RFQ-484-091525 Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) Services for District 7 - I-285

The contract involves providing Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) services along the I-285 corridor in District 7 of Metro Atlanta, covering Fulton and Cobb Counties. The scope includes contract administration, inspection, and materials sampling/testing for various project types such as new construction, widening, reconstruction, pavement rehabilitation, bridge replacement, safety, and resurfacing, with some inspections requiring night or weekend work. The work is performed at project sites within the specified corridor, with deliverables including inspection reports, sampling/test results, and administrative records, all adhering to GDOT standards and procedures. The contract emphasizes compliance with federal and state laws, including FHWA participation, and mandates quality control, inspector training, and resource management. It is structured as a multi-phase, project-specific agreement with flexible payment options (lump sum, cost-plus, or unit rates), to be negotiated after selection. The procurement process uses a qualifications-based, best-value trade-off approach, with a two-phase evaluation: initial qualification review focusing on personnel experience, resources, and past performance (weighted at 30%, 20%, and 10%, respectively), followed by a technical approach and past performance assessment (weighted at 40% and incorporated into overall scoring). The selection committee scores proposals numerically, ranks firms, and negotiates contracts with the top-ranked firm, with debriefings provided to all respondents. The RFQ, issued on August 15, 2025, closes on September 15, 2025, and the contract is awarded to the most qualified firm based on comprehensive evaluation criteria. The contract does not specify explicit FAR clauses but incorporates federal and state regulations, including cost principles under 48 CFR Part 31, DBE and EEO requirements, debarment certifications, and audit compliance. It mandates that all services conform to GDOT standards, with detailed personnel qualifications, conflict of interest disclosures, and certifications required from proposers. Submittal instructions specify a single electronic PDF upload via GDOT’s portal, with strict adherence to page limits, formatting, and submission deadlines. The agreement emphasizes confidentiality, proper labeling, and the delivery of all project records upon completion, with no explicit physical packaging or bar-coding requirements. Overall, the contract establishes a comprehensive framework for qualified firms to deliver high-quality CEI services under federal and state oversight, ensuring project compliance, transparency, and accountability.