Professional Services DPW832 Pavement

The City of New Orleans Department of Public Works is requesting qualifications for pavement condition assessment services covering approximately 1,550 centerline miles of city-maintained streets, with submissions due August 11, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. CST. A 35% Disadvantaged Business Enterprise participation goal applies to all respondents — a material evaluation factor.

The consultant will collect, analyze, and report pavement condition data (asphalt and concrete surfaces only, excluding sidewalks, curbs, and signs) using automated technologies such as LiDAR and digital imaging, following ASTM Standard D6433-11 methodology. Deliverables include Pavement Condition Index analysis, GIS-compatible datasets, maintenance and rehabilitation strategies, and a five- to ten-year pavement rehabilitation plan. Project responsibilities span initiation, research, field surveys, and data management and integration.

Insurance requirements are Workers' Compensation ($1 million), Commercial General Liability ($1 million per occurrence / $2 million aggregate), Professional Liability ($1 million per occurrence / $2 million aggregate), and Automobile Liability ($1 million combined single limit).

Evaluation criteria allocate up to 35 points for technical approach, 25 points for specialized experience, 20 points for schedule, 75 points for DBE compliance, and up to 30 bonus points for Mentor-Protege Program participation. Questions are due August 4, 2026. A pre-submittal teleconference is scheduled for July 30, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. CST. Selection committee evaluation is anticipated on or about August 25, 2026, with award notification within one to two business days thereafter. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the BRASS system or in person to the Bureau of Purchasing in separate sealed envelopes and remain valid for 90 calendar days following the submission deadline.