NOTICES
Retention of Engineering Firms
[29 Pa.B. 3966]
Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery and
Philadelphia Counties
Project Reference No. 08430AG2372The Department will retain an engineering firm to provide supplementary construction inspection staff of approximately one (1) inspector, under the Department's Inspector(s)-in-Charge for construction inspection and documentation services on various S.R.'s for the inspection and documentation of Roadside Development Contracts. Contract will be for a period of sixty (60) months.
The Department will establish an order of ranking of a minimum of three (3) firms for the purpose of negotiating an Engineering Agreement based on the Department's evaluation of the acceptable letters of interest received in response to this solicitation. The ranking will be established directly from the letters of interest. Technical proposals will not be requested prior to the establishment of the ranking.
The following factors, listed in order of importance, will be considered by the Department during the evaluation of the firms submitting letters of interest:
a. Review of resumes with emphasis on ability to perform the basic needs of the contract which are understanding and interpreting of current design criteria and do inspections of roadside development work done by contractors for brushing, herbicide applications, landscaping, mowing, revitalization, and tree and stump removal.
b. Understanding of Department's requirements, policies and specifications.
c. Past Performance.
d. Number of NICET certified inspectors in each payroll classification.
e. Availability of listed staff.
The qualifications and experience required of the firm's inspectors will be established by the Department, and the qualifications of the firm's proposed employees will be reviewed and approved by the Department.
It is anticipated that the supplementary construction inspection staff for this assignment will consist of the following number of inspectors who meet the requirements for the following inspection classifications:
No. of Classification Inspectors Transportation Construction Ins. Super.
(TCIS)
(NICET Highway Construction Level 3 or equivalent)1 (1) The number(s) in parenthesis above indicate the number of inspectors in each Classification that must meet at least one of the following requirements:
1. Be certified by the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) in the field of Transportation Engineering Technology, subfield of Highway Construction, or subfield of Highway Materials, at the Level required for the Inspection Classification.
2. Be registered as a Professional Engineer by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania with the required highway experience specified for the Inspection Classification.
3. Be certified as an Engineer-in-Training by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania with the required highway experience specified for the Inspection Classification.
4. Hold a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering or a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering Technology with the required highway experience specified for the Inspection Classification.
5. Hold an Associate Degree in Civil Engineering Technology with the required highway experience specified for the Inspection Classification.
The maximum reimbursement per hour of inspection for each Department Payroll Classification for calendar year of 1999:
Payroll Classification Maximum Straight Time Reimbursement Per Hour Of Inspection (TCIS) $40.54 The maximum reimbursement per hour of inspection includes all costs for providing construction inspection services at the project site during the normal work week.
Maximum reimbursement per hour of inspection for subsequent calendar years, if applicable, will be established at the scope of work meeting.
The firm selected may be required to attend a pre-construction conference with the Department and the construction contractor for this project. Under the supervision and direction of the Department, the selected firm will be required to keep records and document the construction work; prepare current and final estimates for payment to the construction contractor; assist the Department in obtaining compliance with the labor standards, safety and accident prevention, and equal opportunity provisions of the contract item. The firm selected will be required to provide one (1) Transportation Construction Inspection Supervisor who has the ability to inspect brushing, herbicide application, landscaping, mowing operations, revitalization, and tree and stump removal. This inspector must have the ability to identify dead and dying trees and do roadside restoration inspection and help with preparation of contract specifications and documents and obtain compliance with Work Zone Traffic Control specifications. Also, this person will help supervise the Roadside Development inspectors in each County office. The inspector supervisor may be required to perform other duties as may be required.
The firm selected will be required to supply the following equipment at no direct cost to the Department:
1 Transportable Cellular Phone
1 Telephone PagerLetters of interest for this project must include a letter, signed by the individual you propose for the TCIS position, giving his or her approval to use his or her name in your letter of interest for this specific project.
The maximum number of resumes to be included in the letter of interest shall be as follows:
Classification No. of Resumes TCIS 2 This project reference assignment is considered non-complex. The letter of interest shall be limited to a maximum of three (3) pages, 8 1/2" x 11", one sided, plus an organizational chart (up to 11" x 17" size), and additional resumes, if applicable. (See the General Requirements and Information Section).
