Bridge Group 08 - I-295 WAR, WST

The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) is seeking proposals for Rhode Island Contract No. 2025-CB-048, a comprehensive bridge rehabilitation and replacement project along I-295 in Providence County. The project encompasses the rehabilitation of Bridges 072101 and 072121 and the complete replacement of Bridges 072251, 072271, 072551, and 072571 using Accelerated Bridge Construction techniques. Specific methodologies include bridge slides for the Bald Hill Road bridges and Prefabricated Bridge Units (PBUs) for the West Natick Road bridges, with construction scheduled during two separate Super Weekends. The procurement is a federally aided project, with 80% funding from Federal Aid Project Nos. BRO-3296(001) and BRO-3296(002) and the remaining 20% from state funds. Bidders must submit electronic proposals through Ocean State Procures between July 31, 2025, and August 29, 2025, and must provide a 5% bid bond. Comprehensive bid documents include detailed specifications for site preparation, excavation, concrete work, electrical installations, signage, and landscaping, with extensive documentation requirements including debarment certifications, conflict of interest disclosures, and equal employment opportunity forms.

The solicitation includes a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal of 8%, mandating that contractors subcontract at least 8% of the work to qualifying DBE firms. Successful bidders will be required to obtain a 100% performance bond if awarded the contract. The project is open to all vendors capable of meeting the technical specifications and documentation requirements, with no specific restrictions beyond the DBE participation goal. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the project represents a significant infrastructure improvement initiative targeting critical bridge infrastructure in Providence County. Though a specific total project budget is not disclosed, the complexity of the project involving multiple bridge rehabilitations and replacements, advanced construction techniques, and extensive federally funded components suggests a substantial financial investment. Potential bidders should carefully review the comprehensive solicitation document (TCB25004738) to ensure complete understanding of the technical requirements, submission protocols, and evaluation criteria.