NOTICES
Retention of Engineering Firms
[30 Pa.B. 2850]
Dauphin County
Project Reference No. 08430AG2562 The Department will retain an engineering firm to provide supplementary construction inspection staff of approximately sixteen (16) inspectors, under the Department's Inspector(s)-in-Charge for construction inspection and documentation services on S. R. 0081-005, Dauphin County.
This project involves the reconstruction of the 0.4-mile section of I-81 from the Susquehanna River to the I-83 interchange in Susquehanna Township. Construction consists of reinforced concrete and bituminous and ''super pave'' pavements for mainline and ramp extensions. Ten (10) structures will be rehabilitated with deck replacements. There will be improvements to the existing drainage system and guide rail will be updated. The project also includes the placement of overhead signing as well as the installation of an electronic intelligent transportation system (ITS). Note: Night shift and six (6) day workweeks are expected with a possibility of dual work shifts during peak project phase milestones.
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 final ranking will be established directly from the letters of interest. Technical proposals will not be requested prior to the establishment of the final ranking.
The following factors, listed in the 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 and specialized experience in the maintenance and protection of traffic, soils, structures, concrete placement, rigid and bituminous concrete paving and drainage.
B. Number of NICET certified inspectors in each payroll classification.
C. Number of NECEPT certified inspectors, with the exception of the TCM-1 and TA personnel in each payroll classification. To receive the highest rating, 50% of the inspectors shown in the letter of interest must be certified and a training plan to achieve 75% and 100% certification by January of 2002 and 2003 respectively must be presented.
D. Understanding of Department's requirements, policies and specifications.
E. Number of available inspectors in each payroll 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.
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 (1) Manager 1 (TCM-1) 1 (1) (NICET Highway Construction Level 4 or equivalent) Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor (TCIS) 4 (4) (NICET Highway Construction Level 3 or equivalent) Transportation Construction Inspector--
Materials (TCI-M)1 (1) (NICET Highway Materials Level 2 or equivalent) Transportation Construction Inspector (TCI) 6 (4) (NICET Highway Construction Level 2 or equivalent) Technical Assistant (TA) 4 (0) (NICET Highway Construction Level 1 or equivalent) 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 Technology (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 experience specified for the Inspection Classification.
The maximum reimbursement per hour of inspection for each Department Payroll Classification for calendar year 2000:
Maximum Straight Time Reimbursement Per Hour Payroll Classification Of Inspection TCM-1 $47.65 TCIS $41.75 TCI-M $37.65 TCI $36.53 TA $25.12 The maximum reimbursement per hour of inspection includes all cost 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 labor standards, safety and accident prevention, and equal opportunity provisions of the contract items; personnel should be proficient with the Department's construction documentation policies and procedures as well as ''CDS'' operations and perform other duties as may be required. Firms applying must have qualified personnel capable of climbing structures during painting, rehabilitation or construction.
The firm selected will be required to supply the following equipment at no direct cost to the Department:
1 Nuclear Density Gauge/License at point of need when needed 2 Paint Test Kits 12 Cellular Telephones (For Engineer's employees only) 2 Cameras (1 Digital and 1 Standard 35mm) The goal for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation in this agreement shall be fifteen percent (15%) of the total Agreement cost. Additional information concerning DBE participation in this Agreement is contained in the General Requirements and Information Section after the advertised project.
Letters of interest for this project must include a letter, signed by the individuals you propose for all TCM-1 and or 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 5 TCI-M 2 TCI 8 TA 0 This project reference assignment is considered to be of a non-complex nature. The letter of interest shall be limited to a maximum of three (3) pages, 81/2" 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. Barry G. Hoffman, P.E., District Engineer
Engineering District 8-0
2140 Herr Street
Harrisburg, PA 17103-1699
Attention: Mr. Richard K. WaddellThe 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 (20) day following the date of this notice.