The Letter of Interest submission shall be sent to:
Mr. Andrew L. Warren, District Administrator
Engineering District 6-0
200 Radnor-Chester Road
St. Davids, PA 19087-5178The Letter of Interest submission for this project reference number must be received at the address listed above by 4:30 p.m. prevailing time on the twentieth (20th) day following the date of this Notice.
Any technical questions concerning the requirements for this project should be directed to: Mr. Charles Stone, P.E. District 6-0, at (619) 964-6520.
Delaware and Philadelphia County
Project Reference No. 08430AG2373The Department will retain an engineering firm to provide supplementary construction inspection staff of approximately twenty (20) inspectors, under the Department's Inspector(s)-in-Charge for construction inspection and documentation services on S. R. 0095, Section FDN, Delaware and Philadelphia Counties. This project was shown in the planned project advertisement as S. R. 0095, Section FUN, Delaware and Philadelphia Counties, Construction Inspection. This project will construct foundations for five (5) bridges. The work will include the installation of piles and the construction of footings for piers and abutments. The project will also include limited storm pipe construction and the relocation of an existing expressway on-ramp.
The Department will establish an order of ranking of a minimum of three (3) firms for the purpose of negotiating an Engineering Agreement based on the Department's evaluation of the acceptable letters of interest received in response to this solicitation. The ranking will be established directly from the letters of interest. Technical proposals will not be requested prior to the establishment of the ranking.
The following factors, listed in order of importance, will be considered by the Department during the evaluation of the firms submitting letters of interest:
a. Review of inspectors' resumes with emphasis on construction inspection capabilities. Department and District experience and supervisory experience.
b. Specialized experience in structures, drainage, earthwork, pile driving and Maintenance and Protection of Traffic.
c. Number of NICET and NECEPT certified inspectors in each payroll classification.
d. Understanding of Department's requirements, policies, and specifications.
e. Ability to provide one (1) ''CDS'' operator or person capable of inputing data into a personal computer (TCIS Classification).
f. Past performance.
The qualifications and experience required of the firm's inspectors will be established by the Department, and the qualifications of the firm's proposed employees will be reviewed and approved by the Department.
A minimum of two (2) individuals submitted as part of your inspection staff must have a NECEOP Bituminous Field Technician Certification.
It is anticipated that the supplementary construction inspection staff for this assignment will consist of the following number of inspectors who meet the requirements for the following inspection classifications:
No. of Classification Inspectors Transportation Construction Manager 1
(TCM-1)
(NICET Highway Construction Level 4 or equivalent)1 (1) Transportation Construction Ins. Super.
(TCIS)
(NICET Highway Construction Level 3 or equivalent)3 (2) Transportation Construction Inspector
(TCI)
(NICET Highway Construction Level 2 or equivalent)12 (7) Technical Assistant (TA)
(NICET Highway Construction Level 1 or equivalent)4 (0) The number(s) in parenthesis above indicate the number of inspectors in each Classification that must meet at least one of the following requirements:
1. Be certified by the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) in the field of Transportation Engineering Technology, subfield of Highway Construction, or subfield of Highway Materials, at the Level required for the Inspection Classification.
2. Be registered as a Professional Engineer by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania with the required highway experience specified for the Inspection Classification.
3. Be certified as an Engineer-in-Training by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania with the required highway experience specified for the Inspection Classification.
4. Hold a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering or a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering Technology with the required highway experience specified for the Inspection Classification.
5. Hold an Associate Degree in Civil Engineering Technology with the required highway experience specified for the Inspection Classification.
The maximum reimbursement per hour of inspection for each Department Payroll Classification for calendar year of 1999:
Payroll Classification Maximum Straight Time Reimbursement Per Hour Of Inspection (TCM-1) $46.27 (TCIS) $40.54 (TCI) $35.47 (TA) $24.39 The maximum reimbursement per hour of inspection includes all costs for providing construction inspection services at the project site during the normal work week.
Maximum reimbursement per hour of inspection for subsequent calendar years, if applicable, will be established at the scope of work meeting.
