Professional Engineering Services for Bridge Rehabilitation at Oakbridge Blvd. Bridge Nos. 164504 and 164505

The City of Lakeland Public Works Engineering department is seeking professional engineering services under solicitation 2026-RFQ-135 to rehabilitate twin timber bridges, Nos. 164504 and 164505, located on Oakbridge Boulevard. These 76-foot structures, built in 1985, exhibit significant deterioration in the asphalt wearing surface, timber deck systems, structural members, and railing systems. The selected firm will be responsible for conducting a field investigation and deficiency survey to produce a Condition Assessment Report, followed by the development of comprehensive technical specifications, construction plans, and contract documents. The goal is to restore structural capacity and extend the useful life of the bridges while maintaining the existing roadway configuration and protecting the adjacent drainage canal. This procurement is conducted in accordance with the Florida Consultants’ Competitive Negotiation Act, which prohibits the inclusion of rates within the qualifications submission. The City will award the contract based on a points-based evaluation focusing on professional personnel capability, past performance on similar projects, ability to meet time and budget requirements, location, and minority business enterprise status. Respondents must submit their qualifications via the OpenGov portal by November 20, 2026, and must provide several certifications, including drug-free workplace, suspension and debarment, and public entity crimes certifications, along with a notarized human trafficking affidavit and Sunbiz registration. The Engineer of Record is also tasked with verifying permit-exempt status with regulatory agencies prior to developing the repair plans.