Statewide Construction Inspection Services

The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) is seeking Statewide Construction Inspection Services through a Request for Proposals (RFP) numbered 2176F-2180F. The procurement aims to secure up to five agreements for comprehensive construction and maintenance inspection activities across multiple infrastructure domains, including hot mix and Portland cement concrete paving, micro-surfacing, drainage, excavation, structures, surveying, fencing, guardrail, pavement marking, lighting, and landscaping. Successful contractors must provide NICET certified personnel at specified skill levels and demonstrate robust professional capabilities. Proposal evaluation will be based on key criteria: Key Staff and Project Team qualifications (30%), Firm's resources and capability (25%), ability to provide required inspection personnel (20%), project understanding and approach (20%), and firm's experience on similar projects (5%). The RFP specifies a proposal submission deadline of March 13, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. local time, with a proposed contract term of three years and potential for two additional one-year extensions. Required insurance includes Commercial General Liability of $1M per occurrence/$3M aggregate and Errors and Omissions coverage of $1M per occurrence/$3M aggregate.

The contract includes a five percent Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal for federally funded tasks, indicating a commitment to promoting diversity in contracting. The procurement is federally funded and will utilize a cost-plus fixed fee payment method, with individual agreements under this Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract not exceeding $30 million. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, the comprehensive nature of the RFP suggests DelDOT is seeking a diverse pool of qualified construction inspection firms capable of meeting stringent technical and operational requirements. Potential respondents must demonstrate significant technical expertise, robust staffing capabilities, and a proven track record in infrastructure construction inspection across multiple specialized domains. The expansive scope of services and the potential for multiple awards indicate a substantial market opportunity for qualified professional services firms with expertise in transportation infrastructure inspection and related technical services.