How to bid on SW Bridge Structural Health Monitoring for Virginia Department of Transportation

What the Virginia Department of Transportation is buying

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is looking for consulting engineering and surveying services. This work involves establishing baseline conditions and monitoring the physical responses of bridges and other highway structures across the state. The services may also include diagnostic assessments and support for repairs or rehabilitation efforts.

This contract has a maximum value of $10 million per term. It is a significant opportunity for firms specializing in structural health monitoring and related engineering services.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

This solicitation was published on July 31, 2026. Expressions of interest must be received by August 21, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. Submissions must be made through Bid Express.

All inquiries about this solicitation must be submitted through the Bid Express Q&A section. Responses to questions and any changes or addenda will also be published on Bid Express.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for consulting engineering firms and surveying firms with expertise in structural health monitoring, diagnostic assessments, and support for the repair or rehabilitation of highway structures. The work covers a wide range of structures including bridges, buildings, tunnels, and culverts, and will be performed statewide in Virginia.

How to respond

To view the solicitation documents and respond, you need to access Bid Express. Registration on Bid Express is required to view and submit a response, but there is no cost to register. Instructions for registration are available on the Bid Express website.

All expressions of interest must be submitted electronically via Bid Express by the stated deadline.

Practical tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully review all solicitation documents on Bid Express to understand the full scope of services required and any specific technical requirements. Pay close attention to the details regarding establishing baseline conditions and the types of monitoring expected.

Highlight your firm's experience with similar structural health monitoring projects, especially those involving bridges and highway infrastructure. Emphasize your capabilities in diagnostic assessment and your approach to supporting repair or rehabilitation efforts. Ensure your submission clearly demonstrates your ability to perform services across the Commonwealth of Virginia.