Any technical questions concerning the requirements for this project should be directed to: Richard K. Waddell, District 8-0, Construction Unit at (717) 787-5054, fax (717) 772-0397.
Warren County
Project Reference No. 08430AG2563 The Department will retain an engineering firm to provide preliminary engineering, environmental studies, final design, and consultation during construction under a Multi-Phase Agreement on the following project:
1. S. R. 3005, Section B00, Warren County. Local Name: Hickory Street Bridge. This project involves the preparation of an Environmental Assessment and Preliminary Engineering, Final Design, and Consultation During Construction on S. R. 3005 (Hickory Street) over the Allegheny River in the City of Warren, Warren County.
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) Past record of performance with respect to cost control, work quality, ability to meet schedules, and previous experience. The specific experience of individuals employed by the firm shall be considered.
b) Available staffing for this assignment and the ability to meet the Department's needs.
c) Specialized experience and technical competence of firm.
d) Location of Consultant with respect to the District Office.
e) Availability of listed staff and current workload.
The firm selected may be required to do the following engineering and design services: all studies necessary for the development of an Environmental Document (EA) including Section 4(f) evaluation; alternative analysis; bridge condition survey report; public, local officials, and agency coordination; media coordination; web site development and maintenance; field surveys; wetland investigation; utility coordination; right-of-way impact assessment and a right-of-way plan; geotechnical investigations; traffic studies; safety review; value engineering; E & S plans; H & H report; TS & L submission; completion of a Design Field View submission; foundation report; structure design and plan; roadway design; construction plans; provide schedules using an approved management software; preparation of the plans, specifications, and estimate package; and consultation during construction.
The goal for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation in this Agreement shall be fifteen percent (15%) 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).
This project reference assignment is considered moderately complex. The letter of interest shall be limited to a maximum of five (5) 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. John L. Baker, P.E., District Engineer
Engineering District 1-0
255 Elm Street
Oil City, PA 16301
Attn: Mr. Michael L. McMullen, P.E.The 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 Jeanette Uhl, phone number (814) 678-7084; fax number (814) 678-7036.
Mercer County
Project Reference No. 08430AG2564 The Department will retain an engineering firm to perform preliminary engineering, environmental studies, final design, and consultation during construction for S. R. 60 (Broadway Avenue) from S. R. 3015 to the S. R. 62 overpass under a Multi-Phase Agreement for the following project:
1. S. R. 0060, Section A02, Mercer County. Local Name: Broadway Avenue. Formerly known as S. R. 718, Section A00 Project (S. R. 718 has changed to S. R. 0060 in this location).
This project involves the preparation of an Environmental Assessment (EA), Preliminary Engineering, Final Design, and Consultation During Construction for Broadway Avenue (S. R. 0060-A02) from Church Street (S. R. 3015) to the Shenango Valley Highway Overpass (S. R. 0062).
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. Proven ability to meet project schedules and control costs.
b. Experience and competence of project manager and key personnel.
c. Innovations and flexibility in thinking, particularly with respect to the needs of the local community.
d. Past performance record on similar projects.
e. Past performance record of listed sub-consultants.
f. Availability of listed staff.
g. Current workload.
The firm selected may be required to do the following engineering and design services: All studies necessary for the development of an Environmental Document (EA); public and agency coordination; development and maintenance of a web site; media coordination; field surveys; wetland investigations; right-of-way impact assessment; utility coordination; traffic studies; safety review; value engineering; Preliminary Design Field View submission (Step 9); PUC coordination; final roadway design; construction plans (including possibly landscaping); provide schedules using an approved management software program; preparation of the plans, specifications, and estimate package; and consultation during construction.
The goal for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation in this Agreement shall be fifteen percent (15%) 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).
This project reference assignment is considered moderately complex. The letter of interest shall be limited to a maximum of five (5) 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. John L. Baker, P.E., District Engineer
Engineering District 1-0
255 Elm Street
Oil City, PA 16301
Attn: Mr. Michael L. McMullen, P.E.The 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 Jeanette Uhl, phone number (814) 678-7084, fax number (814) 678-7036.
