Request for Proposals: Alamosa Alleyway Activation Project

The City of Alamosa, Colorado is seeking proposals from qualified engineering firms to design a comprehensive alleyway reconstruction project in the downtown area. The Request for Proposals (RFP) targets three specific alleyways located between Main Street and Sixth Street, from Edison Avenue to Hunt Avenue, spanning Blocks 49, 50, and 51. Each alleyway is 20 feet wide and approximately 430 feet long, with primary objectives including improved drainage, surface resurfacing, and aesthetic enhancement. Deliverables required include a complete engineering design package with drainage solutions, a right-of-way survey, street cross-sections, quantity takeoffs, and a comprehensive plan set signed by a Colorado-licensed engineer. Key proposal submission dates include a question deadline of October 21, 2024, and a final proposal submittal deadline of 4:00 p.m. MST on October 28, 2024. The city will evaluate proposals based on best value, reserving the right to reject any or all submissions, with an emphasis on team capabilities, past project performance, and problem-solving skills.

The project is entirely grant-funded, with $2 million available to cover both design and engineering costs, with construction anticipated to begin in 2025 and a project completion deadline of March 31, 2026. No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises were explicitly mentioned in the documentation. Aesthetic improvements will focus on above-grade elements, including potential murals, lighting, trash enclosures, and site furniture, with ongoing discussions about concrete treatment. The city will coordinate with Xcel Energy for lightpole replacements and upgrades, and bidders are expected to provide hourly or unit rates for comparison. Utility mapping and as-builts will be made available to potential contractors, and the city may facilitate building access for foundation and structural assessments. The project aligns with Alamosa's Downtown Design Plan and a previously approved hotel development agreement, suggesting a broader urban revitalization strategy.