The Montana Department of Transportation does not currently maintain a specific long range plan for consultant utilization. As projects are nominated, internal staff analyzes the capability for MDT to complete the work internally, at which time the decision is made to design with internal MDT staff or to utilize a consultant firm.
Be sure to check out the Current RFQs and RFPs page to see current project/term contract solicitations.
The table below contains known projects/term contracts coming up that the MDT is planning to utilize external consultant services for at this time.
| Project / Term Contract | General Scope of Services | Anticipated Method of Consultant Solicitation | Projected Date Of Solicitation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 - 2029 Bridge Maintenance Engineering Term Contract | Scope of services to include on call professional structural engineering services to support the Bridge Maintenance Section in administering the statewide bridge maintenance program and addressing structural and safety needs for bridges and other transportation structures. The consultant will help review inspection and load rating information, develop and recommend maintenance and repair strategies, assist with emergency and special assessments, and provide technical input on standards, procedures, and program documentation consistent with federal and state requirements and MDT practices. | Open Solicitation | May / June 2026 |
| 2026 - 2029 Traffic Design Term Contract | General design services to support traffic design services. Including but not limited to traffic control devices, geometrics, and safety design. | Open Solicitation | May / June 2026 |