The firm selected may be required to attend a pre-construction conference with the Department and the construction contractor for this project. Under the supervision and direction of the Department, the selected firm will be required to keep records and document the construction work; prepare current and final estimates for payment to the construction contractor; assist the Department in obtaining compliance with the labor standards, safety and accident prevention, and equal opportunity provisions of the contract item; and perform other duties as may be required.
The firm selected will be required to supply the following equipment at no direct cost to the Department:
a. One (1) 35MM camera (one per project).
b. One (1) scanner.
c. Safety vests-high visibility for inspectors.
d. Four (4) cellular phones with radio capability.
The goal for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation in this Agreement shall be ten percent (10%) of the total contract price. Additional information concerning DBE participation in this Agreement is contained in the General Requirements and Information Section after the advertised project(s).
Letters of interest for this project must include a letter, signed by the individuals you propose for all TCM-1 and TCIS positions, giving their approval to use their name in your letter of interest for this specific project.
The maximum number of resumes to be included in the letter of interest shall be as follows:
Classification No. of Resumes TCM-1 2 TCIS 4 TCI 11 No resumes are required for the TA Classification.
This project reference assignment is considered non-complex. The letter of interest shall be limited to a maximum of three (3) pages, 8 1/2" x 11", one sided, plus an organizational chart (up to 11" x 17" size), and additional resumes, if applicable. (See the General Requirements and Information Section).
The Letter of Interest submission shall be sent to:
Mr. Andrew Warren, District Administrator
Engineering District 6-0
200 Radnor-Chester Road
St. Davids, PA 19087The Letter of Interest submission for this project reference number must be received at the address listed above by 4:30 p.m. prevailing time on the sixth (6th) day following the date of this Notice.
Any technical questions concerning the requirements for this project should be directed to: Mr. George Dunheimer, District 6-0, at (610) 964-6554.
Bucks County
Project Reference No. 08430AG2374The Department will retain an engineering firm to provide supplementary construction inspection staff of approximately four (4) inspectors, under the Department's Inspector(s)-in-Charge for construction inspection and documentation services in Bucks County on various S. R.'s for the inspection and documentation of Highway Occupancy Permit Projects, Guide Rail Repair, and Roadside Development Contracts and other general maintenance contracts. Contract will be for a period of sixty (60) months.
The Department will establish an order of ranking of a minimum of three (3) firms for the purpose of negotiating an Engineering Agreement based on the Department's evaluation of the acceptable letters of interest received in response to this solicitation. The ranking will be established directly from the letters of interest. Technical proposals will not be requested prior to the establishment of the ranking.
The following factors, listed in order of importance, will be considered by the Department during the evaluation of the firms submitting letters of interest:
a. Review of resumes with emphasis on ability to perform the basic needs of the contract which are understanding and interpreting of current design criteria and the inspection of guide rail, concrete median barriers and impact attenuator installation; assisting construction permit applicants and inspection of drainage, curb, roadway widening and utility installations on state highways; and the inspection of roadside development work done by contractors for brushing, herbicide applications, landscaping, mowing, revitalization, and tree and stump removal.
b. Understanding of Department's requirements, policies and specifications.
c. Past performance.
d. Number of NICET certified inspectors in each payroll classification.
e. Availability of listed staff.
The qualifications and experience required of the firm's inspectors will be established by the Department, and the qualifications of the firm's proposed employees will be reviewed and approved by the Department.
It is anticipated that the supplementary construction inspection staff for this assignment will consist of the following number of inspectors who meet the requirements for the following inspection classifications:
No. of Classification Inspectors Transportation Construction Inspector (TCI)
(NICET Highway Construction Level 2 or equivalent)4 (3) The number(s) in parenthesis above indicate the number of inspectors in each Classification that must meet at least one of the following requirements:
1. Be certified by the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) in the field of Transportation Engineering Technology, subfield of Highway Construction, or subfield of Highway Materials, at the Level required for the Inspection Classification.
2. Be registered as a Professional Engineer by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania with the required highway experience specified for the Inspection Classification.
3. Be certified as an Engineer-in-Training by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania with the required highway experience specified for the Inspection Classification.
