NOTICES
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Retention of Engineering Firms
[29 Pa.B. 4609]
Westmoreland County
Project Reference No. 08430AG2386 The Department will retain an engineering firm to perform final design and services during construction (consultation during construction and shop drawing review) for S. R. 0022, Section B08, the reconstruction of Traffic Route 22 located in the Borough of New Alexandria and Derry Township, Westmoreland County, Engineering District 12-0. The estimated construction cost is $25 million.
The proposed project consists of the reconstruction of Traffic Route 22 from just east of S. R. 0981 (Segment 0340/000) eastward to just west of S. R. 0982 (Segment 0410/000) in Westmoreland County, a total distance of approximately 4.0 miles.
The selected firm will be required to perform field surveys, roadway design, intersection geometry investigation, signing layout, geotechnical reports, traffic control plans, hydraulic computations, utility coordination, right-of-way plans, erosion and sedimentation control plans, signing, sign lighting and pavement marking plans, traffic signal plans, construction plans, forms, estimates and specifications, roadway borings, project partnering and public involvement.
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. Experience in roadway design
b. Ability to expedite this project
c. Project team composition
d. Past performance
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. Michael H. Dufalla, P.E., District Engineer
Engineering District 12-0
P. O. Box 459, North Gallatin Avenue Extension
Uniontown, PA 15401
Attention: Mr. P. Gregory Bednar, 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 sixth (6th) day following the date of this Notice.
Any technical questions concerning the requirements for this project should be directed to: Mr. P. Gregory Bednar, P.E., District 12-0, at (412) 439-7243.
Fayette, Greene, Washington and Westmoreland Counties
Project Reference No. 08430AG2387 The Department will retain an engineering firm for an Open-End Contract to perform 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 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 experience and technical competence of firm. The specific experience of individuals who constitute the firms will be considered.
b. Understanding of the Department's requirements, Design Manuals, policies and specifications.
c. Past record of performance with respect to cost control, work quality, ability to meet schedules, and previous experience with Open-End Contracts.
d. Location of engineering firm with respect to the District. This will include ability/provisions for quick responses to District requests.
e. Method of controlling quality of projects and submissions. Consideration will be given to coordination between disciplines, subconsultants, etc.
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, minor location studies, and traffic 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.
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. Michael H. Dufalla, P.E., District Engineer
Engineering District 12-0
P. O. Box 459, North Gallatin Avenue Extension
Uniontown, PA 15401The 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: Mr. William Oshnack, P.E., District 12-0, at (724) 439-7321.
Berks County
Project Reference No. 08430AG2388 The Department will retain an engineering firm for a specific project agreement to conduct a Comprehensive Transportation Needs Analysis Study for the S. R. 0061 Corridor in the Township of Muhlenberg, Berks County. This project is expected to have an overall duration of twelve (12) months. This agreement will be administered by Engineering District 5-0.
The project area extends from the interchange between S. R.0061 and S. R. 0012 (formerly S. R. 0222) north to the interchange between S. R. 0061 and S. R. 0222 (formerly S. R. 3055). S. R. 0061 in the project area is a principal urban arterial. S. R. 0061 passes through heavy commercial, industrial, and residential areas throughout the study area.
The selected engineering firm will be required to provide a variety of engineering services as indicated below, but not limited to:
a. Gather all available traffic and safety information and perform supplemental traffic counts, origin/destination counts, and safety views as needed.
b. Develop an Environmental Overview document, including researching of all necessary socioeconomic and environmental data.
c. Prepare a Comprehensive Transportation Needs Analysis Report, including recommendations for corridor improvements.
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 competance.
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 a 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 ten (10%) 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 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
1713 Lehigh Street
Allentown, PA 18103
Attention: Mr. Stephen L. Caruano, 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 sixth (6th) day following the date of this Notice.
Any technical questions concerning the requirements for this project should be directed to: Mr. Stephen L. Caruano, P.E., District 5-0, at (610) 791-6062.
Berks County
Project Reference No. 08430AG2389 The Department will retain an engineering firm for a specific project agreement to conduct a corridor study from the interchange between S. R. 0222 and former S. R. 3055 (now also known as S. R. 0222) to the Lehigh County Line. The project area is located in the Townships of Ontelaunee, Maiden Creek, Richmond, and Maxatawny, Berks County. This project is expected to have an overall duration of twelve (12) months. This agreement will be administered by Engineering District 5-0.
S. R. 0222 is a rural principal arterial highway that runs northeast and southwest through Berks County. In the project area, S. R. 0222 is primarily a two-lane free access roadway with a short stretch of four-lane limited access divided highway near Kutztown. The highway traverses rolling terrain, passing through small residential and commercial areas in the southwestern part of the project area, gradually turning into rural farmland near the northeastern extents.
