I-5 & SR 539, Baker Creek & Spring Creek Fish Passage

This project involves the replacement of five existing fish barrier culvert crossings at key locations along I-5 and SR 539 in Washington, specifically at Baker Creek and Spring Creek. The work aims to improve fish passage by upgrading or replacing culverts at these sites, which are situated between mileposts 255.76 and 256.76 on I-5, and from milepost 0.00 to 0.35 on SR 539. The contract is issued by the Washington Department of Transportation and is scheduled for solicitation with a response deadline of March 5, 2025. The project falls under NAICS code 237990, indicating it involves heavy and civil engineering construction related to infrastructure improvements. The scope of work emphasizes enhancing aquatic connectivity and fish passage at these crossings, which are critical for local ecosystems and fish migration. The project is open to qualified contractors and is part of Washington’s broader efforts to maintain and improve transportation infrastructure while supporting environmental conservation. Interested parties can find additional details and submit their responses through the provided online link. The contract does not specify set-aside categories, indicating it is open to all qualified bidders.