Demolition, site work, paving and new construction of a bridge / tunnel in Walla Walla, Washington. Conceptual plans call for the demolition of a bridge / tunnel; for the construction of a bridge / tunnel; for site work for a bridge / tunnel; and for paving for a bridge / tunnel.

Walla Walla County Department of Public Works Notice to Consultants Request for Proposals Wallula Bridge The Walla Walla County Department of Public Work is requesting proposals for complete design engineering services as part of the Wallula Bridge Replacement Project. The County reserves the right to extend the contract to include construction engineering services at their discretion. The project is located on Wallula Rd crossing Mill Creek approximately 200 feet south of Old Highway 12.The project will replace the existing structure and approach roadway.Schedule is to have the project bid ready no later than August 2025. This will include having completed plans and specifications, environmental permitting, and right of way acquisition. Required Project Deliverables: Design Survey compatible with AutoCAD C3D 2020 or later.Preparation, submittal, and finalization of a geotechnical/subsurface investigation report.Preparation, submittal, and finalization of a hydraulic report.Preparation, submittal, and finalization of biological assessment and any other documentation for environmental permitting. Permitting will be coordinated by the County.Structural Engineering.Identification of existing right of way property line boundaries and the determination of appropriate right-of-way acquisition.Identification of any impacted utilities.Submittal of 50% Conceptual design with two weeks minimum allowed for County review.Submittal of 75% Design including full plan set, project specifications and construction estimate with a minimum of four weeks allowed for County review.Submittal of 100% Design including full plan set, project specifications and construction estimate with a minimum of four weeks allowed for County review. Preparation of final plan set documents and project special provisions. (County will prepare bid package and bid the project).Provide the County with two (2) full size (22 x 34) sets of Plans, pdf version of plan set formatted to print reduced size (11 x 17), Microsoft word version of project special provisions.Attend pre-construction meeting, weekly construction meetings and project site as needed. The selection will be made from a list of qualified consultants responding to this Request for Proposals (RFP). All firms responding will be evaluated and ranked based on the criteria listed below. The top ranked firms may either be short-listed for interviews, or the consultant may be selected directly from the written submittals.The County will enter into contract negotiations with the Consultant determined to be best qualified. Work performed under the contract will be on a time and materials basis with a negotiated not to exceed amount. Pursuant to county, state, and federal regulations, a qualifications-based selection process will be used to select a consultant. The following information and criteria will be used to evaluate and rank responses: Qualifications and Experience of Engineering Firm Qualification and experience in all areas of required project deliverablesAvailability of qualified personnelQuality control systems and proceduresPast performance recordsReferencesExamples of similar projects completed with WSDOT/FHWA StandardsThis project has a 12% DBE (Disadvantaged Business Enterprise) goal Qualifications and Experience of the Individuals assigned as Countys Main Representative(s) Qualifications and experience. Demonstrated environment for good communicationQuality control procedures Location considerations and how it impacts maintaining effective communication between the County and Consultant Location of the team and proximity of key personnelApproach to maintaining good communication Scheduling Willingness and ability to meet project timelineRecent, current and projected workload of team Knowledge and Understanding of Walla Walla County Understanding of Countys environmental processUnderstanding of Countys engineering/technical capabilityUnderstanding of Countys special concerns (ESA, cultural, farming practices/timelines, etc.) Note: All categories will be rated on a scale of 0 to 10. These categories will be used to create a ranking of consultants. If interviews are held, the criteria for selection will be identified to those consultants involved in the interviews. In the event of tied rankings, selection shall be based on the discretion of the contracting agency. Consultants that submit proposals in response to this RFP must have the capability of providing the products and services listed under the project description of this RFQ. Walla Walla County assumes no obligation of any kind for expenses incurred by any respondent to this solicitation. All submittals become the property of Walla Walla County and will not be returned. The RFP submittal shall meet the following requirements, otherwise it will be deemed non-responsive and will not be eligible for further consideration. Each criterion for selection must be addressed.The maximum number of sheets allowed per submittal will be fifteen (15) sheets, submitted ONLY on single sided 8.5 x 11 paper. We will allow one (1) page of the fifteen (15) sheets to be submitted on paper other than 8.5 x 11 size. The page count limitation applies to ALL sheets contained in the submittal. The only exceptions to the page count are the front and back cover. Refer questions pertaining to this RFP to Misty Jones at 509-524-2710. Title VI Statement The Walla Walla County, 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 will affirmatively ensure that 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. The method of contractor selection has not been determined at this time. As of October 10, 2022, the due date and time has been confirmed with the owner.