Harrison Road, Pantano Wash Bridge PDB

The City of Tucson has issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for the Harrison Road, Pantano Wash Bridge project, seeking qualified entities to participate in a Progressive Design-Build Agreement aimed at delivering the project efficiently and cost-effectively. The procurement process involves submitting Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) by November 4, 2025, with a pre-submittal meeting scheduled for October 2, 2025. The project, valued between 20 and 50 million dollars, is managed by the Tucson Transportation & Mobility department under Arizona jurisdiction, with primary contact being Maritza Felix. The RFQ emphasizes a two-step selection process, including evaluation of project experience, key personnel qualifications, and collaborative approach, culminating in interviews to identify the highest-ranked firm for contract negotiations. The comprehensive documentation associated with this procurement includes detailed evaluation criteria, a formal Progressive Design-Build Agreement, and forms for submitting project histories and key personnel resumes. The contract outlines responsibilities for both the City and the selected design-build team, covering scope, schedule, insurance, payment, and warranties. Special provisions are included for Small Business Enterprise (SBE) participation, emphasizing the importance of certified SBE firms performing a commercially useful function to meet set participation goals. Additional reference materials, such as acronyms and definitions, support clarity in contractual terms, while forms for past project performance and personnel qualifications ensure thorough evaluation of proposers' capabilities. Overall, this initiative aims to facilitate a streamlined, collaborative process to deliver critical infrastructure improvements efficiently within the specified budget and timeline.