Technical and Support Services for Pavement Programs (Solicitation) Transportation, Department Of
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), under the Department of Transportation, seeks technical and support services for its Office of Preconstruction, Construction, and Pavements program. This Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (ID/IQ) contract aims to advance pavement technologies and practices, improving performance, cost-effectiveness, safety, and user satisfaction.
The scope of work requires a broad range of technical, engineering, and professional support services, including organizing meetings, establishing best practices, technology delivery, demonstration projects, publication and marketing assistance, and specialized engineering tasks. The work focuses on pavement design, materials, construction, and evaluation, demanding a diverse team of subject matter experts.
Kick-off meetings, literature reviews, data analysis, testing, and report preparation are among the specific tasks outlined. The contract is expected to run for around four to five years and may be extended. Adherence to specified hourly rates for each labor category is mandatory, with engineers and managers playing a crucial role in sustainable pavement construction and rehabilitation.
To be eligible, applicants should possess expertise and qualifications in line with the required specialized support, including pavement engineering, management, and innovative solutions. The evaluation process will assess expertise, qualifications, past performance, and pricing structures, with a focus on the ability to provide efficient and cost-effective services.
The solicitation process includes multiple deadlines. Offers for the main ID/IQ contract are due by August 12, 2024, while Task Order 0001 has a deadline of August 19, 2024. Both proposals and task order applications must adhere to specified page limits.
For further clarification and questions, potential applicants can contact Malik Arnold or Robert P. Brown at the provided email addresses.
Concrete Advancements Realized by Benefits of New Technologies (CARBON Tech) Transportation, Department Of
Solicitation: Concrete Advancements Realized by Benefits of New Technologies (CARBON Tech) - TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OF
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is seeking market-ready, low-carbon binders to be benchmarked against an industrially produced Class A concrete with a target 28-day compressive strength of 4000 psi. This benchmarking is part of the FHWA's efforts to accelerate the implementation of next generation low-carbon binder technologies into engineering practice. The goal is to reduce embodied carbon in infrastructure by utilizing low-carbon binders. The FHWA aims to identify solutions that have achieved a suitable technology readiness level for industrial trials. The benchmarked binders should preferably have mixture proportions in general agreement with regional benchmarks defined in the Cradle-to-Gate Life Cycle Assessment of Ready-Mixed Concrete Report. This solicitation presents an opportunity for companies specializing in research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences to contribute to the advancement of low-carbon binder technologies for infrastructure projects.
FHWA 2025 Federal Lands Delivery Discipline Seminar Transportation, Department Of
The Department of Transportation's Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is hosting the "FHWA 2025 Federal Lands Delivery Discipline Seminar." This combined synopsis and solicitation, marked as a Total Small Business Set-Aside, seeks quotations for a seminar focused on federal lands and delivery disciplines.
The seminar is planned to cover educational content related to general highway engineering, environmental considerations, and project management on federal lands. The FHWA aims to engage a capable organization or entity to deliver this seminar, targeting a specific NAICS code of 721110 for Hotels and Motels.
Potential applicants should note the following key dates: technical questions are due by August 2nd, and quotations are due by August 9th, both before 11:00 AM ET. The primary contact for all communications is Jason Motala, whose email is provided as jason.motala@dot.gov.
To clarify, this opportunity is not a typical contract award but rather a request for quotations with a specific focus on delivering an educational seminar. Applicants should carefully review the attached RFQ document for full details and requirements.
Intelligent Transportation Systems Research and Stakeholder Support Services Transportation, Department Of
Presolicitation: Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration is seeking Intelligent Transportation Systems Research and Stakeholder Support Services. This service is typically used to enhance the relationship between the ITS Joint Program Office (ITS JPO) and the ITS industrial, academic, and government stakeholder communities. The contractor will work across transportation and other ITS-related industries to perform support activities in areas such as program management, meeting planning and trade shows, research, education, training, and outreach. The anticipated ordering period for this single-award IDIQ contract is 60 months. The solicitation will be available in May 2024 on www.sam.gov.
AASHTO Pavement ME Design Software Licenses Transportation, Department Of
The U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is considering a single-source procurement for a critical software licensing and support solution. The FHWA Office of Infrastructure requires 14 concurrent user licenses for the AASHTO Pavement ME Design Software, an essential tool for their operations.
This special notice is being issued to assess the market for potential alternative sources capable of meeting the FHWA's requirements. The software in question enables the design and analysis of pavement structures, and the agency seeks technical support for its implementation and usage. This is not a request for competitive quotes, but interested parties are invited to submit descriptions of their capabilities to demonstrate their potential to fulfill FHWA's needs.
The key task for the awardee will be to provide the software licenses and technical support, ensuring a seamless integration process. Deliverables include the software itself, along with the necessary training and ongoing support for FHWA staff.
FHWA seeks a vendor with a proven track record of success in providing similar software solutions and support. Experience in working with government agencies is a distinct asset, as is a deep understanding of pavement design and engineering principles.
This opportunity is open to all eligible vendors, with submissions being accepted until further notice. FHWA encourages interested parties to submit their capabilities promptly, as they reserve the right to award a contract at any time.
For clarity and to avoid potential issues, interested vendors are strongly encouraged to contact Sonia Neblett at sonia.neblett@dot.gov with any questions or concerns.