NOTICES
Retention of Engineering Firms
[28 Pa.B. 3118]
Bucks County
Project Reference No. 08430AG2208The Department of Transportation will retain an engineering firm to perform environmental studies, preliminary engineering, final design, and construction consultation for S.R. 2025, Section 001, Bristol Road in Bensalem Township, Bucks County. This project involves roadway widening to accommodate a center left turn lane, new signalized and interconnected intersections, and drainage improvements. The limit of work is from Segment 0020 Offset 1586 to Segment 0070 Offset 0859. The estimated project construction cost is $2.25 million.
The selected firm will be required to provide the following engineering and design services: surveys; roadway design; pavement design; preparation of cross sections; soils and geological investigations; erosion andsedimentation control design; right-of-way investigation and plan; structure design; environmental documentation; hydrologic and hydraulic analysis; preparation of traffic control, pavement marking, and signing plans; utility coordination and design; coordination with PennDEP, municipal officials, and the public; preparation of final plans, specifications, and estimates; shop drawing review; and consultation during construction.
Firms that are currently serving, or are being considered for selection, as the municipal engineer in the municipalities listed in the project description will not be considered for this assignment. Also, firms that are under contract, or are being considered, to provide engineering services to a land developer for a site located along the project will likewise not be considered for this assignment. Firms should state in the letter of interest that they are not serving in either capacity as a municipal engineer or as a representative of a site developer. Any questions concerning this requirement should be directed to Mr. Timothy R. O'Brien, P.E., at the telephone number listed below.
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).
We encourage small firms to submit a letter of interest for this assignment.
Letters of interest will be evaluated at the Engineering District 6-0 office with emphasis on the following factors:
a. Specialized experience and technical competence of the firm including the firm's experience with similar type projects and their ability to provide innovative solutions to complex technical problems.
b. Experience of employees to be associated with this project. Particularly important are the key people assigned to the project including their experience and past record of performance with similar projects.
c. Overall current workload of the firm.
d. Past performance record.
The District will announce the firms that have been shortlisted at an open public meeting scheduled for August 7, 1998 at 10:00 A.M. at Engineering District 6-0's Large Conference Room.
The District's copy of the Letter of Interest and required forms (see general requirements and information section) shall be sent to: Mr. Andrew Warren, District Administrator, District 6-0, 200 Radnor-Chester Road, St. Davids, PA 19087.
Any technical questions concerning the requirements for this project should be directed to: Mr. Timothy R. O'Brien, P.E., District 6-0, at (610) 964-6526, or Mr. Lawrence J. Link, P.E., District 6-0, at (610) 964-6536.
Any questions concerning the submittal of the letter of interest can be directed to the Consultant Agreement Division at (717) 783-9309.
Centre County
Project Reference No. 08430AG2209The Department of Transportation will retain an engineering firm to provide preliminary engineering and the preparation of an environmental assessment for S.R. 0080, Section B18 (Bellefonte Interchange) in the Marion, Spring, and Boggs Townships of Centre County.
The preliminary engineering will consist of field surveys and the development and analysis of a maximum of three (3) interchange limited schemes in addition to the No Build Alternative. Each will be developed taking into consideration general environmental impacts. Roadways to be included in the development and evaluation of each alternative will be Interstate 80, Proposed Interstate 99, S.R. 0026, S.R. 1005, S.R. 1008, and Musser Lane (T-425). Movements between Interstate 80 and Proposed Interstate 99 shall be high-speed movements.
The project's Environmental Scope of Work will include all cultural resources work required for the Determination of Eligibility Report and an MOA, if required; Phase II Archaeological investigations and report if required; Impact Analysis for various alignments; underground storage tank investigations to determine the presence or extent of contamination prior to acquisition; Aquatic Resources; Wetland Jurisdictional Determination and Report Preparation; Farm Lands Report; Hazardous and/or Residual Waste Investigations; Section 4(f) if required; Threatened and/or Endangered Species Habitat; Groundwater Recharge; Air Quality Analysis; Noise Studies; Point of Access Study; Necessary Permits; and Public Meetings and Hearings.
The preliminary engineering and environmental studies will be used to aid in the evaluation of a maximum of three (3) alternatives in addition to the No Build Alternative and will provide the basis for the determination of the preferred alternative and the preparation of an Environmental Assessment/Section 4(f) Evaluation. Public Meetings, Section 4(f) document if required and the appropriate NEPA documentation for an Environmental Assessment will be prepared. The Department will provide base mapping, preliminary historic structures survey/ determination of eligibility report, environmental inventory, Phase I Archaeological, wetland identification, initial site assessment report.
