RFQS # 6000003522 - GEORGE WASHINGTON BRIDGE ("GWB") - MASTER AGREEMENTS FOR GENERAL CONSTRUCTION SERVICES ON A WORK ORDER BASIS

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is soliciting qualifications under RFQS 6000003522 to establish multiple Master Agreements for general construction services on a work order basis. The primary objective is to maintain a state of good repair for the George Washington Bridge and its associated facilities, including the main span, bus station, New Jersey and New York Henry Hudson approaches, and the Trans-Manhattan Expressway. The scope specifically emphasizes protective coating and corrosion protection systems. These Master Agreements are anticipated to have a three-year duration with two optional one-year extensions. The selection process utilizes a pass/fail evaluation based on the respondents' qualifications. Key requirements include a Project Manager and Superintendent each possessing at least 15 years of experience in comparable transportation structure projects. Firms must provide a three-year history of their Insurance Experience Modification Rate, with any rate exceeding 1.2 requiring a written explanation. Additionally, the Authority mandates strict adherence to safety records, including OSHA logs, and may impose multi-layered security requirements due to the critical nature of the infrastructure. Submission deadlines are set for November 5, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. ET, with only electronic uploads accepted. Required documentation includes the Agreement on Terms of Discussion, a Contractor’s Qualification Statement, and a Business Qualification Questionnaire. The Port Authority has established good faith outreach goals for non-federally funded work, targeting 20 percent MBE, 10 percent WBE, and 3 percent SDVOB participation, while federally funded work orders may be subject to DBE requirements under 49 CFR Part 26. Bonding requirements, including performance and payment bonds, will be determined on an individual work order basis.