RFI - Innovation and Technology Transportation Fund Project Development

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for the Innovation and Technology Transportation Fund (ITTF) project development, seeking innovative solutions to advance transportation technology across the state. The RFI targets consultants and contractors capable of proposing cutting-edge technologies focused on improving mobility, reducing congestion, enhancing safety, providing advanced travel data, and improving emergency response capabilities. Respondents are required to submit comprehensive proposals electronically through eVA, with a strict five-page limit excluding attachments. The submission deadline is April 4, 2025, at 5:00 PM EST, with clarification questions due by March 3, 2025, at 12:00 PM EST. Potential solutions should include detailed information about the proposed innovation's development stage, estimated design and implementation costs, operational and maintenance expenses, training requirements, and projected return on investment. VDOT is particularly interested in emerging transportation technologies that can be integrated into existing infrastructure, with recent examples including the I-95 Variable Speed Limit system, Northern Virginia Regional Multi-Modal Program's Data Exchange Platform, and dynamic ramp metering projects.

The RFI does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations, suggesting an open competitive process for potential vendors. The ITTF program has approximately $25 million available annually for approved projects, indicating significant funding potential for innovative transportation solutions. Currently, VDOT has over 50 active ITTF projects, demonstrating a robust commitment to technological advancement in transportation infrastructure. All submitted proposals will be subject to public disclosure under Virginia's Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), with vendors having the option to mark sensitive information as proprietary or confidential using the provided Attachment A form. The procurement strategy may include future formal competitive procurements based on the information gathered through this RFI. Potential respondents should be prepared to demonstrate technological readiness, cost-effectiveness, and potential impact on transportation efficiency, with a focus on solutions that can be implemented across Virginia's diverse transportation landscape.