TOWN OF CONCRETE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS BRIDGE LOAD RATING

The Town of Concrete is soliciting statement proposals from qualified firms or consultants to provide load rating for 1 in-service bridge including the National Rating Load (NRL) required by FHWA and as identified in the WSDOT Bridge Design Manual. Scope of Services: Structural bridge load rating in compliance with the National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS) outlined in Title 23 CFR 650 Subpart C and as defined by AASHTO Section 313(k).

Load rating to be completed in accordance with the WSDOT Bridge Design Manual (BDM) and Washington State Bridge Inspection Manual (WSBIM). As-builts, photos and previous load rating and inspection documentation is available upon request. The experience of the firm or consultant with similar types of projects will be a consideration in the selection of the consultant. The professional credentials of the firm or consultant will also be a major determinant in the selection process, along with a demonstrated understanding of the town’s needs. Proposals should be prepared simply and economically, providing a straightforward, concise description of the provider’s capabilities to satisfy the requirements of the request. All responses shall be sent to: Town of Concrete Andrea Fichter andreaf@concretewa.gov Subject: Bridge Load Rating Services Proposal shall be submitted no later than 4:30 pm on July 12, 2024. For more information contact Andrea Fichter, Clerk-Treasurer at (360) 853-8401, andreaf@concretewa.gov. The Town of Concrete is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Minority- and women-owned firms as well as local and small businesses are encouraged to submit proposals. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Information The Town of Concrete in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (Section 504) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), commits to nondiscrimination on the basis of disability, in all of its programs and activities. This material can be made available in an alternate format by emailing Andrea Fichter at andreaf@concretewa.gov or by calling collect 360.853.8401 Title VI Statement The Town of Concrete in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat. 252, 42 U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4) and the Regulations, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full and fair opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award.” Published June 21, 2024 and June 28, 2024 in the Skagit Valley Herald.

Published in the DJC June 21, 2024 and June 28, 2024 Posted to https://omwbe.wa.gov/