4. Hold a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering or a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering Technology with the required highway experience specified for the Inspection Classification.
5. Hold an Associate Degree in Civil Engineering Technology with the required highway experience specified for the Inspection Classification.
The maximum reimbursement per hour of inspection for each Department Payroll Classification for calendar year of 1999:
Payroll Classification Maximum Straight Time Reimbursement Per Hour Of Inspection (TCI) $35.47 The maximum reimbursement per hour of inspection includes all costs for providing construction inspection services at the project site during the normal work week.
Maximum reimbursement per hour of inspection for subsequent calendar years, if applicable, will be established at the scope of work meeting.
The firm selected may be required to attend a pre-construction conference with the Department and the construction contractor for this project. Under the supervision and direction of the Department, the selected firm will be required to keep records and document the construction work; prepare current and final estimates for payment to the construction contractor; assist the Department in obtaining compliance with the labor standards, safety and accident prevention, and equal opportunity provisions of the contract item. The firm selected will be required to provide two (2) Transportation Construction Inspectors for permit work who have the ability to perform the following: To conduct on-site inspection including all necessary information for evaluation, which includes but is not limited to sight distance, existing drainage, road condition, shoulder condition, grade of roadway and any additional condition which may require further study by the County Permit Engineer, Traffic Engineer, or Utility Engineer; assist applicant--private citizen, Township or Municipal authority and utility company by interpreting Pennsylvania Department of Transportation regulations on the driveway access, utility openings and method of restoration; attend municipal and utility preconstruction meetings to insure compliance with the Department of Transportation Regulations and coordination of inspection; enforce compliance with the Department of Transportation Publication 203--Work Zone Traffic Control; inspect work being conducted by the permittee as well as insure restoration of occupancy area within our right-of-way; coordinate inspection efforts with the County Permit Inspector of the Maintenance Department in the County to insure permittee's compliance with regulations; maintain a diary of permits which require intensive study and follow up on violation; have sufficient physical stamina to work under adverse weather conditions and hazardous terrain and stress; appear as a witness if required by the Assistant District Attorney's office; perform the above duties and any other related work assignment that requires the same knowledge that a permit inspector has as directed or assigned by the County Maintenance Manager.
One (1) Transportation Construction Inspector must have the ability to inspect brushing, herbicide application, landscaping, mowing operations, revitalization, and tree and stump removal. This inspector must have the ability to identify dead and dying trees and do roadside restoration inspection and help with preparation of contract specifications and documents and obtain compliance with Work Zone Traffic Control specifications. One (1) Transportation Construction Inspector must be familiar with PennDOT guide rail construction specifications, and be able to prepare estimates and work orders, and obtain compliance with Work Zone Traffic Control specifications. All inspectors may be required to perform other duties as required.
The firm selected will be required to supply the following equipment at no direct cost to the Department:
2 Transportable Cellular Phones
4 Telephone Pagers
1 Polaroid Spectra II Camera
3 5-Power Abney Levels with StadiaThe maximum number of resumes to be included in the letter of interest shall be as follows:
Classification No. of Resumes TCI 5 This project reference assignment is considered non-complex. The letter of interest shall be limited to a maximum of three (3) pages, 8 1/2" x 11", one sided, plus an organizational chart (up to 11" x 17" size), and additional resumes, if applicable. (See the General Requirements and Information Section).
The Letter of Interest submission shall be sent to:
Mr. Andrew L. Warren, District Administrator
Engineering District 6-0
200 Radnor-Chester Road
St. Davids, PA 19087-5178The Letter of Interest submission for this project reference number must be received at the address listed above by 4:30 p.m. prevailing time on the twentieth (20th) day following the date of this Notice.
Any technical questions concerning the requirements for this project should be directed to: Mr. Charles Stone, P.E., District 6-0, at (610) 964-6520.
Chester County
Project Reference No. 08430AG2375The Department will retain an engineering firm to provide supplementary construction inspection staff of approximately five (5) inspectors, under the Department's Inspector(s)-in-Charge for construction inspection and documentation services in Chester County on various S. R.'s for the inspection and documentation of Highway Occupancy Permit Projects, Guide Rail Repair, and Roadside Development Contracts and other general maintenance contracts. Contract will be for a period of sixty (60) months.
