RFP-1151 Right of Way Consultant Services - Acquisition

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), District One, is seeking Right of Way Consultant Services for a comprehensive acquisition project covering twelve counties through RFP-1151. The procurement is a continuing services task assignment contract with specific focus on right-of-way support services including acquisition, relocation, business damage reporting, and records management. Consultants will be responsible for executing various tasks related to property acquisition and support services as directed through specific task work orders. The proposal submission deadline is October 7, 2025, at 9:00 AM, with technical proposals opening at 10:00 AM the same day and price proposals scheduled for October 29, 2025, at 10:00 AM. Interested consultants must demonstrate capabilities in right-of-way services, with the contract initially spanning from December 1, 2025, through December 1, 2026, and potential renewals up to three years. Evaluation criteria will likely include technical expertise, proposed methodologies, past performance, and the ability to provide comprehensive right-of-way support across multiple counties.

The contract includes provisions for minority and disadvantaged business enterprise (MBE/DBE) participation, requiring consultants to maintain a drug-free workplace and comply with equal opportunity requirements. The total maximum contract value is set at $5,000,000, with an initial funding allocation of $1,000,000 approved through multiple appropriations. Compensation will be structured using loaded labor rates and unit rates for specific tasks, with payments processed through progress payments or lump sum amounts. Consultants will be subject to performance evaluations, with potential contract termination for unsatisfactory performance or failure to meet specified requirements. The contract emphasizes detailed reporting and invoicing procedures, and vendors must be prepared to integrate with existing FDOT infrastructure and reporting systems. Prospective bidders should be prepared to demonstrate extensive experience in right-of-way acquisition, relocation services, and comprehensive project management across multiple jurisdictional boundaries.