How to bid on On-call Transit Planning for the Rhode Island Department of Transportation

What the agency is buying

The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) is seeking on-call transit planning consultant services. This work involves planning, design-level analysis, and investigations for Rhode Island's rapid transit network, which includes rail, ferry, and fixed-route bus routes.

The goal is to increase ridership, develop and implement faster and more frequent transit services, and support economic development along these transit corridors.

Key dates and deadlines

This Request for Proposal (TRFP27006857) was published on July 28, 2026. All responses must be submitted by August 25, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET. It is important to submit your response before this deadline.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for professional services firms with expertise in transit planning, transportation engineering, urban planning, and economic development related to transit infrastructure. Firms capable of providing planning and design-level analyses for various transit modes (rail, ferry, bus) will find this relevant.

How to respond

To access the full solicitation documents and respond, you need to use Ocean State Procures (OSP), Rhode Island's statewide procurement portal. You can view the bid publicly without an account.

To download documents or submit your response, you will need to log in to your free OSP (WebProcure) account. Ensure you complete all steps and submit your response before the stated deadline.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

When preparing your response, clearly demonstrate your firm's experience with similar transit planning projects, especially those involving multiple modes like rail, ferry, and bus. Highlight your capabilities in ridership analysis, service optimization, and transit-oriented development.

Pay close attention to all instructions within the solicitation documents. Ensure your proposal directly addresses the agency's stated goals of increasing ridership, improving service frequency, and fostering economic development. Provide specific examples of past successes and the methodologies you propose to use.