The Department will establish an order of ranking of a minimum of three (3) firms for the purpose of negotiating an Engineering Agreement based on the Department's evaluation of the acceptable letters of interest received in response to this solicitation. The ranking will be established directly from the letters of interest. Technical proposals will not be requested prior to the establishment of the ranking.
The following factors, listed in order of importance, will be considered by the Department during the evaluation of the firms submitting letters of interest:
a. Review of resumes with emphasis on ability to perform the basic needs of the contract which are understanding and interpreting of current design criteria and the inspection of guide rail, concrete median barriers and impact attenuator installation; assisting construction permit applicants and inspection of drainage, curb, roadway widening and utility installations on state highways; and the inspection of roadside development work done by contractors for brushing, herbicide applications, landscaping, mowing, revitalization, and tree and stump removal.
b. Understanding of Department's requirements, policies and specifications.
c. Past performance.
d. Number of NICET certified inspectors in each payroll classification.
e. Availability of listed staff.
The qualifications and experience required of the firm's inspectors will be established by the Department, and the qualifications of the firm's proposed employees will be reviewed and approved by the Department.
It is anticipated that the supplementary construction inspection staff for this assignment will consist of the following number of inspectors who meet the requirements for the following inspection classifications:
No. of Classification Inspectors Transportation Construction Inspector (TCI)
(NICET Highway Construction Level 2 or equivalent)4 (3) Technical Assistant (TA)
(NICET Highway Construction Level 1 or equivalent)1 (0) The number(s) in parenthesis above indicate the number of inspectors in each Classification that must meet at least one of the following requirements:
1. Be certified by the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) in the field of Transportation Engineering Technology, subfield of Highway Construction, or subfield of Highway Materials, at the Level required for the Inspection Classification.
2. Be registered as a Professional Engineer by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania with the required highway experience specified for the Inspection Classification.
3. Be certified as an Engineer-in-Training by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania with the required highway experience specified for the Inspection Classification.
4. Hold a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering or a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering Technology with the required highway experience specified for the Inspection Classification.
5. Hold an Associate Degree in Civil Engineering Technology with the required highway experience specified for the Inspection Classification.
The maximum reimbursement per hour of inspection for each Department Payroll Classification for calendar year of 1999:
Payroll Classification Maximum Straight Time Reimbursement Per Hour Of Inspection (TCI) $35.47 (TA) $24.39 The maximum reimbursement per hour of inspection includes all costs for providing construction inspection services at the project site during the normal work week.
Maximum reimbursement per hour of inspection for subsequent calendar years, if applicable, will be established at the scope of work meeting.
The firm selected may be required to attend a pre-construction conference with the Department and the construction contractor for this project. Under the supervision and direction of the Department, the selected firm will be required to keep records and document the construction work; prepare current and final estimates for payment to the construction contractor; assist the Department in obtaining compliance with the labor standards, safety and accident prevention, and equal opportunity provisions of the contract item. The firm selected will be required to provide two (2) Transportation Construction Inspectors for permit work who have the ability to perform the following: To conduct on-site inspection including all necessary information for evaluation, which includes but is not limited to sight distance, existing drainage, road condition, shoulder condition, grade of roadway and any additional condition which may require further study by the County Permit Engineer, Traffic Engineer, or Utility Engineer; assist applicant--private citizen, Township or Municipal authority and utility company by interpreting Pennsylvania Department of Transportation regulations on the driveway access, utility openings and method of restoration; attend municipal and utility preconstruction meetings to insure compliance with the Department of Transportation Regulations and coordination of inspection; enforce compliance with the Department of Transportation Publication 203--Work Zone Traffic Control; inspect work being conducted by the permittee as well as insure restoration of occupancy area within our right-of-way; coordinate inspection efforts with the County Permit Inspector of the Maintenance Department in the County to insure permittee's compliance with regulations; maintain a diary of permits which require intensive study and follow up on violation; have sufficient physical stamina to work under adverse weather conditions and hazardous terrain and stress; appear as a witness if required by the Assistant District Attorney's office; perform the above duties and any other related work assignment that requires the same knowledge that a permit inspector has as directed or assigned by the County Maintenance Manager.
