On-Call Infrastructure Design

The City and County of Denver, through the Department of Aviation for Denver International Airport (DEN), is seeking a competitive Request for Proposal (RFP) for On-Call Infrastructure Design services. This three-year contract with potential two one-year extensions will establish a task-order-based professional services agreement for various construction and infrastructure projects at DEN. The scope of work encompasses extensive engineering services including airfield pavement design, roadway design, bridge design, parking facilities, structural engineering, geotechnical investigations, survey and mapping, drainage and hydrological engineering, erosion control design, and traffic engineering. Proposers must demonstrate comprehensive capabilities across multiple design disciplines, adhering to DEN Design Standards Manuals and applicable regulations. The RFP evaluation will be conducted on a best-value basis, with specific criteria including cost effectiveness (20%), equity and inclusion plan (15%), project understanding (10%), work plan and approach (20%), key personnel (15%), and company experience (20%). Critical dates include an optional pre-proposal conference on August 27, 2025, and proposal submissions due by September 18, 2025, at 2:00 PM Denver local time.

The solicitation includes a mandatory 21% Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) participation requirement, emphasizing the city's commitment to diversity and inclusion in contracting. Proposers must submit detailed documentation demonstrating strategies for utilizing and supporting historically underutilized businesses. The labor rates and classifications exhibit provides a comprehensive framework for staffing, with multiple experience levels ranging from Entry to Managerial across various engineering and technical positions. While specific contract maximum is not explicitly stated, the document suggests a robust procurement with flexibility for task-order-based work. Proposers will need to demonstrate professional credentials, with most positions requiring specific engineering degrees and corresponding years of experience. The contract structure allows for monthly payments based on task order invoices and actual work performed, providing a dynamic approach to professional services procurement. The opportunity appears designed to establish a flexible, long-term professional services relationship with qualified engineering and design firms capable of supporting Denver International Airport's infrastructure needs.