Pavement Asset Management Services 2024, Section 24-00678-00-AM

The City of Urbana is seeking statements of qualifications (SOQ's) from professional engineering firms to provide comprehensive pavement asset management services for all city-owned streets, alleys, and parking lots. The procurement opportunity, identified as Section 24-00678-00-AM, is specifically focused on collecting pavement condition data and developing advanced pavement asset management studies. Qualified firms must demonstrate expertise in conducting detailed infrastructure assessments using technologies like PAVER software and the ability to perform in-depth analysis of road network conditions. The solicitation requires firms to submit comprehensive qualifications that outline their technical capabilities, past performance in similar municipal infrastructure projects, and methodological approach to pavement condition assessment. The contract opportunity was posted on February 19, 2024, with responses due by March 1, 2024, indicating a relatively tight submission timeline. The primary objectives include developing a robust pavement management system that can help the city strategically plan maintenance and rehabilitation efforts across its 22 million square foot road network.

While no specific set-aside designations were explicitly mentioned in the documentation, the procurement appears open to professional engineering firms with specialized infrastructure assessment capabilities. The attached technical memorandum suggests the city is working with a budget range between $1.8 million from state motor fuel tax and $700,000 from local motor fuel tax, with recommendations for increased annual investment potentially reaching $5-6.86 million for effective pavement maintenance. The current analysis, prepared by Applied Pavement Technology, Inc. (APTech), indicates the city seeks a contractor capable of not just data collection but strategic long-term infrastructure planning. The proposed work involves establishing and updating a PAVER database, collecting condition data, and providing analytical insights into network deterioration and potential rehabilitation strategies. Potential respondents should be prepared to demonstrate advanced technological capabilities, comprehensive understanding of municipal infrastructure management, and the ability to provide actionable recommendations for maintaining and improving the city's road network condition.