(1) - NBIS NSTM Bridge Inspection Projects - (Structural Evaluation I-5 Level A)

The CONSULTANT shall: Adhere to the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 23, Part 650, Subpart C - National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS), Specifications for the National Bridge Inventory (SNBI), and State of New Jersey Bridge Inspection Program Policy and Procedures, dated June 6, 2024, with any subsequent revisions. The initial SNBI inventory data will be pre-populated by converting the data from 1995 Coding Guide to 2022 SNBI using the FHWA Transition Tool. The Consultant shall refine this inventory data, i.e. verify/revise all clean and partial transition data items, and code all new data items. The NJDOT State items need to be coded as well. The SNBI and State inventory data shall be updated within three (3) months of the inspection being completed. However, for inspections occurring near the end of the year, all data shall be inputted by January 31st. Contact the governing agencies or authorities prior to commencing any work under this Agreement. Obtain and provide the STATE with necessary letters and documents that grant approval for access, inspections of Structures, and other related activities. Familiarize themselves with all Structures prior to submitting the cost estimate. Break down all labor and expenses into the following categories: Total Salaries, Overhead, Fixed Fee, Reimbursable Expenses (Equipment, MOT, Diver, Special Testing, Railroad, Other), and Out-of-Pocket Expenses (Mileage, Subsistence, Printing, Other). Submit the project schedule to the STATE within ten (10) working days of receiving written authorization from the STATE to proceed with the project. The schedule will include the structure number, name, previous inspection date, recommended type and frequency of inspection, proposed inspection date, and proposed report submission date (with format report indicated) for each Structure listed in Appendix 1, which is attached hereto and incorporated into this Scope of Work (Structures). The schedule must be updated and submitted every six months (at end of June and December). Review previous inspection reports and applicable bridge files provided by the STATE, County or any other governing agency. Perform a thorough assessment of each Structure utilizing one or more of the following inspection types: Initial, Routine, Underwater, Nonredundant Steel Tension Member (NSTM), Special/Interim, In-Depth, Damage, Scour Monitoring, and Service. Perform the required inspection of each Structure using the procedures and techniques noted in the Bridge Inspector's Reference Manual (BIRM) to determine the following: The physical and functional condition of the Structure utilizing observations and measurements. This may include special testing as required. The present live load capacity, or rating of the Structure, based on the current (2018) AASHTO Manual for Bridge Evaluation, 3rd Edition, and NJDOT Highway Bridge Load Rating Manual. Structures shall be load rated as soon as practical, but no later than 3 months after the Initial inspection or when a change is identified that warrants a re-rating such as, but not limited to, changes in condition, reconstruction, new construction, or changes in dead or live loads. Any decrease in the live load carrying capacity of a Structure that would require posting or a change in the existing posting should be brought, in writing, to the immediate attention of the STATE,County or any other governing agency. Any structural or safety related deficiency that requires immediate follow-up inspection or action to ensure public safety. All Critical Findings, as defined in the NBIS, must be reported immediately to the STATE, County or any other governing agency. The location and the redundancy of the members affected, and the extent and consequence of a deficiency should be considered when identifying a Critical Finding. Also, all priority repairs shall be identified in accordance with the Bridge Owners procedure. The streambed profile of the waterway channel along each fascia limit and longitudinal centerline (required if a bridge has four or more lanes of traffic, or if the bridge is on an abnormal skew). Perform sufficient soundings at each substructure element to determine the relationship of the foundation to the streambed. Review previous soundings and note any significant changes in the streambed. Plot plan view and elevation views of the waterway channel. The plan view shall include the general configuration of the waterway channel and its relationship to the bridge opening, the direction of flow, the orientation of the substructure elements, significant hydraulic related features such as areas of sedimentation, debris or scour countermeasures, and sounding data in a tabular form. The elevation views shall include the general configuration of the Prepare and submit a stand-alone Underwater inspection report, according to NJDOT standards, for each Structure. Act upon all comments submitted relative to all reviews of the Underwater inspection report. Address or include all comments and convert the final report into a PDF, with format and file naming according to the current version of the NJDOT SDMS Contractors Specifications for Scanning, PDFing, and Electronic Deliverables, and submit both electronically and in hard copy. Perform hands-on inspection of all Nonredundant Steel Tension Member (NSTM). The NSTM inspection shall utilize visual methods that may be supplemented by nondestructive testing. A very detailed visual hands-on inspection is the primary method of detecting cracks. This may require that critical areas be specially cleaned prior to the inspection and additional lighting and magnification be used. Other nondestructive methods may be used at the discretion of the Bridge Owner. Identify and perform Special/Interim inspections of the Structures in accordance with the State of New Jersey Bridge Inspection Program Policy and Procedures, dated June 6, 2024. Special/Interim inspections may be conducted in lieu of reduced frequency inspection when localized deficiencies exist. Submit, within thirty (30) days of the completion of the Routine inspection of the Structures, a list of any additional Structures that may require Special/Interim inspections. The list will include a description of the structural component area requiring the Special/Interim inspection, structure number, name and recommended inspection interval. The Special/Interim inspection report shall be submitted to the STATE, County or governing agency within thirty (30) days of the Special/Interim inspection date. Perform only those Special/Interim inspections which can be accomplished within the time period for completion of work established by this Agreement and any Consultant Contract Modification hereto.