Bedford, Blair, Cambria, Fulton,
Huntingdon and Somerset Counties
Project Reference No. 08430AG2531 The Department previously advertised this Project Reference Number on April 22, 2000 to solicit Letters of Interest for the Department to retain an engineering firm for an Open-End Contract for engineering services to designate and locate utilities on various projects located in Engineering District 9-0, that is Bedford, Blair, Cambria, Fulton, Huntingdon and Somerset Counties. This Contract will be for a sixty (60) month period with projects assigned on an as-needed basis. The maximum amount of this Open-End Contract will be $500 thousand.
For additional information concerning this Project Reference Number please refer to the April 22, 2000 advertisement. That advertisement established a deadline for submitting a Letter of Interest as May 3, 2000. This notification extends that deadline to June 13, 2000 as indicated below.
If you have already submitted a Letter of Interest for this Project Reference Number no additional action is required.
If you desire to submit/resubmit a Letter of Interest the submission shall be sent to:
Mr. Earl L. Neiderhiser, P.E., District Engineer
Engineering District 9-0
1620 N. Juniata Street
Hollidaysburg, PA 16648
Attn: David L. Sherman, P.E.The 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 June 13, 2000.
Any technical questions concerning the requirements for this project should be directed to David L. Sherman, P.E., phone number (814) 696-7172, fax number (814) 696-7173.
Statewide
Project Reference No. 08430AG2547 The Department previously advertised this Project Reference Number on May 6, 2000 to solicit Letters of Interest for the Department to retain four (4) photogrammetric mapping firms for Open-End Contracts for photogrammetric services. Each Contract will be for a sixty (60) month period with projects assigned on an as-needed basis. The maximum amount of each of the Open-End Contracts will be $2.0 million.
For additional information concerning this Project Reference Number please refer to the May 6, 2000 advertisement. That advertisement established a deadline for submitting a Letter of Interest as May 26, 2000. This notification extends that deadline to June 13, 2000 as indicated below.
If you have already submitted a Letter of Interest for this Project Reference Number no additional action is required.
If you desire to submit/resubmit a Letter of Interest the submission shall be sent to:
Mr. Dean A. Schreiber, P.E., Director
Bureau of Design
7th Floor, Forum Place
555 Walnut Street
Harrisburg, PA 17101-1900
Attn: L. Bradley Foltz, P.L.S.The 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 June 13, 2000.
Any technical questions concerning the requirements for this project should be directed to L. Bradley Foltz, phone number (717) 948-3830 ext. 3002, fax number (717) 948-3826.
Berks County
Project Reference No. 08430AG2555 The Department previously advertised this Project Reference Number on May 20, 2000 to solicit Letters of Interest for the Department to retain an engineering firm for a multi-phase, specific project Agreement to provide preliminary design, completion of environmental documentation, final design, and services during construction on S. R. 3061, Section TLP, Berks County, Tulpehocken Creek Bridge Replacement.
For additional information concerning this Project Reference Number please refer to the May 20, 2000 advertisement. That advertisement established a deadline for submitting a Letter of Interest. This notification extends that deadline to June 13, 2000 as indicated below.
If you have already submitted a Letter of Interest for this Project Reference Number no additional action is required.
If you desire to submit/resubmit a Letter of Interest the submission shall be sent to:
Mr. Walter E. Bortree, District Engineer
Engineering District 5-0
1713 Lehigh Street
Allentown, PA 18103
Attn: James R. McGee, P.E.The 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 June 13, 2000.
Any technical questions concerning the requirements for this project should be directed to James R. McGee, P.E., phone number (610) 798-4158, fax number (610) 798-4116 or Stephen L. Caruano, P.E., phone number (610) 798-4226, fax number (610) 798-4116.
