Request for Qualifications

E Grande Boulevard, Old Omen Road, Toll 49 Route Study

Overview

The objective of this RFQ is to select a qualified firm or team to perform planning, analyses, and conceptual engineering to recommend optimal vertical and horizontal routes for the extension of East Grande Boulevard and Old Omen Road in relation to the proposed Toll 49 segment 6 alternatives. This study will support the planning efforts currently underway.

The consultant will work with representatives of the City of Tyler, Smith County, Northeast Texas Regional Mobility Authority (NET RMA), and TxDOT to create a holistic vision for how these street extensions can coexist. The plan will have the government officials agree on the general routes for the proposed streets, where the right-of-way would cross, and how any vertical separation could be configured.

The recommendations are intended to support NET RMA’s efforts to refine alternatives for public review. The next round of public meetings for Toll 49 Segment 6 is anticipated to be held in mid-2026.

View the Request for Qualifications(PDF, 419KB) for project details and the full scope of work.

Respondent Questions and Answers

Question: Will the Tyler Area MPO accept the federal Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) designation, as certified by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), to satisfy the RFQ’s encouragement of Women Business Enterprise (WBE) participation for this project?

Answer: Yes.