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 4517 - Research to Update Airport Land Use Planning Handbook Phase 2
- Task 4570 - Identify Quantified Safety and Traffic Calming Benefits of Trees
- Task 4593 - Advanced Air Mobility in California: Current Status, State of Need
- Task 4596 - Revenue Generation - Rural Transit
- Task 4600 - Pathways to Powering Caltrans with Zero-Carbon Renewable Energy
| Event | Date |
| Available to Prospective Respondents | May 8, 2025 |
| Written Question Submittal Deadline | May 15, 2025 |
| Responses to Questions | May 22, 2025 |
| Final Date for Proposal Submission | June 12, 2025 |
| Proposal Selection | June 26, 2025 |
| Respondents Notified | July 3, 2025 |
Thank you for your interest in becoming a research partner with the California Department of Transportation
Diane Huynh
Caltrans Division of Research, Innovation and System Information
Email: diane.huynh@dot.ca.gov