Corridor Study Summary

This is a Project Development & Environment (PD&E) Study document prepared for Escambia County, Florida in coordination with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) for the West Kingsfield Road (CR 186) Extension project. The study encompasses the design and environmental analysis for extending West Kingsfield Road approximately 2.1 miles from the realigned Beulah Road near the Perdido Landfill to west of Feldon Lane. The proposed roadway will be constructed as a two-lane facility incorporating both urban and rural typical sections, with design features including 6-foot sidewalks, curb and gutter, 12-foot travel lanes, and paved shoulders. The Request for Qualifications (RFQ) was released on October 22, 2025, with written questions due by November 17, 2025, and proposal responses required by November 24, 2025, at 10:00 am. The procurement requires FDOT pre-qualified consulting engineering firms to submit comprehensive proposals evaluated across five key criteria: experience with PD&E studies (20 points), pedestrian safety expertise (20 points), stormwater and drainage analysis (20 points), team member roles and expertise (20 points), and recent project experience (20 points), for a total of 100 possible points.

The project involves complex site conditions including multiple mapped parcels, wetlands, and varied property boundaries requiring detailed environmental and land use analysis, as documented in the attached right-of-way and setback mapping. Proposers must submit extensive supporting documentation including insurance certificates, E-Verify certification, anti-human trafficking affidavit, sworn statements, and conflict of interest forms. The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Funding is provided through standard county and transportation department channels, though specific budget amounts are not detailed in the available documentation. The study aims to develop a comprehensive planning framework for expanding and improving West Kingsfield Road infrastructure to meet current and future transportation needs in Escambia County.