The selected engineering firm will be required to provide a variety of engineering services as indicated below, but not limited to:
a. Gather all available traffic and safety information and perform supplemental traffic counts, origin/destination counts, and safety views as needed.
b. Develop an Environmental Overview document, including researching of all necessary socioeconomic and environmental data.
c. Prepare a Comprehensive Transportation Needs Analysis Report, including recommendations for corridor improvements.
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 competance.
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 a 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 ten (10%) 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 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
1713 Lehigh Street
Allentown, PA 18103
Attention: Mr. Stephen L. Caruano, 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 sixth (6th) day following the date of this Notice.
Any technical questions concerning the requirements for this project should be directed to: Mr. Stephen L. Caruano, P.E., District 5-0, at (610) 791-6062.
Lehigh County
Project Reference No. 08430AG2390 The Department will retain an engineering firm for a multi-phase, specific project agreement, to perform environmental studies and preliminary engineering, final design and services during construction (shop drawing reviews and consultation during construction) for the proposed bridge replacement on S. R. 4025 over Jordan Creek located in the Township of Lowhill, Lehigh County. The design of this project is expected to have an overall duration of twenty-seven (27) months with shorter, varying schedules for individual phases. This agreement will be administered by Engineering District 5-0. The estimated construction cost is $1.5 million.
The existing structure, built in 1887, is a three (3) span, 35-meter long, stone arch spandrel structure with two 3.0-meter lanes. S. R. 4025 in the project area is a two lane minor collector highway that extends north and south through the Township of Lowhill. The project study limits will extend 150 meters from each end of the existing structure. The structure is bounded by forest and detached residences to the north and south. The structure was listed on the National Register on June 22, 1988. It is currently closed to traffic.
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 Categorical Exclusion Evaluation Level 4 and associated documents including: cultural resource surveys; wetlands delineation and evaluation; Section 106 documents; hazardous waste reports; archeological 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 competance.
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 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 a 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" 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. Stephen L. Caruano, 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 sixth (6th) day following the date of this Notice.
Any technical questions concerning the requirements for this project should be directed to: Mr. Stephen L. Caruano, P.E., District 5-0, at (610) 791-6062.
Delaware and Philadelphia Counties
Project Reference No. 08430AG2391 The Department will retain an engineering firm to provide supplementary construction inspection staff of approximately thirty-seven (37) inspectors, under the Department's Inspector(s)-in-Charge for construction inspection and documentation services on S. R. 0095, Section AIR, in Delaware and Philadelphia Counties.
This project will complete the construction of substructure and superstructure elements for five (5) structures ranging from 115 feet to 1,200 feet in length. Superstructures will have composite decks atop steel plate girders and prestressed concrete beams. The work also includes eight (8) new Mechanically Stabilized Retaining walls with a total length of approximately 4000 LF.
New Plain Cement Concrete Pavement Ramps will be constructed for the northbound and southbound access to the Airport. The northbound collector distributor road will be relocated northerly. Anticipated overall length of new roadway construction is 21,600 linear feet.
Other work will include the demolition of a multi-span structure, the construction of high mast and convential lighting, new corridor signing and sign lighting, traffic signal modifications, drainage facility modifications and guiderail modifications and improvements.
All work will be performed while maintaining full access to the Airport and with minimal disruption to current mainline I-95 traffic. The Maintenance and Protection of Traffic will be integrated with the earlier foundations contract traffic control. The work will be closely coordinated with two (2) companion projects.
The Department will establish an order of ranking of a minimum of three (3) firms for the purpose of negotiating an Engineering Agreement based on the Department's evaluation of the acceptable letters of interest received in response to this solicitation. The ranking will be established directly from the letters of interest. Technical proposals will not be requested prior to the establishment of the ranking.
The following factors, listed in order of importance, will be considered by the Department during the evaluation of the firms submitting letters of interest:
a. Review of inspectors' resumes with emphasis on construction inspection capabilities. Department and District experience and supervisory experience.
b. Specialized experience in structures, drainage, earthwork, concrete paving, pile driving and Maintenance and Protection of Traffic.
c. Number of NICET and NECEPT certified inspectors in each payroll classification.
d. Understanding of Department's requirements, policies, and specifications.
e. Ability to provide two (2) ''CDS'' operators or persons capable of inputing data into a personal computer (TCIS Classification) and two (2) licensed nuclear operators (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 four (4) individuals submitted as part of your inspection staff must have a NECEPT Bituminious Field Technician Certification.
