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 2025/2026, 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).
The research needs for a CFS are based on a direct and comprehensive Initial Scope of Work (ISOW).
- Task 4961: Operational and Safety Analysis Tool for Various TSMO Active Traffic Management Strategies
- Task 5019: Evaluation of Orange Pavement Marking for Work Zones
Responses to Questions: N/A
| Event | Date |
| Available to Prospective Respondents | March 27, 2026 |
| Written Question Submittal Deadline | April 10, 2026 |
| Responses to Questions | April 23, 2026 |
| Final Date for Proposal Submission | May 14, 2026 |
| Proposal Selection | May 25, 2026 |
| Respondents Notified | May 29, 2026 |
Thank you for your interest in becoming a research partner with the California Department of Transportation.
Contact Person
Diane Huynh | diane.huynh@dot.ca.gov
Caltrans Division of Research, Innovation and System Information
Mailing Address
1727 30th Street
Sacramento, CA 95816, MS-83