Cohasset Road Widening and Fire Safety Feasibility Study & Engineering Design (R2)

The Butte County Department of Public Works is soliciting proposals for a project focused on the widening of Cohasset Road and enhancing fire safety measures in the area. The scope of work includes conducting a feasibility study to evaluate community evacuation options through ingress and egress analysis, followed by providing recommendations to improve the road's capacity and safety features. The selected consultant will also assess funding opportunities to support the implementation of the proposed solutions. Once the County approves the recommended measures, the contractor will be responsible for developing detailed engineering design plans, specifications, cost estimates, environmental documentation, obtaining necessary permits, and managing right of way acquisitions to facilitate project execution. This contract, identified as RFP #533-2024-02-2, is open for responses until October 23, 2024, and is expected to be valued between $500,000 and $1,500,000. The project aims to address critical safety and accessibility concerns on Cohasset Road, ensuring effective evacuation routes and improved infrastructure to support fire safety efforts. Interested parties can find additional details and submit proposals through the designated procurement platform.