City RFP - Engineering Design Svcs Replacement Mill Rd & Old Long Ridge Bridge

The City of Stamford, Connecticut is seeking engineering design services for the replacement of two bridges: Mill Road Bridge No. 135008 and Old Long Ridge over Stream Bridge No. 135007, located in Fairfield County. This Request for Proposal (RFP), identified by solicitation number 2025.0227, requires a comprehensive engineering design approach for bridge replacement infrastructure. Potential respondents must provide complete engineering design services, which likely include detailed structural assessments, replacement plans, environmental considerations, and technical specifications for bridge reconstruction. The RFP is funded through the Connecticut Department of Transportation State Local Bridge Program and will require technical expertise in bridge engineering, structural design, and municipal infrastructure planning. Technical questions should be directed to Lyudmila Fuks, Staff Engineer, at (203) 977-4135, while procurement inquiries can be addressed to Erik J. Larson, Purchasing Agent, at (203) 977-4107. The solicitation opens on November 8, 2024, at 10:30 AM EST, with proposals due by December 5, 2024, at 4:00 PM EST, and all proposal documents are available through the ProcureWare platform at https://stamfordct.procureware.com.

The RFP does not specify any specific set-aside designations, vendor restrictions, or preferences for disadvantaged business enterprises. No incumbent vendor information is provided in the documentation, and there are no explicit integration requirements with existing infrastructure mentioned. The solicitation appears open to all vendors with appropriate engineering design capabilities, with no disclosed budget range or estimated contract value. All potential respondents must access the complete solicitation documents through the designated ProcureWare platform and submit comprehensive proposals that demonstrate technical competence in bridge replacement engineering design. While the exact evaluation criteria are not explicitly outlined in the available documents, it is reasonable to expect that technical expertise, prior experience with municipal bridge replacement projects, and comprehensive design approach will be key factors in vendor selection. The project's funding through the Connecticut DOT State Local Bridge Program suggests a structured and rigorous selection process focused on technical merit and engineering capability.