RIDOT: 2025-DB-016 Design-Build Route 138 Kingstown Road

The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) is seeking Design-Build Services for a comprehensive infrastructure improvement project on Route 138 in Kingstown, Rhode Island, targeting Providence County. The procurement involves replacing four specific bridges (Bridge Nos. 017201, 017301, 018301, 037201), comprehensive pavement resurfacing from Route 108 to Route 2 using full depth reclamation and mill and overlay techniques, and multiple associated infrastructure enhancements. Key deliverables include curb and sidewalk replacement, utility relocations, traffic signal modifications, new signage installation, drainage structure reconstruction, and specialized catenary reprofiling of the Amtrak overhead contact system under Bridge 037201. The solicitation is specifically targeting pre-qualified vendors from the SOQ25005522 finalist pool, with proposals due by October 17, 2025. Vendors must submit a bid surety bond or certified check for 5% of their cost proposal, and the contract is anticipated to commence around December 2025. Additional requirements include professional liability insurance of $2 million, general liability insurance of $1 million, and compliance with all state and federal regulatory standards.

The procurement emphasizes Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation, requiring vendors to submit an ISBE (Intended Small Business Enterprise) participation plan. Vendors must maintain active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) and demonstrate compliance with anti-collusion provisions and reporting requirements. While a precise contract value is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the infrastructure project suggests a significant investment in transportation infrastructure. The solicitation appears open to design-build firms with demonstrated expertise in complex transportation infrastructure projects, with a particular focus on multi-disciplinary capabilities encompassing bridge replacement, roadway resurfacing, utility management, and specialized engineering solutions. Successful respondents will need to showcase technical proficiency, financial stability, and a commitment to meeting the project's intricate technical and regulatory requirements, including environmental and safety standards associated with transportation infrastructure development.