The letters of interest, at a minimum, will indicate the following; How the selected firm will accomplish the tasks outlined or provide the services as detailed; and the names and resumes of individuals and firms intended to be utilized to fulfil the services. The Department will establish an order of ranking of a minimum of three firms. The following factors, listed in order of importance, will be considered by the Consultant Selection Committee during the evaluation of the firms submitting letters of interest:
a. Ability to package and present the letter of interest in accordance with the ''General Requirements and Information'' section.
b. Specialized experience and technical competence of firm in environmental studies.
c. Specialized experience and technical competence of firm for preliminary design projects.
d. Specialized experience and technical competence of firm in the design of high speed interchanges.
e. Specialized experience, previous experience, technical competence of individuals who constitute the firm.
f. The understanding of this assignment.
g. Current workload and capacity of firm to perform work.
h. Past record of performance with respect to cost control, work quality, and ability to meet schedules.
The shortlisting for this project will be done at the District. All firms submitting letters of interest will be notified by the District of the shortlisting date.
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).
The District's copy of the Letter of Interest and required forms (see general requirements and information section) shall be sent to: Mr. George M. Khoury, P.E., District Engineer, District 2-0, 1924-30 Daisy Street, P. O. Box 342, Clearfield, PA 16830.
Any technical questions concerning the requirements for this project should be directed to: Mr. Vasco A. Ordonez, P.E., District 2-0, at (814) 765-0439.
Any questions concerning the submittal of the letter of interest can be directed to the Consultant Agreement Division at (717) 783-9309.
Statewide
Project Reference No. 08430AG2210The Department of Transportation will retain two (2) engineering firms for two (2) separate Open-End Contracts to perform underwater bridge safety inspections throughout the Commonwealth. These Contracts will be for a period of sixty (60) months from the date of execution with projects assigned on an as needed basis. The maximum amount of these Open-End Contracts will be $1.0 million each.
The selected firms will be required to provide all necessary professional and non-professional services, work, material, and equipment necessary to: perform underwater bridge inspections; collect, analyze, and organize data; assess impacts; provide remediation recommendations; and prepare engineering reports. Mostly hard hat diving is anticipated.
The engineering reports and other written and graphic materials to be prepared may include, but are not limited to the assessment of the following: structural components, substructure foundation condition, rock and subsurface conditions, turbulence, aggradation and degradation of the channel bed of banks, past repairs, debris, historical records and recommended remediation work. The inspections must meet applicable State and Federal regulations relating to diving.
Firms responding to this solicitation shall provide the following additional information in their Letter of Interest:
a. Indicate the lead person or sub-consultant on each of the expert service elements and indicate the qualifications and experience of the lead person or sub-consultant specifically related to each expert service area.
b. Indicate how the firm will provide ''on demand'' response for urgent problems.
c. Indicate internal procedures for cost containment and quality assurances.
The Department will establish an order of ranking of a minimum of five (5) firms for the purpose of negotiating 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. Specialized technical expertise and experience of the individuals committed to this project.
b. Capabilities of the proposed team to address the underwater inspection, diving, engineering evaluations and recommendations, and related aspects identified in the advertisement.
c. Prior technical successes and timeliness in performing work with the Department.
d. Available staffing and ''on demand'' response capabilities in the event of emergencies.
e. Location, current workload, cost containment and quality assurance program.
The engineering services studies identified above are the general work activities that can be expected under these contracts.
The District's copy of the Letter of Interest and required forms (see general requirements and information section) shall be sent to: Mr. R. Scott Christie, Chief Bridge Engineer, 7th Floor Forum Place, 555 Walnut Street, Harrisburg, PA 17101-1900.
Any technical questions concerning the requirements for this project should be directed to: Mr. Suresh Dadhania, P.E., at (717) 787-3590.
Any questions concerning the submittal of the letter of interest can be directed to the Consultant Agreement Division at (717) 783-9309.
Centre County
Project Reference No. 08430AG2211The Department of Transportation will retain an engineering firm to provide supplementary construction inspection staff of approximately seventeen (17) inspectors, under the Department's Inspector-in-Charge, for construction inspection and documentation services for S.R. 0026, Section C03, Centre County, Route 26 Relocation, the construction of a four lane limited access highway on new alignment approximately 4.1 miles in length with thirteen (13) bridges.
