13th Street and Northampton Street Intersection Designs RFP

The City of Easton is soliciting proposals from qualified consulting firms to provide comprehensive design services for intersection improvements along 13th Street between Butler and Spring Garden Streets, as well as the intersection at Northampton and 6th Street. This federally funded project, supported by the Carbon Reduction Program and managed by PennDOT, aims to enhance traffic flow and pedestrian safety through measures such as curb bump-outs, ADA ramp upgrades, crosswalk striping, and signal timing adjustments. The selected firm will be responsible for a range of tasks including utility coordination, highway, drainage, and pavement design, ADA compliance plans, signage and markings, traffic maintenance, surveying, and the preparation of plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E). All design work must adhere to PennDOT Pub 740 standards and be submitted via PennDOT’s ECMS system, with proposals submitted exclusively through the PennBid platform. The contract, with an estimated value between $500,000 and $1,500,000, is open to firms demonstrating relevant experience and technical expertise in municipal transportation projects. The solicitation was posted on October 20, 2025, with a response deadline of November 14, 2025. The project evaluation will consider the firm’s experience, approach, and ability to meet project requirements, with final contract approval subject to City Council. The City of Easton reserves the right to reject any bids. Interested firms can find additional details and submit proposals through the provided PennBid link.