One (1) Transportation Construction Inspector must have the ability to inspect brushing, herbicide application, landscaping, mowing operations, revitalization, and tree and stump removal. This inspector must have the ability to identify dead and dying trees and do roadside restoration inspection and help with preparation of contract specifications and documents and obtain compliance with Work Zone Traffic Control specifications. One (1) Transportation Construction Inspector must be familiar with PennDOT guide rail construction specifications, and be able to prepare estimates and work orders, and obtain compliance with Work Zone Traffic Control specifications. All inspectors may be required to perform other duties as required.
TA's may have to perform some work at the District 6-0 office.
The firm selected will be required to supply the following equipment at no direct cost to the Department:
1 Transportable Cellular Phone
3 Telephone Pagers
1 Polaroid Spectra II Camera
2 5-Power Abney Levels with StadiaThe maximum number of resumes to be included in the letter of interest shall be as follows:
Classification No. of Resumes TCI 5 No resumes are required for the TA Classification
This project reference assignment is considered non-complex. The letter of interest shall be limited to a maximum of three (3) pages, 8 1/2" x 11", one sided, plus an organizational chart (up to 11" x 17" size), and additional resumes, if applicable. (See the General Requirements and Information Section).
The Letter of Interest submission shall be sent to:
Mr. Andrew L. Warren, District Administrator
Engineering District 6-0
200 Radnor-Chester Road
St. Davids, PA 19087-5178The Letter of Interest submission for this project reference number must be received at the address listed above by 4:30 p.m. prevailing time on the twentieth (20th) day following the date of this Notice.
Any technical questions concerning the requirements for this project should be directed to: Mr. Charles Stone, P.E., District 6-0, at (610) 964-6520.
Philadelphia County
Project Reference No. 08430AG2376The Department will retain an engineering firm to provide supplementary construction inspection staff of approximately five (5) inspectors, under the Department's Inspector(s)-in-Charge for construction inspection and documentation services in Philadelphia County on various S. R.'s for the inspection and documentation of Highway Occupancy Permit Projects, Guide Rail Repair, and Roadside Development Contracts and other general maintenance contracts. The Contract will be for a period of sixty (60) months.
The Department will establish an order of ranking of a minimum of three (3) firms for the purpose of negotiating an Engineering Agreement based on the Department's evaluation of the acceptable letters of interest received in response to this solicitation. The ranking will be established directly from the letters of interest. Technical proposals will not be requested prior to the establishment of the ranking.
The following factors, listed in order of importance, will be considered by the Department during the evaluation of the firms submitting letters of interest:
a. Review of resumes with emphasis on ability to perform the basic needs of the contract which are understanding and interpreting of current design criteria and the inspection of guide rail, concrete median barriers and impact attenuator installation; assisting construction permit applicants and inspection of drainage, curb, roadway widening and utility installations on state highways; and the inspection of roadside development work done by contractors for brushing, herbicide applications, landscaping, mowing, revitalization, and tree and stump removal.
b. Understanding of Department's requirements, policies and specifications.
c. Past performance.
d. Number of NICET certified inspectors in each payroll classification.
e. Availability of listed staff.
The qualifications and experience required of the firm's inspectors will be established by the Department, and the qualifications of the firm's proposed employees will be reviewed and approved by the Department.
It is anticipated that the supplementary construction inspection staff for this assignment will consist of the following number of inspectors who meet the requirements for the following inspection classifications:
No. of Classification Inspectors Transportation Construction Inspector (TCI)
(NICET Highway Construction Level 2 or equivalent)3 (2) Technical Assistant (TA)
(NICET Highway Construction Level 1 or equivalent)2 (0) The number(s) in parenthesis above indicate the number of inspectors in each Classification that must meet at least one of the following requirements:
1. Be certified by the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) in the field of Transportation Engineering Technology, subfield of Highway Construction, or subfield of Highway Materials, at the Level required for the Inspection Classification.
2. Be registered as a Professional Engineer by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania with the required highway experience specified for the Inspection Classification.
