RFP for Phase I of the Confluence Park Safe Routes to School Project

The Town of Basalt is seeking qualified contractors to complete Phase I of the Confluence Park Safe Routes to School Project through a Request for Proposals (RFP) issued on September 18, 2025. The project encompasses infrastructure improvements along Two Rivers Road, the intersection of Two Rivers Road and Cottonwood Drive, and the Emma Bridge over the Roaring Fork River. Specific deliverables include constructing ADA-accessible sidewalks, enhanced crosswalks, bike lanes, signage, drainage features, and safety improvements targeting pedestrian and bicycle connectivity, particularly for routes connecting to Basalt Elementary School. The procurement involves comprehensive infrastructure upgrades with solar-powered bollard lighting and improved drainage systems. Evaluation criteria will be weighted as follows: Estimated Cost of Services (40%), Approach to Project (20%), List of Similar Projects (20%), and Availability and Schedule (20%). Key dates include a pre-proposal conference and site visit scheduled for September 29, 2025, at 1:00 PM, with proposals due by October 20, 2025, at 2:00 PM. The Town anticipates potential interviews of select respondents and final Town Council action on October 28, 2025.

The RFP includes a local business preference, where local businesses will be favored if their bid is within 2% of the lowest responsible bidder. Proposers are required to submit detailed proposals including staff qualifications, project approach, references, and a Guaranteed Maximum Price. While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed, the project supports broader community objectives outlined in the Two Rivers Greenway Master Plan and 2020 Basalt Master Plan, focusing on creating inclusive transportation networks. The project aligns with goals of serving diverse populations and improving overall community infrastructure. Proposers will need to demonstrate expertise in municipal infrastructure projects, particularly those involving multi-modal transportation improvements and ADA accessibility. Though a specific budget range is not provided, the comprehensive nature of the project suggests a significant capital investment in local transportation infrastructure. The Town of Basalt will evaluate proposals comprehensively to select a contractor that can most effectively meet the project's technical and community-oriented objectives.