Site work and paving for a mixed-use development in Bellingham, Washington. Conceptual plans call for site work for a bridge / tunnel; for paving for a bridge / tunnel; sidewalk / parking lot; and sidewalk / parking lot.

Squalicum Creek Bridge Replacement Project The City of Bellingham solicits interest from consulting firms with expertise in Civil and Structural Engineering Design. This agreement will be for approximately two years in duration, beginning August 2024 and ending September 2026, with the option for the City of Bellingham to extend it for additional time and money if necessary Project Description The work to be performed by the CONSULTANT consists of preparing preliminary engineering design for the Eldridge Squalicum Creek Bridge Replacement project . The proposed improvements include replacing the existing six span reinforced concrete t-beam structure with a three span prestressed concrete girder structure. Pedestrian and bicycle improvements will be included on the new bridge. Utilities on the existing bridge will need to be maintained in service during and after construction. This project has a 17% DBE goal. The major features of the project are as follows: . Roadway, bicycle and pedestrian improvements on new bridge and approaches . Structural design for the new bridge structure . Utility design for new bridge and temporary utility bypass during construction . Environmental documentation and preparation of permit applications, including NEPA . Determination of R/W needs and R/W plan preparation Consultants shall have expertise in the following: . Traffic control measures and methodologies (in accordance with the MUTCD) to complete the project as one along with accommodation to multi-modal uses . WSDOT Local Programs requirements for Federally Funded projects including WSDOT Local Agency Guidelines (LAG) Manual . DBE approach and commitment . MUTCD, NACTO, and AASHTO standards . City of Bellingham Development Guidelines and Improvement Standards, and the Bellingham Municipal Code . City of Bellingham and Department of Ecology standards for storm water management, per the most recently adopted version ADA Requirements The City of Bellingham reserves the right to retain the services of the successful firm(s) for any subsequent phases (R/W, CN) associated with these projects. All prospective consultants are advised that federally funded projects will be held to Federal EEO requirements. Evaluation Criteria 100 Points Total Submittals will be evaluated and ranked based on the following criteria: 1. Qualification of Proposed Project Manager 15 points 2. Qualifications of Key Personnel/Expertise of Firm 15 points 3. Ability to meet schedule 15 points 4. Approach to project 20 points 5. Familiarity with WSDOT/FHWA standards 15 points 6. Past Performance/References 15 points 7. Approach to meet the DBE goal (DBE Participation Plan) 5 points Submittal All submittals shall include a signed cover letter including the following information: Firm name, phone, fax numbers, email; Name of Principal-in-Charge and Project Manager; and Number of employees in each firm proposed to project. Submittals shall be limited to a maximum of sixteen 8-1/2" by 11" pages (sixteen single-sided or eight pages double-sided), not including the title page (limited to one page), table of contents (limited to one page), resumes (limited to one page for each individual) and forms 140-565 and 140-566 (limited to one per company). Deadline for questions June 5, 2024 Contract Type Contract type (method of payment) will be Negotiated Hourly Rate utilizing WSDOT's Local Agency A&E Professional Services Negotiated Hourly Rate Consultant Agreement. Submission of cost proposal or elements of cost shall not be submitted until a consultant selection has been made. The Consultant(s) awarded the contract will be required to obtain and maintain a City of Bellingham Business License. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Information The City of Bellingham 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 Holly Pederson, City of Bellingham ADA Coordinator at hdpederson@cob.org or by calling collect (360) 778-7950. Title VI Statement The City of Bellingham, 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. The method of Contractor Selection has not been Determined at this time.