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Franklin, York, Dauphin and Lancaster Counties
Project Reference No. 08430AG2487 The Department will retain an engineering firm to provide construction management support/inspection services and supplementary construction inspection staff of approximately forty-seven (47) inspectors, under the Department's Inspector(s)-in-Charge for construction inspection and documentation services on the following projects:
1. S. R. 0300, Section 005, Dauphin County Local Name: PA-283 This project involves reconstruction and bridge rehabilitation with acceleration and deceleration lanes from PA 341 to the Lancaster County line. It is anticipated that the services will be required from September 2000 to November 2001 in the following classifications, 1-TCM-1, 2-TCIS, 2-TCI, 2-TA.
2. S. R. 0081, Section 001, Franklin County Local Name: Interstate 81 This project involves construction of new Exit 7 interchange. It is anticipated that the services will be required from January 2001 to December 2001 in the following classification, 1-TCM-1*, 1-TCIS, 3-TCI, 1-TA. (*one (1) TCM-1 will be utilized to mange this project as well as S. R. 0997, Section 009 and S. R. 0030, Section 016).
3. S. R. 0030, Section A01, York County Local Name: U. S. 30, York Bypass This project involves reconstruction, widen to 74 feet from PA 116 to PA 462. It is anticipated that the services will be required from June 2000 to November 2001 in the following classifications, 1-TCM-1, 1-TCIS, 4-TCI, 2-TA.
4. S. R. 0081, Section 015, Franklin County Local Name: Interstate 81 This project involves reconstruction and bridge rehabilitation with acceleration and deceleration lanes from north of Scotland to the Cumberland County line. It is anticipated that the services will be required from July 2000 to August 2001 in the following classifications, 1-TCM-1, 2-TCIS, 1-TCI-M, 5-TCI, 2-TA.
5. S. R. 0997, Section 009, Franklin County Local Name: PA 997, Bridge Interchange This project involves bridge rehabilitation and widen for left turn lane. It is anticipated that the services will be required from October 2001 to November 2002 in the following classifications, 1-TCM-1*, 1-TCIS, 1-TCI-M, 1-TCI, 1-TA. (*See S. R. 0081, Section 001)
6. S. R. 0072, Section 006, Lancaster County Local Name: PA 72, City of Lancaster This project involves bridge replacement, Fruitville Pike Bridge over Amtrack railroad. It is anticipated that the services will be required from July 200 to October 2001 in the following classifications, 1-TCM-1, 2-TCI, 1-TA.
7. S. R. 0030, Section 016, Franklin County Local Name: U. S. 30 This project involves reconstruction, widen to 60 feet, provide 5 lanes from Walker Avenue to old U. S. 30. It is anticipated that the services will be required from August 2001 to September 2003 in the following classifications, 1-TCM-1,* 1-TCIS, 1-TCI-M, 3-TCI, 2-TA. (*See S. R. 0081, Section 001)
The Construction Management Support/Inspection Services Team (CMSI) will be required to provide the following services:
* Implement a project control system to document, monitor, evaluate and resolve field construction problems.
* Develop, monitor and maintain a master CPM schedule.
* Monitor and maintain the contractors' CPM schedule.
* Prepare and distribute construction summary reports.
* Establish and maintain a system of document control.
* Conduct regular progress meetings.
* Attend scheduled pre-bid and pre-construction meetings.
* Review cost estimates.
* Draft and prepare correspondence for PennDOT signature.
* Evaluate change orders and provide claim avoidance evaluations.
* Coordinate and participate in community relations.
* Establish and coordinate necessary interaction among the project's designers, contractors, traveling public, communities, public and private agencies, utility companies, local government and PennDOT.
* Take pre-construction and progressional project photographs and videos.
* Monitor environmental issues.
* Provide structural and roadway services.
* Coordinate and resolve all traffic issues in conjunction with PennDOT personnel.
* Implement a reporting system to record and comment on field work and schedule of the CMSI team.
* Provide specialized services in the following areas:
A. Archaeological monitoring during construction.
B. Concrete and steel evaluation and testing.
C. Public information and graphs.
D. Paint/Coatings testing and evaluation.
E. Soils engineering, sampling and testing.
F. Hazardous materials monitoring and testing.
* Assist in development, data input and approval process of work orders.
* Complete auditing of project records in accordance with Department regulations.
* Provide development and maintenance of Web Page(s) for each project to display information, including graphs.
