South Washington Street Improvements

The City of Thornton, Colorado, is soliciting design and engineering services for the South Washington Street Improvements Project (No. 25-810), focusing on constructing detached sidewalks along Washington Street between 85th Avenue and Eppinger Boulevard. The procurement seeks a consulting firm to provide comprehensive engineering services across five project phases: Pre-Design/Design, Final Design, Bid, Construction, and Closeout/Warranty. Key deliverables include road narrowing design maintaining five 11-foot travel lanes, establishing 11-foot wide detached sidewalks, relocating utilities and bus stops, conducting an access management study, and analyzing pedestrian crossings. Consultants must have successfully completed three similar projects within the past three years and demonstrate expertise in municipal infrastructure design. The evaluation criteria will assess responsiveness to project needs, firm responsibility, past performance, experience with municipal projects, engagement team qualifications, and fee structure. Proposals are due by 5:00 p.m. local time on Thursday, July 24, 2025, and can be submitted electronically via BidnetDirect.com or physically at the Contract Administration Office. An optional pre-proposal virtual conference is scheduled for Monday, July 7, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. via Zoom.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The approximate design and right-of-way budget is $1,259,000, with Thornton requiring a construction contingency allowance of at least 10% of the project construction budget. Consultants will be required to maintain specific insurance coverages and comply with all local and national design standards. The project is planned for construction in four phases from 2026 to 2029, indicating a multi-year commitment. The contract will involve detailed documentation and review periods for each project phase, with the consultant expected to provide comprehensive professional services throughout the project lifecycle. While specific incumbent vendors are not mentioned, the solicitation requires proposing firms to complete several exhibits, including an Acceptance of Conditions Statement, Reference Authorization Form, and a Personnel and Subconsultants Listing. The project aims to improve infrastructure and pedestrian accessibility along the specified corridor in Thornton, Colorado.