Requests for Proposals

To subscribe to Research Program updates and Requests for Proposals, please email research@dot.wi.gov.

Current Requests for Proposals (RFPs)

WisDOT accepts RFP bids from any university, college, consulting firm or organization.

Proven Safety Countermeasure Implementation
Safety Project Prioritization
State Transportation Improvement Project Delivery
Best Practices for Piloting Roadway Improvements
Improving Rural Pedestrian Safety
Pilot Expansion of Pedestrian Counting Program

Timeline:

  • February 18, 2026 - Requests for proposals published to WisDOT site
  • March 4, 2026 - Clarifying questions are due by 4:30 p.m. CST
  • March 16, 2026 - Responses to clarifying questions will be posted by 4:30 p.m. CST
  • March 30, 2026 - Proposals are due by 4:30 p.m. CST
  • May 2026 - Award and deny letters will be emailed to submitters

The submission period for the following RFPs closed on February 3rd, 2026:

  • Monitoring Long-Term Changes in Mechanically Stabilized Earth Walls
  • Artificial Intelligence Analyses of Balanced Mix Design Mixtures
  • Performance and Durability Assessment of Portland Limestone Cement Used in Wisconsin
  • Evaluation of Exposed Cast-in-Place Concrete in Corrosive Environments in the State of Wisconsin

RFP and Research Project Resource Guides

To contact Research staff, please email research@dot.wi.gov.