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. Ability to package and present the letter of interest in accordance with the ''General Requirements and Information'' section.
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, and drainage.
c. Past Performance.
d. Understanding of Department's requirements, policies, and specifications.
e. Number of available inspectors in each payroll classification.
f. Number of NICET certified inspectors in each payroll classification.
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) 2 (2) (NICET Highway Construction Level 4 or equivalent) Transportation Construction Ins. Super. (TCIS) 2 (2) (NICET Highway Construction Level 3 or equivalent) Transportation Construction Inspector-- 1 (1) Materials (TCI-Materials) (NICET Highway Materials Level 2 or equivalent) Transportation Construction Inspector (TCI) 10 (6) * (NICET Highway Construction Level 2 or equivalent) Technical Assistant (TA) 2 (0) (NICET Highway Construction Level 1 or equivalent) * One TCI must be CDS certified, and another one must be bituminous field certified. 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 1998:
Payroll Classification
Maximum Straight Time
Reimbursement Per Hour
Of Inspection(TCM-1) $44.93 (TCIS) $39.36 (TCI-Materials) $35.51 (TCI) $34.43 (TA) $23.67 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 needed)5 Cellular Phones 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 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 3 TCIS 3 TCI-M 2 TCI 12 No resumes are required for the TA Classification. The second copy of the letter of interest and required forms, (see general requirements and information section shall be sent to: Mr. George M. Khoury, P.E., District Engineer, District 2-0, 1924-30 Daisy Street, P. O. Box 342, Clearfield, PA 16830.
Any technical questions concerning the requirements for this project should be directed to: Mr. Vasco A. Ordonez, P.E., District 2-0, at (814) 765-0439.
Any questions concerning the submittal of the letter of interest can be directed to the Consultant Agreement Division at (717) 783-9309.
Blair and Centre Counties
Project Reference No. 08430AG2212The Department of Transportation will retain an engineering firm to provide an Environmental Monitor for both the final design and construction phase of S.R. 0220 in Blair and Centre Counties. S.R. 0220 is an eighteen (18) mile, 4 lane limited access highway on new location from Bald Eagle in Blair County to the Mount Nittany Expressway in Centre County. Also included is a Natural Resource Compensation Plan which includes the creation/restoration, enhancement, and preservation of wetlands; forest preservation/ enhancement; and a Terrestrial Habitat Management Plan.
The final design activities will consist of the monitoring of the baseline data on wetlands, ground water and streams as developed by the preliminary engineering team using the same frequency and protocol or as required by EP and the Section 401 Water Quality Certification. Additional ground water, well monitoring with automatic recorders, permanent flumes with automatic monitoring devices, stream cross-sections for gaging, water quality testing sites and sampling may be required.
During the construction phase, the Environmental Monitor will review construction activities to ensure compliance to the ROD, Mitigation Plan, permit requirements and final design consideration; monitor access road and other off site construction areas; delineate environmental features as required; review off site locations for approval (borrow, waste, staging, etc); review shop drawing, work orders, and plan changes for environmental compliance; monitor existing wetlands during and after construction; continue monitoring ground water activities established during final design; monitor newly created wetlands; monitor stream improvements; monitor all commitments of the Natural Resources Compensation Plan; monitor water supplies selected during final design; monitor water quality as required by DEP; continue the use of the Mitigation/Compensation tracking matrix; provide monthly reports to PennDOT, FHWA, COE, DEP, and EPA; and attend SAGM's, CAC, Executive Committee, and Township Meetings.
The Environmental Monitor will be required to provide a field office in the project area which will be shared with the resource agencies; compatible hardware and software to download, analyze, and report on shallow wells and flow measuring devices for ground water, and select small stream flow; and provide batteries and maintain all existing auto recording devices.
The Environmental Monitor will participate in conducting training sessions for the construction contractor's supervisory staff; attend meetings as required; produce a quarterly newsletter; and provide an experienced person for the Centre County Conservation District.
The Environmental Monitor will work closely with the Construction Manager, Project Manager, and Department's Construction Staff. The Environmental Monitor will be independent to this staff and report directly to the District Environmental Manager.
It is anticipated that as many as eight (8) full time staff will be required for S.R. 0220 and three (3) full time staff will be required for the Compensation/Mitigation Plan. One additional full time staff will be required to work directly for the Centre County Conservation District. Additional staff will be needed for monitoring activities, analysis of data, reports, and other activities as required. The letter of interest must identify the overall project manager, a minimum of twelve (12) field personnel that can be assigned to the project as well as the additional staff that will be assigned on an as needed basis.
