Montana Department of Transportation

Buyer seeks a consultant to conduct a wildlife crossing study on I-90 between Missoula and Garrison. The study aims to evaluate strategies for reducing wildlife-vehicle collisions and providing safe wildlife passage. The project involves identifying wildlife movement corridors, determining feasibility of wildlife crossings, and developing a strategic plan. The study will span two to three years and cover a 68-mile segment of the interstate.

• 8/15/2024 - RFP Release Date
• 9/10/2024 - Proposal Due Date
• 9/27/2024 - Proposal Review
• 10/2/2024 - Consultant Selection Board Meeting
• 10/23/2024 - Scoping Meeting

• Evaluate wildlife crossing accommodation strategies
• Identify important terrestrial wildlife movement corridors
• Determine need, type, and feasibility of wildlife crossings
• Develop strategic plan for wildlife-vehicle collision reduction
• Analyze 68-mile segment of I-90 between Missoula and Garrison
• Conduct two-to-three-year study on wildlife movement
• Propose safe passage solutions for wildlife
• Assess impact on motorist safety
• Create project schedule and deliverables
• Prepare final report and recommendations