BCS 2026-02 Bridge Condition Inspections and Load Ratings of Routine, Complex, Underwater and Moveable Bridges, Statewide

Solicitation BCS 2026-02 is a request for proposals from the Maryland State Highway Administration for statewide bridge condition inspection and load rating services. The scope includes routine, underwater, complex, and movable bridge inspections, as well as structural evaluations, load ratings, and the preparation of designs and specifications for repairs. Contractors are responsible for providing specialized access equipment, such as under-bridge inspection vehicles and bucket trucks, and managing traffic operations for lane closures. All engineering services must adhere to FHWA, AASHTO, and SHA standards, with deliverables managed through Bentley ProjectWise and the Structure Asset Management System. This is an open-ended, task-based contract with a maximum duration of five years, funded by federal funds. The selection process is competitive and based on technical merit, with evaluations weighted toward written technical questions (40%), key staff (30%), and the work plan (30%). Only the highest-rated technical firms will be invited to submit price proposals. Awardees must provide comprehensive safety equipment, complete mandatory SHA core training, and ensure prompt payment to subcontractors. Technical proposals must be submitted via the eMaryland Marketplace Advantage portal and include a completed Standard Form 330 and required affidavits.