Bid guide
How to bid on General Engineering Consultant Services for SFRTA / Tri-Rail
What SFRTA / Tri-Rail is buying
SFRTA / Tri-Rail is looking for a General Engineering Consultant (GEC) for its RFQ 27-002 solicitation. This is an opportunity for engineering firms to provide professional services to a public transit agency in Florida.
The full scope of work and detailed requirements are available in the solicitation documents.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The deadline to respond to this solicitation is October 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. All submissions must be completed by this time.
Responses received after the deadline will likely not be considered. It is important to submit your proposal well in advance to avoid any last-minute technical issues.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for professional engineering firms with expertise in general engineering consulting services. Firms with experience working on transportation or infrastructure projects, especially in the public sector, may find this a good fit.
The solicitation is categorized under professional services, indicating a need for specialized expertise rather than commodity goods.
How to respond to this RFQ
To access the full solicitation documents and submit your response, you will need to use the SFRTA / Tri-Rail procurement portal on Bonfire. Viewing the opportunity details is public and does not require an account.
To download files and submit your response, you must register a free vendor account on the Bonfire portal. Ensure you complete this step well before the submission deadline.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
When preparing your response, carefully review all sections of the RFQ to ensure full compliance with every requirement. Pay close attention to the evaluation criteria, if provided, to understand what aspects the agency will prioritize.
Clearly articulate your firm's experience and qualifications relevant to general engineering consulting, particularly any experience with similar transit or public sector projects. Highlight your team's expertise and any unique approaches you bring to such services. Ensure all required forms and documentation are accurately completed and submitted on time through the Bonfire portal.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from SFRTA / Tri-Rail; the original posting controls.