* Provide sufficient personnel to provide construction inspection responsibilities under the Department's Inspector-In-Charge. The construction inspection responsibilities may be performed by the consultant's in-house personnel, joint venture or the use of subconsultant(s).
Resumes will be required for the following personnel:
* Project Manager (1)
* Assistant Project Manager (1)
* Construction Engineers (3)
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 for the following individuals with emphasis on experience in all phases of construction management support services (number of individuals):
* Project Manger P.E. required (1)
* Assistant Project Manger (1)
* Construction Engineers (3)
* Overall experience
* Length of time in the performance of CM support service responsibilities
* Signed commitment of availability for project assignment
* Length of service with the consulting firm
* Educational background
b. Review of inspectors' resumes with emphasis on construction inspection capabilities and specialized experience in the Maintenance and Protection of Traffic, soils, structures, concrete, asphalt paving, drainage, construction documentation procedures, and ''CDS'' operations and structure inspection.
c. Number of NECEPT certified inspectors, with the exception of TCM-1 and TA personnel, as indicated below:
First Year of Contract 50% Second Year of Contract 75% Third Year of Contract 100% d. Number of available inspectors in each payroll classification.
e. Understanding of Department's requirements, policies, and specifications.
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 Manager 1 (TCM-1)
(NICET Highway Construction Level 4 or equivalent)4 (4) Transportation Construction Ins. Super. (TCIS)
(NICET Highway Construction Level 3 or equivalent)9 (9) Transportation Construction Inspector--Materials (TCI-Materials)
(NICET Highway Materials Level 2 or equivalent)3 (3) Transportation Construction Inspector (TCI)
(NICET Highway Construction Level 2 or equivalent)20 (16) Technical Assistant (TA)
(NICET Highway Construction Level 1 or equivalent)11 (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 2000:
Maximum Straight Time Reimbursement Per Hour Payroll Classification Of Inspection (TCM-1) $47.65 (TCIS) $41.75 (TCI-Materials) $37.65 (TCI) $36.53 (TA) $25.12 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 pre-construction conferences with the Department and the construction contractors for these projects. 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 contractors; assist the Department in obtaining compliance with the labor standards, safety and accident prevention, and equal opportunity provisions of the contract item; proficiency with Department documentation 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:
6 Nuclear Densometer Gauges/License at point of need 2 Paint Test Kits 20 Cellular Phones 8 Camera (1 digital and 7 Std. 35mm) 20 Pagers 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).
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 5 TCIS 11 TCI-M 4 TCI 24 No resumes are required for the TA Classification.
This project reference assignment is considered 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. Barry G. Hoffman, P.E., District Engineer
Engineering District 8-0
2140 Herr Street
Harrisburg, PA 17103-1699
Attention: Construction UnitThe 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. Richard K. Waddell, District 8-0, at (717) 787-5054.
Northampton County
Project Reference No. 08430AG2488 The Department will retain an engineering firm to provide supplementary construction inspection staff of approximately six (6) inspectors, under the Department's Inspector(s)-in-Charge for construction inspection and documentation services on S. R. 0412, Section 01B, Northampton County, Fourth and Daly Avenue Bridge.
This project is located in the City of Bethlehem at the Daly Avenue Bridge, and involves the removal of two (2) existing steel truss structures, and construction of a single span composite prestressed concrete spread box beam bridge having a length of 48.98 linear feet, or alternative design, over Philadelphia Bethlehem and New England railroad tracks, and construction of a single span composite prestressed concrete I-beam bridge having a length of 86 linear feet, or alternative design, over Norfolk Southern railroad tracks; also mechanically stabilized wingwalls, or alternative design; construction of approximately 2,550 linear feet of bituminous concrete base course with a bituminous binder course, ID-2, RPS, and bituminous wearing course, ID-2, RPS, SRL-H, variable 34 feet to 67 feet in width; also demolition, miscellaneous drainage improvements, guide rail upgrading, curb and sidewalk, erosion control, traffic signals and signing, impact attenuators, utility relocations, and pavement marking within a length of 3,556.61 linear feet (0.674 mile). The estimated construction cost is $7.525 million.
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 acceptable 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 acceptable 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, asphalt paving, and drainage. The TCM1's listed must have extensive steel and concrete bridge inspection experience. The TCI-M must be NICET Level II Highway Materials Certified and Nuclear Gauge Certified. The CDS operator will be full-time TCI who is PennDOT CDS certified.
b. Understanding of Department's requirements, policies, and specifications.
c. Past Performance.
d. Ability to provide CDS operator.
e. Number of NICET certified inspectors in each payroll classification.
f. Number of available inspectors in each payroll classification.
g. Ability to provide CPM scheduling.
