Request for Qualifications: Hamilton County Bridge No. 250 Design Services

The Hamilton County Board of Commissioners is seeking Statements of Qualifications from prequalified Architectural and Engineering firms to provide professional design and engineering services for the replacement of Bridge No. 250, located at Hazel Dell Parkway over Blue Woods Creek in Indiana. This procurement follows a qualifications-based selection method compliant with FHWA and INDOT requirements, with potential funding through the FHWA Emergency Relief Program. The scope of work encompasses comprehensive engineering design, including structural analysis, hydraulic and hydrologic modeling, geotechnical investigations, and environmental field surveys. The selected consultant will be responsible for delivering a complete Plans, Specifications, and Estimates package, along with various technical reports and survey deliverables, adhering to 2026 INDOT Standard Specifications and the FHWA Highway Bridge Program. Submissions must be uploaded via the County's OpenGov Procurement portal by September 28, 2026, at 1:15 pm. Evaluation is based on firm qualifications, project approach, and past performance; the solicitation explicitly prohibits the submission of price or cost-related information during the initial selection process. The awarded contract will utilize either a Cost-Plus-Fixed-Fee or Cost-Reimbursement structure. Key compliance requirements include adherence to the Byrd Anti-Lobbying Amendment for awards over 100,000 dollars, domestic preference for materials, and prevailing wage standards under the Davis-Bacon Act. Firms must be prequalified by INDOT in relevant categories such as bridge design and geotechnical engineering to be eligible for award.