Wisconsin Department of Transportation Wildlife Crossing Hotspot Analysis RFP 2026
Wisconsin State Patrol | State of WisconsinState · Madison, WI- Due
- May 11, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2025
- Contract term
- 2 years
The 30-second brief
Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is seeking proposals for a 'Wildlife Crossing Hotspot Analysis, Phase 2'. The project aims to improve safety for motorists and wildlife by developing a highway prioritization framework, identifying Wildlife Crossing Opportunity Areas (WCOAs), and refining a Wildlife-Vehicle Collision (WVC) mitigation decision support tool. Key objectives include a literature review, stakeholder collaboration, habitat assessment, WVC prioritization, WCOA development, and enhancement of a decision support tool.
Literature review and executive summary, Stakeholder outreach plan, Technical memorandum, Habitat geodatabase feature class, WVC highway segment prioritization framework, WVC highway prioritization geodatabase feature class, Interim report, WCOAs geodatabase feature class, Decision support tool, Decision support tool guidance document, Decision support tool training PowerPoint presentation, Project Report, Final Report and Summary Document, COP Presentation
The Evaluation Criteria and Scoring Matrix are in the Proposal Preparation Instructions.
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Summary
Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is seeking proposals for a 'Wildlife Crossing Hotspot Analysis, Phase 2'.
The project aims to improve safety for motorists and wildlife by developing a highway prioritization framework, identifying Wildlife Crossing Opportunity Areas (WCOAs), and refining a Wildlife-Vehicle Collision (WVC) mitigation decision support tool. Key objectives include a literature review, stakeholder collaboration, habitat assessment, WVC prioritization, WCOA development, and enhancement of a decision support tool.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
The Evaluation Criteria and Scoring Matrix are in the Proposal Preparation Instructions.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
14- Literature review and executive summary
- Stakeholder outreach plan
- Technical memorandum
- Habitat geodatabase feature class
- WVC highway segment prioritization framework
- WVC highway prioritization geodatabase feature class
- Interim report
- WCOAs geodatabase feature class
- Decision support tool
- Decision support tool guidance document
- Decision support tool training PowerPoint presentation
- Project Report
- Final Report and Summary Document
- COP Presentation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Proposal Budget Worksheet, Proposal Summary of Hours, Commitments of Research Staff, DOA-3027 Designation of Confidential and Proprietary Information Form, Policy & Safety First Meeting Information, Policy & Safety First Final Report and Close-Out Presentation (COP) Information, Budget Worksheet, Summary of Hours, Gantt Chart, Data Management Plan
REQUIRED STAFFING
Principal Investigator
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 24 months
- Scope location
- Wisconsin
- Reported agency
- Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Wisconsin State Patrol | State of Wisconsin?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 11, 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].
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Wisconsin State Patrol | State of Wisconsin in WI, 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.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Principal Investigator. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Literature review and executive summary, Stakeholder outreach plan, Technical memorandum, Habitat geodatabase feature class, WVC highway segment prioritization framework, WVC highway prioritization geodatabase feature class, Interim report, WCOAs geodatabase feature class, Decision support tool, Dec. 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: "The Evaluation Criteria and Scoring Matrix are in the Proposal Preparation Instructions." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Wisconsin State Patrol | State of Wisconsin?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 years. 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: Proposal Budget Worksheet, Proposal Summary of Hours, Commitments of Research Staff, DOA-3027 Designation of Confidential and Proprietary Information Form, Policy & Safety First Meeting Information, P. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Wisconsin State Patrol | State of Wisconsin for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Wisconsin. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.