Request for Qualifications Engineering Services.pdf

Request for Qualifications (RFQ)

Project No: 27 KA-7273-01

Intersection Improvement Project

City of Ellsworth

Project Overview

The City of Ellsworth is soliciting qualifications from qualified engineering firms to undertake an intersection improvement project within the corporate limits of the city. The consulting firms must be pre-qualified by KDOT for pre-construction engineering and project management in the category equivalent to the Kansas Department of Transportation’s (KDOT) Work Category: 212

– Highway Design-Minor Facility for the project listed below. Qualifications for roadway construction inspection in the equivalent to the KDOT’s Work Category: 241 will also be considered.

The project, identified as Project No. 27 KA-7273-01, involves the incorporation of turning lanes on a major collector route at the intersection of K-156 and Kunkle Drive. This project falls within the jurisdiction of the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) and will utilize KDOT funding. A standard three-party agreement will be employed for this project.

Scope of Work

The selected engineering firm will be responsible for the following tasks:

1. Conducting a thorough assessment of the current intersection layout and traffic patterns.

2. Designing turning lanes and any necessary traffic control measures to enhance traffic flow and safety.

3. Preparation of detailed engineering plans and specifications compliant with KDOT standards.

4. Coordination with relevant stakeholders including KDOT, the City of Ellsworth, and any other pertinent agencies.

5. Helping during the bidding phase, including responding to bidder inquiries.

6. Overseeing construction activities to ensure compliance with project specifications and timelines.

7. Providing necessary documentation and reports as required by KDOT and other regulatory bodies.

Qualification Requirements

Interested firms must meet the following minimum qualifications:

1. Registered as a professional engineering firm in the State of Kansas.

2. Demonstrated experience in similar intersection improvement projects, particularly those involving KDOT funding and compliance.

3. Possessing a strong understanding of relevant federal, state, and local regulations pertaining to roadway design and construction.

4. Availability of qualified personnel with expertise in traffic engineering, civil engineering, and project management.

5. Demonstrated capacity to deliver projects on time and within budget, with references from past clients.

Submission Guidelines

Qualified firms interested in participating in this RFQ process must submit the following documents:

1. Cover letter expressing interest and summarizing relevant experience.

2. Company profile outlining qualifications, expertise, and resources.

3. List of similar projects completed, including client references.

4. Proposed project approach and methodology.

5. Staffing plan demonstrating the availability of qualified personnel.

Deadline for Submissions

All submissions must be received by 31 May 2024 at 4:30 PM. Late submissions will not be considered. The main text of consultant’s technical proposal must not exceed six (6) pages (including cover sheets, indexes, etc.) to address the topics listed.

Contact Information

For inquiries, please contact Dustin Stambaugh, City Administrator at 785-472-5566 or e-mail at 785-472-5566 or e-mail at dstambaugh@ellsworthks.net.

For submission, please mail materials or drop them off at:

Dustin Stambaugh City Administrator City of Ellsworth 121 W. 1st St.

Ellsworth, KS 67439