Site work and paving for a road / highway in Albany, New York. Conceptual plans call for site work for a road / highway; and for paving for a road / highway.

As of February 6, 2024, an engineer has been selected for the project. Although a firm timeline for construction has not been determined, construction is not expected to start prior to summer of 2024. *The closed solicitation has been included below for reference: The City of Albany is requesting proposals from qualified consultants to provide Professional Engineering Services related to the Manning Boulevard Street Improvement Project. This request for proposals may not be the same as previous requests for proposals intended for this type of service. Therefore, all consultants are urged to review this package in detail before submitting their proposal. A restricted period is currently in effect for this procurement and it will remain in effect until approval of the Contract. Bidders are prohibited from contact related to this procurement with any City of Albany employee other than the designated contacts listed below refer to: Designated Contacts for this Procurement: For Project Specific Clarifications:................................... William J. Lecuyer P.E. For Public Procurement Process Clarifications ............... Raisi K. Mobele, Esq. SECTION 1: PURPOSE 1.1 The City of Albany (hereinafter referred to as the "CITY") hereby requests proposals from qualified engineering firms to provide professional engineering services related to improvements to Manning Boulevard between Western and Washington Avenue in the City of Albany. Minority Business Enterprises and Women's Business Enterprises are encouraged to submit proposals. 1.2 The ensuing contract for these services will commence in or about November 2022 and will terminate in November 2023, with the possibility of three (3) one-year extension periods. Manning Boulevard is classified as a minor arterial in the west section of the City of Albany and is approximately three thousand (3,000) feet long. Manning Boulevard provides a connection between Western and Washington Avenues and is in a residential area. The roadway cross section consists of a main travel way (40' wide) with two "carriage paths" (16 feet wide) and sidewalks on each side of the travel way. The carriage roads provide access to the driveways of the homes along the roadway. An aerial view of the project area is included in the end of this RFP. 2.2 The main issues along this section of Manning Boulevard include aging pavement, insufficient drainage and the lack of pedestrian and bicycle accommodations. The sidewalks have flooding issues which, in the winter months, result in icing problems. The driveways and lots are flat, so elevating the sidewalks has the potential to trap water and flood the residential area. Compounding this problem is the fact that there is limited drainage facilities along the main travel way. Introducing additional drainage may have the potential of moving a problem from one area to another. It is envisioned that the improvements to Manning Boulevard will include improving the drainage as well as providing a more pedestrian and bicycle friendly environment. Potential improvements for this area may include, but not be limited to the following: Regrading the sidewalk/carriage road/grass medians to provide positive drainage away from the residents. Storm water collection system improvements including green infrastructure. Milling and paving the existing carriage and travel ways. New sidewalks and granite curbing. New ADA compliant pedestrian curb ramps. New street trees on a limited basis. Installation of new pedestrian facilities and dedicated bicycle facilities. Install video detection at existing traffic signals. Pedestrian safety improvements. 2.3 The total project budget is approximately $1,800,000 including all construction, engineering, administration, and a 10% construction contingency. The Method of Contractor Selection has not been determined at this time.