Call for Submissions

The Division of Research, Innovation & System Information (DRISI) of the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) requests research proposals from public research institutions: public colleges, universities, and government agencies that bring solutions to the Caltrans research problems.  Respondents are encouraged to engage in collaborations with public agency partners, to enhance the research and to facilitate communication of research results. The DRISI Call for Submissions (CFS) is being offered for FY 2024/2025, please see the timeline below.

Private universities or institutions are not eligible participants under this CFS process and direct submittals from these institutions cannot be accepted.  Public institutions using subcontracts with private entities are subject to certain conditions and may not meet the solicitation criteria(s). 

• Questions and Responses -"To be posted May 24, 2024."
• 2024-2025 Research Proposal Guidelines (PDF) 

The research needs for a CFS are based on a direct and comprehensive Initial Scope of Work (ISOW).

• Task 4447 - Using 3rd Party Probe Data for High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) (PDF)
• Task 4461 - Impact of Outdoor Advertising Displays along the State Highway System on Traffic Safety (PDF)
• Task 4476 - California Multimodal Supply Chain Resilience Analysis (PDF)
• Task 4478 - California Short Line Rail Research (PDF)
• Task 4479 - Climate Resilience in the North LOSSAN Corridor (PDF)
• Task 4490 - Weigh Impacts of Heavy-Duty ZEVS (PDF)

Thank you for your interest in becoming a research partner with the California Department of Transportation

Stephanie Davis 
Caltrans Division of Research, Innovation and System Information
Email: stephanie.davis@dot.ca.gov