Austin Transit Partnership has released the official solicitation for the multibillion-dollar final design and construction contract that will be awarded early next year in preparation to break ground on Austin Light Rail Phase 1 in 2027.
The partners ATP selects for this contract will help shape and build nearly every aspect of the system including the transitway, tracks, systems, stations, bridges, traffic signals, utilities, drainage structures and streetscape. The agreement is expected to extend through the duration of design, construction and opening for service, planned for 2033.
ATP will build Austin Light Rail using a progressive design-build delivery model that enables the organization to closely collaborate with industry partners through:
- Innovative design solutions that balance technical requirements with Austin’s unique needs.
- A design focused on efficient construction to keep Austin moving while the project is being built.
- Integration of the latest construction costs into design development to ensure the project design aligns with the project budget.
Request For Qualifications (RFQ) Process
- ATP releases RFQ.
- Qualified firms will then be invited to participate in a comprehensive request for proposals process in August 2025 that evaluates team experience, approach and cost.
- ATP will enter contract negotiations with the highest-ranked proposer.
To review and respond to the RFQ, visit the Vendor Portal and register as a vendor.