3. Be certified as an Engineer-in-Training by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania with the required highway experience specified for the Inspection Classification.
4. Hold a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering or a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering Technology with the required highway experience specified for the Inspection Classification.
5. Hold an Associate Degree in Civil Engineering Technology with the required highway experience specified for the Inspection Classification.
The maximum reimbursement per hour of inspection for each Department Payroll Classification for calendar year of 1999:
Payroll Classification Maximum Straight Time Reimbursement Per Hour Of Inspection (TCI) $35.47 (TA) $24.39 The maximum reimbursement per hour of inspection includes all costs for providing construction inspection services at the project site during the normal work week.
Maximum reimbursement per hour of inspection for subsequent calendar years, if applicable, will be established at the scope of work meeting.
The firm selected may be required to attend a pre-construction conference with the Department and the construction contractor for this project. Under the supervision and direction of the Department, the selected firm will be required to keep records and document the construction work; prepare current and final estimates for payment to the construction contractor; assist the Department in obtaining compliance with the labor standards, safety and accident prevention, and equal opportunity provisions of the contract item. The firm selected will be required to provide two (2) Transportation Construction Inspectors for permit work who have the ability to perform the following: To conduct on-site inspection including all necessary information for evaluation, which includes but is not limited to sight distance, existing drainage, road condition, shoulder condition, grade of roadway and any additional condition which may require further study by the County Permit Engineer, Traffic Engineer, or Utility Engineer; assist applicant--private citizen, Township or Municipal authority and utility company by interpreting Pennsylvania Department of Transportation regulations on the driveway access, utility openings and method of restoration; attend municipal and utility preconstruction meetings to insure compliance with the Department of Transportation Regulations and coordination of inspection; enforce compliance with the Department of Transportation Publication 203--Work Zone Traffic Control; inspect work being conducted by the permittee as well as insure restoration of occupancy area within our right-of-way; coordinate inspection efforts with the County Permit Inspector of the Maintenance Department in the County to insure permittee's compliance with regulations; maintain a diary of permits which require intensive study and follow up on violation; have sufficient physical stamina to work under adverse weather conditions and hazardous terrain and stress; appear as a witness if required by the Assistant District Attorney's office; perform the above duties and any other related work assignment that requires the same knowledge that a permit inspector has as directed or assigned by the County Maintenance Manager.
One (1) Transportation Construction Inspector must have the ability to inspect brushing, herbicide application, landscaping, mowing operations, revitalization, and tree and stump removal. This inspector must have the ability to identify dead and dying trees and do roadside restoration inspection and help with preparation of contract specifications and documents and obtain compliance with Work Zone Traffic Control specifications. One (1) Transportation Construction Inspector must be familiar with PennDOT guide rail construction specifications, and be able to prepare estimates and work orders, and obtain compliance with Work Zone Traffic Control specifications. All inspectors may be required to perform other duties as required.
Two (2) Technical Assistants for inspection of graffiti removal contract and trash removal contracts and other general maintenance contracts. The need for these people may only be for part of the work year. All inspectors may be required to perform other duties as required.
TA's may have to perform some work at the District 6-0 office.
The firm selected will be required to supply the following equipment at no direct cost to the Department:
1 Transportable Cellular Phone
3 Telephone Pagers
1 Polaroid Spectra II CameraThe maximum number of resumes to be included in the letter of interest shall be as follows:
Classification No. of Resumes TCI 4 No resumes are required for the TA Classification
This project reference assignment is considered non-complex. The letter of interest shall be limited to a maximum of three (3) pages, 8 1/2" x 11", one sided, plus an organizational chart (up to 11" x 17" size), and additional resumes, if applicable. (See the General Requirements and Information Section).
The Letter of Interest submission shall be sent to:
Mr. Andrew L. Warren, District Administrator
Engineering District 6-0
200 Radnor-Chester Road
St. Davids, PA 19087-5178The Letter of Interest submission for this project reference number must be received at the address listed above by 4:30 p.m. prevailing time on the twentieth (20th) day following the date of this Notice.
Any technical questions concerning the requirements for this project should be directed to: Mr. Charles Stone, P.E., District 6-0, at (610) 964-6520.
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