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. Ability to package and present the letter of interest in accordance with the ''General Requirements and Information'' section.
b. Experience of staff as Environmental Monitors.
c. Experience in ground water and surface water monitoring.
d. Experience in wetland creation, enhancement and restoration.
e. Experience in stream rehabilitation, including experience in fluvial geomorphology.
f. Experience in stormwater water management.
g. Experience in erosion and sedimentation control.
h. Experience in highway construction on new location.
i. Experience in hydrology and hydrogeology.
j. Experience with ACM.
k. Experience in preparation of 404 Permits, NPDES Permits, 105 Permit, and erosion and sedimentation plans.
The District's copy of the Letter of Interest and required forms (see general requirements and information section) shall be sent to: Mr. George M. Khoury, P.E., District Engineer, District 2-0, 1924-30 Daisy Street, Clearfield, PA 16830.
Any technical questions concerning the requirements for this project should be directed to: Mr. James Bathurst, P.E., District 2-0, at (814) 765-0437.
Any questions concerning the submittal of the letter of interest can be directed to the Consultant Agreement Division at (717) 783-9309.
Blair and Centre Counties
Project Reference No. 08430AG2213The Department of Transportation will retain an engineering firm to prepare right of way and construction plans for the Natural Resource Compensation/Mitigation for S.R. 0220, Section E10 in Blair and Centre Counties. The mitigation involves the creation, restoration, enhancement or preservation of 160 acres of wetland; the improvement to 18,170 feet of streams; and the enhancement/preservation of 597 acres of terrestrial habitat. All work will be within the context of a watershed approach.
The required services include site evaluation; core boring; ground water monitoring; conceptual plans; planting details; site hydraulic and hydrological studies; resource agency meetings; archaeological studies; hazardous waste surveys; intent to enter notice; field surveys; preparation of right of way and construction plans in accordance with current design manual and policies; plan, specifications and estimate; and necessary permit applications.
The wetland component of the Mitigation/Compensation plan involves creation/enhancement by providing biotic and abiotic functions similar to those of the natural wetlands in the valley. Creation will be accomplished by using excavation and dike design with constricted, fixed elevation outlet structures, and infiltration trenches. Enhancement of existing wetlands will include the creation of vernal pools, revegetation, supplement plantings and the installation of habitat structures. Preservation will be accomplished by property easements or agreements. The stream compensation component consists of total stream improvements, in-stream improvement and stream-side improvements. In-stream improvements include bank stabilization, stream channel restoration and aquatic habitat structures. Stream-side improvements include streambank fencing and riparian vegetative plantings. Total stream improvements include both the in-stream and stream-side improvements. The terrestrial habitat component consists of forest preservation/enhancement, woodcock habitat preservation/enhancement, wildlife enhancement on remnant parcels and buffer areas, wildlife corridors, shrub land/mixed shrub land creation/enhancement, and preservation/enhancement to State Game Land Number 278, and the development of a Habitat Management Plan for the matted spike rush on State Game Land Number 278.
The creation of the Mitigation/Compensation Plan will require meetings with the Environmental Resource Agencies, an Executive Committee, the Centre Regional Metropolitan Planning Organization, a Citizen Advisory Committee, Townships, and Planners. Meetings will be held with Permitting Agencies on the Corps Section 404 Permit, DEP 105 Permit, and DEP 401 Water Quality Certification. During final design additional mitigation may be required due to changes in final design. These changes may require addendums or modification to the issued permits.
The Department's selection factors in order of importance are:
a. Ability to package and present the letters of interest in accordance with the ''General Requirements and Information'' section.
b. Past experience in wetland creation/enhancement and preservation; stream improvements; creation/ enhancement of terrestrial habitat; hydraulic and hydrological studies of wetlands; fluvial geomorphology; conceptual wetland plans; ACM presentations, wetland permit applications and approvals.
c. Preparation of right-of-way plans.
d. Preparation of construction plans.
e. PS&E packages.
f. Current Workload.
g. Quality of past wetland creation/enhancement, stream improvements and habitat enhancement (supply contact name, firm, address and phone number).
h. Surveying equipment.
i. CADD capabilities.
j. Dedicated staffing to project.
k. Experience of staffing.
Any firms that are part of the current final design management contract for U.S. Route 220 are ineligible for this assignment.
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).
