TMPD20260327 - STARS VI

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is inviting engineering consulting firms to express interest in supporting the development of high benefit-cost ratio solutions through the Sustainable Transportation Asset and Resource Strategy (STARS) initiative. This initiative aids VDOT in maintaining a sustainable project pipeline for inclusion in the Six-Year Improvement Program (SYIP). The contract will be an on-call agreement with a fixed billable rate based on actual costs, capped at a maximum value of $4 million per term. Interested firms must register on BidExpress.com, where solicitation documents and submission instructions are available at no cost. Expressions of Interest must be submitted by 2:00 p.m. on April 17, 2026, exclusively via the Bid Express platform. All inquiries must be made through the Bid Express Q&A section, with responses shared publicly to ensure transparency. Updates, including any addenda, will also be posted on BidExpress under the solicitation. VDOT commits to compliance with Title VI nondiscrimination requirements throughout this procurement process. The contract applies statewide across Virginia, and the point of contact for questions is Dillon Smith, reachable by email or phone.