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 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)1 (1) Transportation Construction Inspector--Materials (TCI-Materials)
(NICET Highway Materials Level 2 or equivalent)1 (1) Transportation Construction Inspector (TCI)
(NICET Highway Construction Level 2 or equivalent)2 (1) 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 2000:
Maximum Straight Time Reimbursement Per Hour Payroll Classification Of Inspection (TCM-1) $47.65 (TCIS) $41.75 (TCI-Materials) $37.61 (TCI) $36.53 (TA) $25.12 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. 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 Densometer Gauge/License (At point of need, when required) 1 Paint Test Kit 1 Base Radio Station 7 Two-Way Radios 1 Two-Way Radio Repeater Station 1 Camera (35mm) 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).
Letters of interest for this project reference number 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 Technical Assistant(s) do not need to be identified in the Letter of Interest.
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 2 TCI-M 2 TCI 3 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. Walter E. Bortree, P.E., District Engineer
Engineering District 5-0
2460 Parkwood Drive
Allentown, PA 18103
Attention: Mr. 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 the tenth (10th) day following the date of this Notice.
Any technical questions concerning the requirements for this project should be directed to: Mr. Brian H. Graver, District 5-0, at (610) 791-6022 or Mr. Kevin E. Milnes, P.E., District 5-0, at (610) 791-6042.
Berks County
Project Reference No. 08430AG2489 The Department will retain an engineering firm for a multi-phase, specific project agreement, to conduct environmental studies, prepare preliminary engineering plans, perform final design and provide services during construction (shop drawing reviews and consultation during construction) for the proposed improvement of the interchange between S. R. 0183 and S. R. 0222 (formerly S. R. 3055) located in Bern Township, Berks County. This agreement will be administered by Engineering District 5-0. The estimated construction cost is $3.5 million.
S. R. 0183 in the project area is a two (2) lane, urban, minor arterial highway that extends north and south through north-central Berks County. It currently intersects with S. R. 0222 at a separated grade interchange. S. R. 0222 in the project area is a four (4) lane, divided, urban principal arterial highway that extends northeast and southwest through Berks County. It was formerly known as S. R. 3055. The project limits will extend 500 meters northwest and southeast from the interchange along S. R. 0183 and 1000 meters northeast and southwest from the interchange along S. R. 0222.
The selected engineering firm will be required to provide a variety of engineering services as indicated below, but not limited to:
a. All studies necessary for the preparation of a Categorical Exclusion Evaluation Level 4 and associated documents including: cultural resource surveys; wetlands delineation and evaluation; Section 106 documents; hazardous waste reports; archaeological surveys, etc.
b. Preliminary engineering including, but not limited to: field surveying; hydraulic and hydrologic analysis type, size, and location drawings; Step 9 submission; roadway design; E & S plans; soils and geotechnical reconnaissance; maintenance and protection of traffic; right-of-way investigation; and coordination with utility companies.
c. Preparation of final roadway and structure plans, including, but not limited to: roadway and structure borings; final design; and preparation of plans, specifications, and estimates.
d. Consultation during construction.
All engineering services for this project will be performed in accordance with current Department Metric Design Standards.
The following factors, listed in order of importance, will be considered by the Department during evaluation of the firms submitting acceptable Letters of Interest:
a. Specialized expertise and technical competence.
b. Project team composition.
c. Project team experience.
d. Ability to expedite this project and maintain schedule and budget.
e. Past performance.
f. Location of consultant with respect to the project site and to the District Office.
The District will announce the firms that have been shortlisted at an open public meeting to be held in Engineering District 5-0, 1713 Lehigh Street, Allentown, PA 18103. All candidates that have submitted an acceptable Letter of Interest will be notified of the date. Specify a contact person in the letter of interest.
The goal for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation in this Agreement shall be fifteen (15%) percent 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 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. Walter E. Bortree, P.E., District Engineer
Engineering District 5-0
1713 Lehigh Street
Allentown, PA 18103
Attention: Mr. 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 the tenth (10th) day following the date of this Notice.
Any technical questions concerning the requirements for this project should be directed to: Mr. James R. McGee, P.E., District 5-0, at (610) 791-4158.
