AYRES ASSOCIATES INC.

Ayres Associates Inc. specializes in the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of technical training programs for federal transportation agencies, with a deep focus on hydraulic engineering and bridge infrastructure safety. The company develops and instructors-led courses on critical topics such as stream stability, scour analysis, HEC-20 and HEC-22 methodologies, and hydraulic design of safe bridges, aligning with FHWA’s National Highway Institute curriculum. Their expertise lies in transforming technical standards into accessible, competency-based learning experiences, including the modernization of instructor-led training into blended learning formats and the revision of technical reference manuals to reflect current engineering practices. This ability to bridge complex civil engineering principles with adult learning pedagogy sets them apart as a trusted partner in workforce development for infrastructure professionals. The contractor maintains a sustained, long-term relationship with the U.S. Department of Transportation, particularly the Federal Highway Administration, where they consistently support the National Highway Institute’s mission to enhance the technical capacity of state and local transportation engineers. Their work centers on updating, expanding, and delivering specialized training modules that ensure field personnel remain current with evolving hydraulic and bridge safety standards. Ayres Associates operates primarily within the Professional and Management Development Training (NAICS 611430) sector, positioning itself as a niche provider of engineering-focused workforce education rather than general consulting. Their market presence is defined by deep vertical specialization in transportation infrastructure training, serving a highly regulated, standards-driven audience. As a small business structured as a 2L entity based in Fort Collins, Colorado, Ayres Associates operates without federal certifications but demonstrates consistent, mission-critical performance through repeat engagements with federal stakeholders. Their geographic footprint is anchored in Colorado, with service delivery extending nationally to support FHWA training initiatives.