New River Crossing Tunnel (Request for Information)

The City of Fort Lauderdale is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) for the New River Crossing Tunnel Project, seeking input from qualified firms specializing in comprehensive infrastructure development. The procurement targets planning, design, engineering, construction, and maintenance services for a significant tunnel infrastructure project. Participating firms will be expected to provide detailed insights into optimal contracting strategies, potential delivery models, estimated project timelines, and industry innovations. The RFI is part of a preliminary market analysis designed to gather critical information from experienced industry professionals. Interested parties must submit all questions and responses through the Infor Supplier Portal by December 1, 2025, with the solicitation event identified as Event 538-0. The procurement process requires suppliers to register in the new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, which serves as the primary electronic commerce exchange for conducting business with the City of Fort Lauderdale.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, the procurement appears open to a wide range of qualified engineering and infrastructure development firms. The project is located in Broward County, Florida, suggesting potential local economic development considerations. No incumbent vendors or specific budget ranges were disclosed in the initial RFI documentation. The procurement utilizes a modern Infor cloud-based supplier portal, indicating a sophisticated approach to vendor engagement and solicitation management. Interested firms will need to complete a comprehensive registration process through the specified online platform, demonstrating technical capability and willingness to engage with the city's new electronic procurement system. The project's scope suggests a significant infrastructure investment, though precise financial parameters are not currently specified in the available information.