Port, waterway, and intermodal freight planning; economic analysis including benefit-cost analyses,

The contract covers comprehensive planning and analysis services for ports, waterways, and intermodal freight systems in Texas, with a strong emphasis on economic evaluation including benefit-cost analyses, return on investment assessments, and broader economic impact studies. It also involves facilitating public engagement, building consensus, and resolving conflicts to ensure stakeholder alignment in transportation infrastructure development. Key deliverables include the bi-annual Seaport Strategic Mission Plan, the Texas Port Report, and the Port Capital Program, which together guide long-term investment and operational strategy for the state’s maritime infrastructure. The work is managed by the Maritime Division of the Texas Department of Transportation, with Kori Rodriguez listed as the primary point of contact for procurement inquiries, and the opportunity was posted on September 1, 2026, under a forecast listing with no specified set-aside or NAICS code.