Blair County
Project Reference No. 08430AG2490 The Department will retain an engineering firm to provide supplementary construction inspection staff of approximately eight (8) inspectors, under the Department's Inspector(s)-in-Charge for construction inspection and documentation services on S. R. 1001, Section 012, Blair County. This project consists of widening approximately two (2) miles of bituminous roadway from two (2) to five (5) lanes on S. R. 1001, Section 012, in Blair County. The project also consists of the construction of curb gutter, signalization upgrades, the widening of one (1) structure, and major amounts of drainage work.
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 asphalt paving, drainage, earthwork, structures, CPM schedule usage, and Construction Documentation System (CDS).
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 inputting data into personal computer, and one (1) licensed nuclear operator (TCI-M 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 three (3) individuals submitted as part of your inspection staff must have a NECEPT 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 2 (TCM-2) (NICET Highway Construction Level 4 or equivalent) 1 (1) Transportation Construction Ins. Super. (TCIS) (NICET Highway Construction Level 3 or equivalent) 1 (1) Transportation Construction Inspector--Materials (TCI-Materials) (NICET Highway Materials Level 2 or equivalent) 1 (1) Transportation Construction Inspector (TCI) (NICET Highway Construction Level 2 or equivalent) 4 (2) 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 2000:
Maximum Straight Time Reimbursement Per Hour Payroll Classification Of Inspection (TCM-2) $54.35 (TCIS) $41.75 (TCI-Materials) $37.61 (TCI) $36.53 (TA) $25.12 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. Two (2) 35mm cameras
b. Eight (8) pagers
c. Safety Vests--High Visibility for Inspectors
d. Two (2) cellular phones
e. One (1) Nuclear Densometer Gauge/License and a means to transport this gauge on demand.
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).
Letters of interest for this project must include a letter, signed by the individuals you propose for all TCM-2, 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-2 1 TCIS 2 TCI-M 2 TCI 6 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. Earl L. Neiderhiser, P.E., District Engineer
Engineering District 9-0
1620 North Juniata Street
Hollidaysburg, PA 16648The 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. Philip J. Rampulla, District 9-0, at (814) 696-7135.
Blair County
Project Reference No. 08430AG2491 The Department will retain an engineering firm to provide supplementary construction inspection staff of approximately seven (7) inspectors, under the Department's Inspector(s)-in-Charge for construction inspection and documentation services on S. R. 4013, Section 001, Blair County. This project consists of widening a 6,000-foot section of S. R. 4013, Section 001, from the intersection of Chestnut Avenue and Fourth Street, in Altoona, to the intersection of Chestnut Avenue and Fifth Street, in the Juniata section of Altoona, Blair County. Improvements will include widening from two (2) lanes to three (3) or four (4) lanes, adding turning lanes, adding traffic signals, and improving vertical grades.
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 asphalt paving, drainage, earthwork, structures, CPM schedule usage, and Construction Documentation System (CDS).
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 inputting data into personal computer, and one (1) licensed nuclear operator (TCI-M 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 three (3) individuals submitted as part of your inspection staff must have a NECEPT 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 2 (TCM-2)
(NICET Highway Construction Level 4 or equivalent)1 (1) Transportation Construction Ins. Super. (TCIS)
(NICET Highway Construction Level 3 or equivalent)1 (1) Transportation Construction Inspector--Materials (TCI-Materials)
(NICET Highway Materials Level 2 or equivalent)1 (1) Transportation Construction Inspector (TCI)
(NICET Highway Construction Level 2 or equivalent)3 (2) 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 2000:
Maximum Straight Time Reimbursement Per Hour Payroll Classification Of Inspection (TCM-2) $54.35 (TCIS) $41.75 (TCI-Materials) $37.61 (TCI) $36.53 (TA) $25.12 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. Two (2) 35mm cameras
b. Eight (8) pagers
c. Safety Vests--High Visibility for Inspectors
d. Two (2) cellular phones
e. One (1) Nuclear Densometer Gauge/License and a means to transport this gauge on demand.
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).
Letters of interest for this project must include a letter, signed by the individuals you propose for all TCM-2, 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-2 1 TCIS 1 TCI-M 2 TCI 6 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. Earl L. Neiderhiser, P.E., District Engineer
Engineering District 9-0
1620 North Juniata Street
Hollidaysburg, PA 16648The 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. Philip J. Rampulla, District 9-0, at (814) 696-7135.
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