Contract Summary: 40004-23070

This is a Request for Proposals (RFP) issued by the State of Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) for professional engineering services related to the US 285 Poncha Pass Project. The project encompasses design and engineering support for improvements to US 285 near Poncha Pass in Chaffee County, Colorado. CDOT is seeking qualified consulting firms to provide comprehensive engineering services including preliminary design, final design, and construction support. The scope of work includes traffic analysis, roadway design, geotechnical investigations, environmental compliance coordination, and construction administration services. Proposals are due on or before the specified deadline outlined in the RFP, with anticipated project commencement following contract award. The contract is anticipated to have an initial term with potential renewal options based on project phases and CDOT's discretionary needs. The project represents a significant infrastructure improvement initiative aimed at enhancing safety and operations on this critical transportation corridor.

Pricing for this engagement will be negotiated based on the consulting firm's proposed scope of services, staffing plan, and fee structure, which may be structured as lump sum, time-and-materials, or cost-plus-fee arrangements. CDOT will evaluate proposals based on technical qualifications, experience with similar projects, proposed team composition, project understanding, and cost competitiveness. The incumbent contractor status, if applicable, will be considered during the evaluation process. Funding for this project is anticipated to derive from state transportation funds and potentially federal highway funding sources. Contract award will be made to the most qualified and responsive proposer meeting CDOT's evaluation criteria. This project is part of CDOT's ongoing capital improvement program addressing critical safety and operational deficiencies on state highways.