Environmental Process and Procedures Manual Development Services

The South Dakota Department of Transportation in Pierre, South Dakota is seeking a vendor to develop an environmental process and procedures manual. The agency requires this manual to streamline and modernize its environmental program, specifically focusing on National Environmental Policy Act assignment tasks and Federal Highway Administration coordination. The selected vendor will assist the agency in documenting processes for environmental reviews, public engagement, and tribal coordination. Eligible bidders must perform all work offsite and must be located within the United States. To be considered, bidders must submit a Letter of Interest containing a cover letter, a three-to-five-page project understanding summary, key staff qualifications, and a three-to-five-page summary of relevant experience. This experience should highlight previous National Environmental Policy Act assignment work, environmental program development, Federal Highway Administration coordination, and public or tribal engagement. The agency evaluates proposals based on the bidder's demonstrated understanding of the project, staff qualifications, relevant experience, and schedule capacity. The project timeline is projected to span twelve to eighteen months, while the initial contract period will be for one year. Bidders must submit all questions regarding this opportunity no later than July 7, 2026.