Bid guide
How to bid on URI utility modeling engineering services
What URI is buying
The University of Rhode Island is seeking an engineering firm to build computer models of existing utility infrastructure and simulate potential new loads and improvements needed to meet the University’s utility needs. The work also includes project management and scheduling and conducting virtual project meetings.
This opportunity may interest engineering firms with experience modeling utility systems and assessing infrastructure needs.
Key dates and the deadline
A virtual pre-bid meeting is scheduled for October 9, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. To receive an invitation, email the listed contact, Katherine Missell.
Responses are due October 29, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. ET. Submit through Ocean State Procures before the deadline.
Who this opportunity suits
The work is suited to engineering firms that can develop computer models of existing utility infrastructure and run simulations for potential loads and improvements. Firms should also be prepared to manage projects and coordinate virtual meetings.
How to access and respond
The bid is posted on Ocean State Procures, Rhode Island’s statewide procurement portal. Viewing the posting is public and does not require an account. Use the original posting to review the solicitation.
A free OSP (WebProcure) account is needed to download documents or submit a response. Follow the portal’s instructions and submit before the stated deadline. Email Katherine Missell to be added to the virtual pre-bid meeting invitation.
Preparing a strong response
Read the solicitation documents carefully and organize your response around the requested work: existing-infrastructure modeling, simulations of potential loads and improvements, project management, and virtual meeting coordination.
Explain how your team would approach the modeling and simulation work, and make your relevant experience easy to assess. Check that your response follows the solicitation’s instructions and is complete before submitting it through the 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 University of Rhode Island; the original posting controls.