The District's copy of the Letter of Interest and required forms (see general requirements and information section) shall be sent to: Mr. George M. Khoury, P.E., District Engineer, District 2-0, 1924-30 Daisy Street, Clearfield, PA 16830.
Any technical questions concerning the requirements for this project should be directed to: Mr. James R. Bathurst, P.E., District 2-0 at (814) 765-0437.
Any questions concerning the submittal of the letter of interest can be directed to the Consultant Agreement Division at (717) 783-9309.
Engineering Districts 2-0 and 8-0
Project Reference No. 08430AG2214The Department of Transportation will retain a firm for a Regional Open-End Contract to provide supplemental Right-of-Way Acquisition and Appraisal Services for Engineering District 2-0, that is Cameron, Centre, Clearfield, Clinton, Elk, Juniata, McKean, Mifflin, and Potter Counties and Engineering District 8-0, that is Adams, Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Lancaster, Lebanon, Perry and York Counties. The acquisition and appraisal services will encompass all activities required to obtain right-of-way for the Department's highway and bridge program. The Contract will be for a period of sixty (60) months with a maximum cost of $1.0 million dollars.
The Department will establish an order of ranking of a minimum of three (3) firms for the purpose of negotiating an Open-End Contract 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. Ability to package and present the letter of interest in accordance with the ''General Requirements and Information'' section.
b. Experience in acquiring right-of-way for highway projects.
c. Experience in evaluating entitlements for all types of relocation assistance payments to residential and business relocatees.
d. Experience in conducting Pre-acquisition Survey and preparing Pre-acquisition Reports.
e. Experience in preparation of forms and documents for Declaration of Taking and Petition for Writ of Possession.
f. Experience in performing appraisals in accordance with Department policy and procedures.
g. Experience in machinery and equipment appraisals.
The firm may be required to perform any or all of the following services: appraisal planning; problem identification; appraisals; obtain services of fee appraisers; conduct bid opening for fee appraisers; conduct pre-acquisition surveys; prepare pre-acquisition report; negotiate with property owners; recommend administrative settlements; prepare documents and form for Declaration of Takings; prepare forms and documents for estimated just compensation; provide title services; provide relocation assistance and payment services; prepare replacement housing and rent supplemental offers; assist relocatees in obtaining moving estimates; perform property management services; and other services such as data entry and clerical duties.
The District's copy of the Letter of Interest and required forms (see general requirements and information section) shall be sent to: Mr. George M. Khoury, P.E., District Engineer, District 2-0, 1924-30 Daisy Street, P. O. Box 342, Clearfield, PA 16830.
The Contract will be administered by Mr. James R. Bathurst, P.E., Design Services Engineer, Engineering District 2-0.
Any technical questions concerning the requirements for this project should be directed to: Mr. Michael Hnat, District 2-0 at (814) 765-0444.
Any questions concerning the submittal of the letter of interest can be directed to the Consultant Agreement Division at (717) 783-9309.
Centre and Blair Counties
Project Reference No. 08430AG2215The Department of Transportation will retain an engineering firm to prepare final design plans for S.R. 0220, Section C10 in Snyder, Taylor, and Worth Townships in Blair and Centre Counties beginning at the Village of Bald Eagle and ending one mile southwest of Port Matilda. The project includes the design of nine (9) miles of S.R. 0220 consisting of a four lane divided, limited access highway with one interchange (diamond type). This project includes the design of thirteen (13) single or multi-span structures.
The project includes the preparation of one right-of-way plan with an anticipated submission being four (4) months from the notice to proceed. Four (4) construction plans are anticipated with an assumed ten (10) month submission schedule. Electronic files will be provided from all previous completed preliminary plans. This project will have an accelerated schedule.
The required services will include field surveys, Step 9 submissions, traffic control plans, hydraulic reports, 105 submissions, TS&L studies, foundation studies, final bridge design, final geotechnical studies, bidding of core borings, incident management, signing and sign lighting plans, E&S plans, contour grading and drainage plan, roadside development plans, right-of-way plans and final construction plans, specifications and estimates.
The Department will establish an order of ranking of a minimum of three (3) firms. The following factors, listed in order of importance, will be considered by the Consultant Selection Committee during the evaluation of the firms submitting letters of interest:
a. Ability to package and present the letter of interest in accordance with the ''General Requirements and Information'' section.
b. How the required work tasks will be accomplished and how the required services will be provided.
c. Specialized experience and technical competence of firm.
d. Specialized experience, previous experience, technical competence of individuals who constitute the firm.
e. Special requirements of this final design assignment.
f. Current workload and capacity of firm to perform work.
g. Past record of performance with respect to cost control, work quality, and ability to meet schedules.
