Bridge Replacement - Engineering RFP

The Polk County Board of Commissioners is seeking engineering consulting services for a bridge replacement project through a Request for Proposals (RFP) issued on November 24, 2025. The procurement targets a comprehensive engineering solution for replacing an existing bridge on Government Farm Road in Polk County, Georgia. The selected firm will provide a full range of services including surveying, concept plans, preliminary plans, permitting, final plans, right-of-way plans, specifications, cost estimates, bid documents, and construction administration and inspection. The existing bridge is approximately 40 feet long with a single 13-foot-wide travel lane, concrete curbs, and guardrails, requiring replacement due to age, weight restrictions, and limited capacity. Evaluation criteria will assess Firm's Experience (15%), Experience of Key Personnel (25%), Project Understanding and Approach (25%), Availability (20%), and Fee Proposal (15%). Sealed proposals must be submitted to the Polk County Board of Commissioners Office by 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 8, 2026, with an estimated award date in March 2026.

The RFP does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. All design, permitting, and surveying work must be performed by Georgia-registered professionals, and the project will be funded 100% with local funds. Proposal submissions are limited to 10 single-sided letter-size pages with a 10-point minimum font, excluding maps, resumes, and project references. The consultant will be required to maintain professional liability insurance with limits of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate, with the County named as an additional insured. Compensation will be monthly, based on invoiced work completed and County acceptance, with payment due within 30 days of invoice receipt. The County reserves contract termination rights, including termination for cause with seven days' written notice or for convenience with 30 days' written notice. While no specific budget range is detailed, the comprehensive nature of the engineering services suggests a significant professional services contract for bridge replacement engineering and design.