It is anticipated that the supplementary construction inspection staff for this assignment will consist of the following number of inspectors who meet the requirements for the following inspection classifications:
No. of Classification Inspectors Transportation Construction Manager 1 (TCM-1)
(NICET Highway Construction Level 4 or equivalent)1 (1) Transportation Construction Ins. Super. (TCIS)
(NICET Highway Construction Level 3 or equivalent)6 (4) Transportation Construction Inspector--Materials (TCI-Materials)
(NICET Highway Materials Level 2 or equivalent)2 (2) Transportation Construction Inspector (TCI)
(NICET Highway Construction Level 2 or equivalent)20 (11) Technical Assistant (TA)
(NICET Highway Construction Level 1 or equivalent)8 (10) The number(s) in parenthesis above indicate the number of inspectors in each Classification that must meet at least one of the following requirements:
1. Be certified by the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) in the field of Transportation Engineering Technology, subfield of Highway Construction, or subfield of Highway Materials, at the Level required for the Inspection Classification.
2. Be registered as a Professional Engineer by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania with the required highway experience specified for the Inspection Classification.
3. Be certified as an Engineer-in-Training by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania with the required highway experience specified for the Inspection Classification.
4. Hold a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering or a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering Technology with the required highway experience specified for the Inspection Classification.
5. Hold an Associate Degree in Civil Engineering Technology with the required highway experience specified for the Inspection Classification.
The maximum reimbursement per hour of inspection for each Department Payroll Classification for calendar year of 1999:
Payroll Classification Maximum Straight Time Reimbursement Per Hour Of Inspection (TCM-1) $46.27 (TCIS) $40.54 (TCI-Materials) $36.55 (TCI) $35.47 (TA) $24.39 The maximum reimbursement per hour of inspection includes all costs for providing construction inspection services at the project site during the normal work week.
Maximum reimbursement per hour of inspection for subsequent calendar years, if applicable, will be established at the scope of work meeting.
The firm selected may be required to attend a pre- construction conference with the Department and the construction contractor for this project. Under the supervision and direction of the Department, the selected firm will be required to keep records and document the construction work; prepare current and final estimates for payment to the construction contractor; assist the Department in obtaining compliance with the labor standards, safety and accident prevention, and equal opportunity provisions of the contract item; and perform other duties as may be required.
The firm selected will be required to supply the following equipment at no direct cost to the Department:
a. One (1) 35 MM camera.
b. One (1) digital camera.
c. Safety vests-high visability for inspectors.
d. Eight (8) cellular phones with radio capability.
e. Two (2) nuclear densometer gauge/license and a means to transport the gauges 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-1 and TCIS positions, giving their approval to use their name in your letter of interest for this specific project.
The maximum number of resumes to be included in the letter of interest shall be as follows:
Classification No. of Resumes TCM-1 2 TCIS 8 TCI-M 3 TCI 24 No resumes are required for the TA Classification.
This project reference assignment is considered non- complex. The letter of interest shall be limited to a maximum of three (3) pages, 8 1/2" x 11", one sided, plus an organizational chart (up to 11" x 17" size), and additional resumes, if applicable. (See the General Requirements and Information Section).
The Letter of Interest submission shall be sent to:
Mr. Andrew Warren, District Administrator
Engineering District 6-0
200 Radnor-Chester Road
St. Davids, PA 19087The Letter of Interest submission for this project reference number must be received at the address listed above by 4:30 P.M. prevailing time on the twentieth (20) day following the date of this Notice.
Any technical questions concerning the requirements for this project should be directed to: Mr. George Dunheimer, District 6-0, at (610) 964-6554.
Allegheny County
Project Reference No. 08430AG2392 The Department will retain an engineering firm to provide supplementary construction inspection staff of approximately twelve (12) inspectors, under the Department's Inspector(s)-in-Charge for construction inspection and documentation services on the following projects:
1. S. R. 3026, Section A02, Allegheny County Local Name: Millers Run at Koppers This is a bridge replacement project involving minor approach work. This will be a demonstration job using precast substructure units. The project is located in South Fayette Township, Allegheny County.
2. S. R. 0130, Section A07, Allegheny County Local Name: Tri-Boro Expressway This project involves the replacement of concrete pavement. Maintenance will be performed on structures and guiderail, with signals and signs updated. The project is located in the Boroughs of East Pittsburgh, Turtle Creek, and Wilmerding, and the Municipality of Monroeville, Allegheny County.