Crawford, Erie, Forest, Mercer,
Venango and Warren Counties
Project Reference No. 08430AG2556 The Department previously advertised this Project Reference Number on May 20, 2000 to solicit Letters of Interest for the Department to retain an engineering firm to provide engineering review and supplementary construction inspection staff of eleven (11) inspectors, under the Department's Inspector(s)-in-Charge for construction inspection and documentation services on various Highway Occupancy Permit projects within the geographic confines of Engineering District 1-0.
The Engineering Agreement will be in two (2) parts. The work tasks in Part I will be the review of Highway Occupancy Permit applications and site development plans to ensure compliance with applicable PennDOT and FHWA policies and regulations and current engineering criteria. The work tasks in Part II will be to provide construction inspection of Highway Occupancy Permit projects.
For additional information concerning this Project Reference Number please refer to the May 20, 2000 advertisement. That advertisement established a deadline for submitting a Letter of Interest. This notification extends that deadline to June 13, 2000 as indicated below.
If you have already submitted a Letter of Interest for this Project Reference Number no additional action is required.
If you desire to submit/resubmit a Letter of Interest the submission shall be sent to:
Mr. John L. Baker, P.E., District Engineer
Engineering District 1-0
P. O. Box 398
255 Elm Street
Oil City, PA 16301
Attn: Mr. David G. Stearns, P.E.The 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 June 13, 2000.
Any technical questions concerning the requirements for this project should be directed to Mr. David G. Stearns, P.E., phone number (814) 678-7038, fax number (814) 678-7033.
Schuylkill County
Project Reference No. 08430AG2557 The Department previously advertised this Project Reference Number on May 20, 2000 to solicit Letters of Interest for the Department to retain an engineering firm to provide supplementary construction inspection staff of approximately eight (8) inspectors, under the Department's Inspector-in-Charge, for construction inspection and documentation services on S. R. 0061, Section 13S, Schuylkill County, 61 Dusselfink Safety Improvements.
For additional information concerning this Project Reference Number please refer to the May 20, 2000 advertisement. That advertisement established a deadline for submitting a Letter of Interest. This notification extends that deadline to June 13, 2000 as indicated below.
If you have already submitted a Letter of Interest for this Project Reference Number no additional action is required.
If you desire to submit/resubmit a Letter of Interest the submission shall be sent to:
Mr. Walter E. Bortree, P.E., District Engineer
Engineering District 5-0
2460 Parkwood Drive
Allentown, PA 18103
Attn: Brian H. GraverThe 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 June 13, 2000.
Any technical questions concerning the requirements for this project should be directed to Brian H. Graver, phone number (610) 791-6022, fax number (610) 791-6032.
Berks, Carbon, Lehigh, Monroe,
Northampton and Schuylkill Counties
Project Reference No. 08430AG2558 The Department previously advertised this Project Reference Number on May 20, 2000 to solicit Letters of Interest for the Department to retain an engineering firm for an Open-End Contract for various engineering and/or environmental services on various projects located in Engineering District 5-0, that is, Berks, Carbon, Lehigh, Monroe, Northampton and Schuylkill Counties. The Contract will be for a sixty (60) month period with projects assigned on an as-needed basis. The maximum amount of the Open-End Contract will be $500 thousand.
For additional information concerning this Project Reference Number please refer to the May 20, 2000 advertisement. That advertisement established a deadline for submitting a Letter of Interest. This notification extends that deadline to June 13, 2000 as indicated below.
If you have already submitted a Letter of Interest for this Project Reference Number no additional action is required.
If you desire to submit/resubmit a Letter of Interest the submission shall be sent to:
Mr. Walter E. Bortree, P.E., District Engineer
Engineering District 5-0
1713 Lehigh Street
Allentown, PA 18103
Attn: James R. McGee, P.E.The 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 June 13, 2000. Hand delivered Letters of Interest must be stamped in at the District mailroom before the aforementioned deadline.
