PennDOT project L00910 - McArdle Bridge over Hillside

STV Inc., on behalf of the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), is accepting bids for bridge inspection support services on PennDOT project L00910 — McArdle Bridge over Hillside in Allegheny County — with bids due October 20, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. via PennBid. Bidders must be prequalified with PennDOT and maintain that status throughout the contract term.

The scope requires supply of an under-bridge inspection vehicle (snooper) with a minimum 60-foot horizontal reach and two rotating booms, Maintenance and Protection of Traffic (MPT) services, and associated equipment. The traffic control crew must consist of a minimum of three individuals plus the snooper operator. All crew members must be on-site from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. unless otherwise directed by STV representatives. Traffic control devices must be erected within 15 minutes of the inspection crew's start time. Services are anticipated for four days during November 16–19, 2026. All equipment must be maintained and inspected per manufacturer recommendations, including the current version of ANSI/SIA A92.8, and traffic control equipment must be in like-new condition per PennDOT specifications.

Contractors must provide evidence of previous successful experience and capability to provide the services safely and efficiently, including references. Prevailing wage rates apply. Bid evaluation is based on the grand total for daily rates for both the large snooper and weekday traffic control, with payment made only for actual days of service rendered. STV reserves the right to increase or decrease quantities. Invoices must include a price breakdown by service type and identify the bridge key for the inspected bridge. All coordination costs with the Coast Guard and other necessary agencies must be included in the daily rates. Contractors will not receive reimbursement until STV is reimbursed by PennDOT.