pedestrian bridges to access the new Stride bus rapid transit stations and related facilities. The estimated contract value ranges between $100,000,000 and $130,000,000, funded by Sound Transit and FTA with federal small business enterprise goals of 9% for design and 20% for construction. Submittals are due by Monday, November 16, 2026, at 11:59pm PST.
- Submit to
- https://wsdot.wa.gov/business-wsdot/contracting-opportunities/sr-518-tukwila-international-boulevard-station-tibs-bus-rapid-transit-project
- Scope location
- King County, WA
- Reported agency
- Washington State Department of Transportation
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Washington State Department of Transportation | State Ferries Long Range Plan public involvement?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 16, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: https://wsdot.wa.gov/business-wsdot/contracting-opportunities/sr-518-tukwila-international-boulevard-station-tibs-bus-rapid-transit-project. For questions, contact Matt Gill.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Washington State Department of Transportation | State Ferries Long Range Plan public involvement in WA, 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 Matt Gill at (206) 440-4997. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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