Stream and Wetland Mitigation Credits for the Tennessee Department of Transportation-UPDATED

The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT), through the State of Tennessee's Central Procurement Office, is issuing a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for stream and wetland mitigation services. The procurement seeks a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive environmental and engineering services, including monitoring mitigation sites, performing corrective actions, developing mitigation banks, and obtaining necessary permits. Key procurement dates include the RFQ issue date of September 11, 2025, with responses due by October 31, 2025, and potential oral presentations scheduled for December 1-3, 2025. The contract will have a five-year term from the effective date, with contractors expected to respond to individual work orders specifying service scope, required personnel, and maximum hours. Evaluation criteria will likely focus on technical capabilities, environmental expertise, past performance in stream and wetland mitigation, and the ability to provide a range of professional services including Project Managers, Senior and Staff Engineers, Environmental Specialists, CADD/GIS Analysts, and supporting personnel.

The procurement includes specific provisions to support minority-owned, woman-owned, service-disabled veteran-owned, and small business enterprises, demonstrating a commitment to diverse contractor participation. The contract has a maximum liability of $15,000,000, with reimbursement structured competitively based on actual services requested. Cost proposals will include hourly rates for various professional roles, and the State maintains flexibility by not obligating itself to request any specific amount of work during the contract period. Potential contractors must demonstrate substantial expertise in environmental mitigation, permitting processes, and the technical capabilities to manage complex stream and wetland restoration projects. The procurement approach allows TDOT to access specialized environmental services on an as-needed basis, with the ability to scale services according to specific project requirements while maintaining a structured, competitive pricing model.