TRFP26006507A2 Summary.pdf

This is an Addendum Notification (Addendum No. 2) issued by the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) for Request for Proposals No. TRFP26006507, dated May 7, 2026. The RFP seeks qualified planning consultant services to develop sustainable long-term transportation asset management solutions and resilience strategies for three critical corridors in Warren, Rhode Island: Market Street, Child Street (RI-103), and Metacom Avenue (RI-136). These corridors must maintain accessibility in response to the Town of Warren's planned managed retreat strategy. The solicitation period ran from April 10, 2026, through May 8, 2026, with vendor questions accepted through April 29, 2026, at 5:00 PM EDT. Proposals were required to be submitted electronically through Ocean State Procures by May 8, 2026, at 1:00 PM EDT. The initial contract period begins in June 2026 for a three-year term. This addendum provides a compilation of Questions & Answers issued during the procurement process.

Consultants must submit proposals evaluated on technical merit and cost, with pricing structured as hourly rates or alternative fee arrangements. Vendors must carry professional liability insurance of $2,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 annual aggregate, along with general liability, workers compensation, and automobile liability insurance, and provide current Financial Review Reports or Audited Financials prepared by CPAs. Inclusionary Small Business Enterprise (ISBE) participation requirements apply, with points awarded based on utilization of minority-owned, women-owned, and disability business enterprises. All vendors are eligible; however, selected consultants must maintain active SAM registration prior to contract award and complete federal and state compliance certifications. A contract administrative fee of 0.33 percent of annual contract spend will be withheld from invoices. The solicitation does not specify an explicit award value or budget range.