Heritage Tourist Train Feasibility Study

The Port of Columbia is seeking a qualified consulting firm to assess the market, technical, operational, financial, and economic feasibility of launching a heritage tourist train between Dayton and Waitsburg, with potential extension to Walla Walla, Washington.

Port of Columbia


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Oct 30, 2026 07:00 PM
Oct 01, 2026 12:00 PM
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jennie@portofcolumbia.org
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1 Port Way, Dayton, WA, USA
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The Port of Columbia is requesting proposals from qualified firms to conduct a feasibility study for a heritage tourist train service initially connecting Dayton and Waitsburg, with potential extension to Walla Walla, Washington. The study must evaluate demographic and tourism trends, market demand, technical and operational feasibility, required infrastructure and support services, management structure, financial feasibility, economic impacts, and recommendations for implementation. Deliverables must include a responsive signed proposal, firm and team qualifications, six current references, resumes for proposed team members, methodology and approach, proposed schedule, exceptions or deviations, and fixed-fee pricing for three potential service segments. The selected consultant must also provide detailed five-year capital and operating pro forma budgets with functional formulas, monthly data reflecting seasonal fluctuations, assumptions regarding ridership, equipment, access arrangements, insurance, funding, operating costs, and potential grants. The Port may negotiate a follow-on Phase 2 startup and operating agreement at its discretion.

Classification Codes
NAICS541618Other Management Consulting Services
PSCB513Feasibility Studies (non-construction)
Smart Codes
feasibility studiesrail transportation consultingeconomic impact analysis
Specifications
Service Only
Timeline
Oct 1, 2026-RFP Issued
Oct 19, 2026-Respondent Questions Due
Oct 30, 2026 07:00 PM-Proposal Due Date
Nov 12, 2026-Award Announcement
Requirements
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  • Minimum 6 references
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Tourism Train Feasibility Study RFP October 2026Sep 24, 2026 10:08 PM
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