Any technical questions concerning the requirements for this project should be directed to James R. McGee, P.E., phone number (610) 798-4158, fax number (610) 798-4116, or Michael M. Pack, phone number (610) 798-4257, fax number (610) 798-4116.
Lehigh County
Project Reference No. 08430AG2559 The Department previously advertised this Project Reference Number on May 20, 2000 to solicit Letters of Interest for the Department to retain an engineering firm for a multi-phase, specific project Agreement, to provide preliminary design, completion of environmental documentation, final design, and services during construction on the following two (2) projects:
1. S. R. 2027, Section 02B, Lehigh County. Local Name: Hosensack Bridge Replacement.
2. S. R. 2031, Section 05B, Lehigh County. Local Name: Spinnerstown Bridge Replacement.
For additional information concerning this Project Reference Number please refer to the May 20, 2000 advertisement. That advertisement established a deadline for submitting a Letter of Interest. This notification extends that deadline to June 13, 2000 as indicated below.
If you have already submitted a Letter of Interest for this Project Reference Number no additional action is required.
If you desire to submit/resubmit a Letter of Interest the submission shall be sent to:
Mr. Walter E. Bortree, P.E., District Engineer
Engineering District 5-0
1713 Lehigh Street
Allentown, PA 18103
Attn: James R. McGee, P.E.The 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 June 13, 2000.
Any technical questions concerning the requirements for this project should be directed to James R. McGee, P.E., phone number (610) 798-4158, fax number (610) 798-4116 or Stephen L. Caruano, P.E., phone number (610) 798-4226, fax number (610) 798-4116.
Lehigh County
Project Reference No. 08430AG2560 The Department previously advertised this Project Reference Number on May 20, 2000 to solicit Letters of Interest for the Department to retain an engineering firm for a multi-phase, specific project Agreement, to provide preliminary design, completion of environmental documentation, final design, and services during construction on the following two (2) projects:
1. S. R. 2045, Section 01B, Lehigh County. Local Name: Center Valley Bridge Replacement.
2. S. R. 2045, Section 02B, Lehigh County. Local Name: Saucon Creek Bridge Replacement.
For additional information concerning this Project Reference Number please refer to the May 20, 2000 advertisement. That advertisement established a deadline for submitting a Letter of Interest. This notification extends that deadline to June 13, 2000 as indicated below.
If you have already submitted a Letter of Interest for this Project Reference Number no additional action is required.
If you desire to submit/resubmit a Letter of Interest the submission shall be sent to:
Mr. Walter E. Bortree, P.E., District Engineer
Engineering District 5-0
1713 Lehigh Street
Allentown, PA 18103
Attn: James R. McGee, P.E.The 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 June 13, 2000.
Any technical questions concerning the requirements for this project should be directed to James R. McGee, P.E., phone number (610) 798-4158, fax number (610) 798-4116 or Stanley J. Poplawski, phone number (610) 798-4157, fax number (610) 798-4116.
Armstrong County
Project Reference No. 08430AG2561 The Department previously advertised this Project Reference Number on May 20, 2000 to solicit Letters of Interest for the Department to retain an engineering firm to provide final design and construction services on S. R. 4023, Section 191, Armstrong County, Tarrtown Road.
For additional information concerning this Project Reference Number please refer to the May 20, 2000 advertisement. That advertisement established a deadline for submitting a Letter of Interest. This notification extends that deadline to June 13, 2000 as indicated below.
If you have already submitted a Letter of Interest for this Project Reference Number no additional action is required.
If you desire to submit/resubmit a Letter of Interest the submission shall be sent to:
Mr. Richard H. Hogg, P.E., District Engineer
Engineering District 10-0
2550 Oakland Avenue
P. O. Box 429
Indiana, PA 15701
Attn: Timothy Jablunovsky, P.E.The 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 June 13, 2000.
Any technical questions concerning the requirements for this project should be directed to Timothy Jablunovsky, P.E., phone number (724) 357-4800, fax number (724) 357-1905.