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 and specialized experience in the Maintenance and Protection of Traffic, structures, asphalt approach work, drainage, guiderail work, and concrete pavement replacement. (References should be supplied for each inspector).
b. Understanding of Department's requirements, policies, and specifications.
c. Past performance.
d. Number of NICET certified inspectors in each payroll classification.
e. Number of available 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 Ins. Super. (TCIS)
(NICET Highway Construction Level 3 or equivalent)2 (2) Transportation Construction Inspector (TCI)
(NICET Highway Construction Level 2 or equivalent)7 (6) Technical Assistant (TA)
(NICET Highway Construction Level 1 or equivalent)3 (0) The number(s) in parenthesis above indicate the number of inspectors in each Classification that must meet at least one of the following requirements:
1. Be certified by the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) in the field of Transportation Engineering Technology, subfield of Highway Construction, or subfield of Highway Materials, at the Level required for the Inspection Classification.
2. Be registered as a Professional Engineer by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania with the required highway experience specified for the Inspection Classification.
3. Be certified as an Engineer-in-Training by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania with the required highway experience specified for the Inspection Classification.
4. Hold a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering or a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering Technology with the required highway experience specified for the Inspection Classification.
5. Hold an Associate Degree in Civil Engineering Technology with the required highway experience specified for the Inspection Classification.
The maximum reimbursement per hour of inspection for each Department Payroll Classification for calendar year of 1999:
Payroll Classification Maximum Straight Time Reimbursement Per Hour Of Inspection (TCIS) $40.54 (TCI) $35.47 (TA) $24.39 The maximum reimbursement per hour of inspection includes all costs for providing construction inspection services at the project site during the normal work week.
Maximum reimbursement per hour of inspection for subsequent calendar years, if applicable, will be established at the scope of work meeting.
The firm selected may be required to attend a pre- construction conference with the Department and the construction contractor for this project. Under the supervision and direction of the Department, the selected firm will be required to keep records and document the construction work; prepare current and final estimates for payment to the construction contractor; assist the Department in obtaining compliance with the labor standards, safety and accident prevention, and equal opportunity provisions of the contract item; two (2) inspectors certified in computer documentation 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 Gauges/License **** 1 Vehicle for the Transportation of Nuclear Gauge **** 5 Cellular Telephones (Two-way Radios also acceptable) **** At point of need when needed. 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 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 TCIS 3 TCI 9 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. Raymond S. Hack, P.E., District Engineer
Engineering District 11-0
45 Thoms Run Road
Bridgeville, PA 15017
Attention: Design Liaison 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 sixth day following the date of this Notice.
Any technical questions concerning the requirements for this project should be directed to: Mr. Brian A. Krul, District 11-0, at (412) 429-3801.
Centre County
Project Reference No. 08430AG2393 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. 6220, Section B12, Centre County, Route 220 Relocation. This project involves 1.3 miles of new mainline construction with one (1) bridge and one (1) structure rehabilitation.
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 and specialized experience in the Maintenance and Protection of Traffic, soils, structures, concrete, asphalt paving, and drainage.
b. Past Performance.
c. Understanding of Department's requirements, policies, and specifications.
d. Number of available inspectors in each payroll classification.
e. 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)
(NICET Highway Construction Level 4 or equivalent)1 (1) Transportation Construction Ins. Super. (TCIS)
(NICET Highway Construction Level 3 or equivalent)3 (3) 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)8 (5) Technical Assistant (TA)
(NICET Highway Construction Level 1 or equivalent)3 (0) * One TCI must be CDS certified, one TCI must be concrete certified, and 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 1999:
Payroll Classification Maximum Straight Time Reimbursement Per Hour Of Inspection (TCM-1) $46.27 (TCIS) $40.54 (TCI-Materials) $36.55 (TCI) $35.47 (TA) $24.39 The maximum reimbursement per hour of inspection includes all costs for providing construction inspection services at the project site during the normal work week.
Maximum reimbursement per hour of inspection for subsequent calendar years, if applicable, will be established at the scope of work meeting.
The firm selected may be required to attend a pre- construction conference with the Department and the construction contractor for this project. Under the supervision and direction of the Department, the selected firm will be required to keep records and document the construction work; prepare current and final estimates for payment to the construction contractor; assist the Department in obtaining compliance with the labor standards, safety and accident prevention, and equal opportunity provisions of the contract item; and perform other duties as may be required. 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 2 TCIS 4 TCI-M 1 TCI 10 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. George M. Khoury, P.E., District Engineer
Engineering District 2-0
1924-30 Daisy Street, P. O. Box 342
Clearfield, PA 16830The Letter of Interest submission for this project reference number must be received at the address listed above by 4:30 P.M. prevailing time on the sixth (6th) day following the date of this Notice.
Any technical questions concerning the requirements for this project should be directed to: Mr. Vasco A. Ordonez, P.E., District 2-0, at (814) 765-0439.
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