The shortlisting for this project(s) will be done at Engineering District 2-0. All firms submitting letters of interest will be notified by the District of the shortlisting date.
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).
The District's copy of the Letter of Interest and required forms (see general requirements and information section) shall be sent to: Mr. George Khoury, P.E., District Engineer, District 2-0, 1924-30 Daisy Street, P. O. Box 342, Clearfield, PA 16830.
Any technical questions concerning the requirements for this project should be directed to: Mr. Vasco A. Ordonez, P.E., District 2-0, at (814) 765-0439.
Any questions concerning the submittal of the letter of interest can be directed to the Consultant Agreement Division at (717) 783-9309.
Fayette, Greene, Washington,
and Westmoreland Counties
Project Reference No. 08430AG2216The Department of Transportation will retain an engineering firm for an Open-End Contract for various engineering and/or environmental services on various projects located in Engineering District 12-0, that is Fayette, Greene, Washington and Westmoreland 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 $1.0 million.
The Department will establish an order of ranking of a minimum of three (3) firms for the purpose of negotiating an Open-End Contract based on the Department's evaluation of the 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. Ability to package and present the Letter of Interest in accordance with the ''General Requirements and Information'' section.
b. Specialized experience and technical competence of firm.
c. Past record of performance with respect to cost control, work quality, ability to meet schedules, and previous experience on Open-End Contracts. The specific experience of individuals employed by the firm shall be considered.
d. Location of Consultant in respect to the District.
e. Available staffing for this assignment and the ability to meet the Department's needs.
f. Projected Workload for the next two (2) calendar years.
The work and services required under this Contract may encompass a wide range of environmental studies and engineering efforts with the possibility of several different types of projects with short completion schedules being assigned concurrently. The anticipated types of projects include, but not limited to, bridge replacements or bridge rehabilitation with minor approach work, environmental studies, roadway betterments (3R type,) minor capital improvement projects (bridges or roadway), railroad grade crossing projects, and minor location studies, etc.
The engineering work and services which may be required under this Contract include, but are not limited to, perform field surveys; plot topography and cross sections; prepare submission for utility verification and relocations engineering; prepare all pertinent submissions and materials necessary for the Department to prepare the application to PUC and for the PUC field conference; attend and supply any required information for all PUC meetings and hearings during the design of the project; develop erosion control details and narrative; prepare right of way plans; complete structure designs including type, size and location reports, core boring layouts and foundation designs and reports; develop traffic control plans with narratives; conduct soils investigations and prepare soils reports; investigate utility involvement on projects; provide material for and participate in value engineering reviews; coordinate contacts with railroad officials and procure railroad related costs, permits, and insurance; collect signal timing, accident data and other traffic flow data; document engineering study findings and activities; alternative analysis to assess impacts and mitigation; and prepare construction plans, specifications, and estimates.
The areas of environmental study required under the Contract may include, but are not limited to: air quality; noise; energy; vibration; hazardous waste; surface water and ground water quality; surface water and ground water hydrology; terrestrial ecology including threatened and endangered species; wetlands; soils; geology; farmlands; visual quality; socio-economic resources; cultural resources; Section 4(f) Evaluations; early coordination and; scoping correspondence; meeting minutes; public meeting and hearing presentations; visualization materials, handouts and displays; technical basis reports (TBRs) and/or technical files; NEPA environmental documents; Section 106 documents; mitigation plans and reports; wetland and floodplain findings; and preliminary engineering plans, and remote sensing/mapping innovations. The format and content of all documents will be consistent with applicable State and Federal regulations, policies and guidelines.
The engineering services and environmental studies identified above are the general work activities that can be expected under this Open-End Contract. A more specific and project-related Scope of Work will be outlined for each individual Work Order developed under this Open-End Contract.
The second copy of the letter of interest and required forms (see ''General Requirements and Information'' section) shall be sent to: Mr. Michael H. Dufalla, P.E. District Engineer, District 12-0, P. O. Box 459, Uniontown, PA 15401.
Any technical questions concerning the requirements for this project should be directed to: Mr. William Oshnack, District 12-0, at (724) 439-7321.
Any questions concerning the submittal of the letter of interest for this Open-End Contract can be directed to the Consultant Agreement Division at (717) 783-9309.
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