Federal Register #2026-12440

FHWA Design Challenge for National Memorial to Fallen Highway Workers

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), part of the U.S. Department of Transportation, is seeking proposals for the design, construction, and installation of a National Fallen Highway Workers Memorial. - Government Buyer: - Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), Office of Operations, U.S. Department of Transportation - Scope of Work: - Design, construct, and install a memorial honoring highway workers who lost their lives in work zones - Two tracks: - Track A: Mobile memorial (indoor/outdoor, transportable, up to 6x4x6 feet) - Track B: Permanent indoor memorial at DOT headquarters (up to 4x2x4 feet) - Submission Requirements: - Detailed design descriptions, material identification, sketches/renderings - Qualifications, preliminary schedules, and cost estimates (not to exceed $50,000) - Notable Requirements: - Memorial must be innovative, climate-adaptable, and structurally durable - Must educate the public on work zone safety and integrate with the environment - Emphasis on mobility (for Track A), lighting, and longevity - Eligibility: - Open to U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and U.S.-incorporated entities - Federal entities and employees acting within their employment are excluded - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; the focus is on creative design and fabrication proposals

Description

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) invites detailed proposals for the design, construction, and installation of a National Fallen Highway Workers Memorial. The memorial will honor American workers who have lost their lives in highway work zones and serve as a national symbol of commitment to work zone safety. Proposals should demonstrate a compelling design vision and a feasible approach to implementation, including innovative design concepts and practical strategies. The challenge includes two design tracks: a mobile memorial and a permanent indoor memorial at the Department of Transportation in Washington, D.C. Submissions must be received by October 20, 2026.

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