Outside Entity Research and Development Management.

This indefinite delivery vehicle provides access to outside entity research and development management services through the National Association of Transportation Consultants (NATC) framework. The IDV is designed to facilitate procurement of specialized research and development management capabilities, enabling state and local government entities to leverage external expertise for transportation-related projects and initiatives. Through this vehicle, organizations can access consulting and management services to support the planning, execution, and oversight of research and development activities.

Hodges Transportation Inc. serves as the prime contractor for this Michigan-based IDV, with the contract effective from August 10, 2026, through April 21, 2027. The vehicle provides coverage throughout the state of Michigan and operates under the NATC cooperative purchasing framework. This arrangement allows Michigan state and local government agencies to procure specialized research and development management services on an as-needed basis through a pre-established contractual relationship with the awarded vendor.