Sinton Trail Centennial Blvd Crossing Engineering and Design

The City of Colorado Springs Public Works Department, in partnership with the Pikes Peak Rural Transportation Authority (PPRTA), is seeking professional consultant services for the engineering and design phase of the Sinton Trail Crossing at Centennial Boulevard project. The procurement is a Request for Proposal (RFP) for comprehensive engineering and design work to replace a substandard trail crossing, with a total project performance period of 24 months from the notice to proceed. Deliverables will include detailed engineering plans, utility relocation assessments, and potential east-side trail connection designs for CDOT Project MTF M240-208. Proposers must demonstrate technical expertise, relevant project experience, and qualifications through detailed submissions evaluating understanding of technical requirements, project approach, key personnel credentials, and overall proposal quality. Key deadlines include a pre-proposal conference on May 6, 2025, and proposal submissions due by May 29, 2025, with the contract to be awarded on a Time and Materials (T&M) basis through the BidNet Direct platform.

The contract has a 0% Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal and will require Davis-Bacon wage compliance. Proposers must meet extensive qualification requirements, including maintaining specific insurance coverages: $2,000,000 in Commercial General Liability, $1,000,000 in Workers' Compensation, $1,000,000 in Automobile Liability, and $2,000,000 in Professional Liability Insurance. Contractors must disclose potential conflicts of interest, litigation history, and comply with local procurement regulations. While the total project budget is not explicitly stated, the procurement emphasizes ethical business practices and comprehensive contractor vetting. The project is being funded through multiple sources, including a state of Colorado grant, PPRTA, and City of Colorado Springs funds, with a focus on selecting a contractor capable of executing complex trail infrastructure improvements that integrate with existing transportation networks.