General Requirements and Information Firms interested in providing the above work and services are invited to submit a Letter of Interest with the required information for each Project Reference Number for which the applicant wishes to be considered.
The Letter of Interest and required information must be submitted to the person designated in the individual advertisement.
The Letter of Interest and required information must be received by the Deadline indicated in the individual advertisement.
All consultants, both prime consultants and subconsultants, who desire to be included in a Letter of Interest must have an Annual Qualification Package on file with the appropriate District Office, by the deadline stipulated in the individual advertisements.
For Statewide projects, all consultants, both prime consultants and subconsultants, who desire to be included in a Letter of Interest must have an Annual Qualification Package on file with the Central Office, Bureau of Design by the deadline stipulated in the individual advertisements.
By submitting a letter of interest for the projects that request engineering services, the consulting firm is certifying that the firm is qualified to perform engineering services in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. A firm not conforming to this requirement may submit a letter of interest as a part of a joint venture with an individual, firm or corporation which is permitted under State law to engage in the practice of engineering.
Information concerning the Annual Qualification Package can be found in Strike-off Letter No. 433-99-04 or under the Notice to all Consultants published in the February 27, 1999 issue of the Pennsylvania Bulletin.
The requirements for Letters of Interest, in addition to the requirements stipulated in the individual advertisement, are as follows:
1. The Letter of Interest must include the project reference number, the firm's legal name, and the firm's federal identification number.
2. Identify the project manager.
3. Identify subconsultants, if any, including DBE/WBE, if required.
4. Identify key project staff.
5. Include full disclosure of any potential conflict of interest by the prime or any subconsultant based on Engineering Involvement Restrictions Guidelines as established in Strike-off Letter No. 433-00-02 published March 27, 2000. If there are no potential conflicts you shall include the following statement: I have reviewed Strike-off Letter No. 433-00-02 and determine that there are no potential conflicts of interest for anyone on this project team.
If a Joint Venture responds to a project advertisement, the Department of Transportation will not accept separate Letters of Interest from the Joint Venture constituents. A firm will not be permitted to submit a Letter of Interest on more than one (1) Joint Venture for the same Project Reference Number. Also a firm that responds to a project as a prime may not be included as a designated subcontractor to another firm that responds as a prime to the project. Multiple responses under any of the foregoing situations will cause the rejection of all responses of the firm or firms involved. The above does not preclude a firm from being set forth as a designated subcontractor to more than one (1) prime responding to the project advertisement.
If a goal for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation is established for an advertised project, firms expressing interest in the project must agree to ensure that Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) firms as defined in the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st century (TEA-21) and currently certified by the Department of Transportation shall have the opportunity to participate in any subcontracting or furnishing supplies or services approved under Form 442, Section 1.10(a). The TEA-21 requires that firms owned and controlled by women (WBEs) be included, as a presumptive group, within the definition of Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE). The goal for DBE participation shall be as stated in the individual project advertisement. Responding firms shall make good faith efforts to meet the DBE goal using DBEs (as they are defined prior to the act, WBEs or combinations thereof).
Proposing DBE firms must be certified at the time of submission of the Letter of Interest. If the selected firm fails to meet the established DBE participation goal, it shall be required to demonstrate its good faith efforts to attain the goal.
Responses are encouraged by small firms, Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) firms, and other firms who have not previously performed work for the Department of Transportation.
The assignment of the agreement/contract for the above advertisement(s) will be made to one of the firms who submitted an acceptable Letter of Interest in response to the project advertisement. The assignment will be made based on the Department's evaluation of the firm's qualification and capabilities. The Department reserves the right to reject all letters submitted, to cancel the solicitations requested under this Notice, and/or to readvertise solicitation for the work and services.
BRADLEY L. MALLORY,
Secretary
[Pa.B. Doc. No. 00-959. Filed for public inspection June 2, 2000, 9:00 a.m.]
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