RIDOT: Request for Qualifications - D/B Services Washington Bridge Replacement

The Rhode Island Department of Transportation is seeking qualified design-build teams through a Request for Qualifications to replace the Washington Bridge No. 700. The project involves comprehensive reconstruction, including replacing the superstructure and substructure of the westbound bridge, which features five lanes and shoulders, as well as completing two additional bridges and associated highway interchange work from a previous contract. Key tasks encompass utility relocations, new signage and structures, drainage improvements, barrier and guardrail upgrades, resurfacing, and roadway and ramp reconstruction. The contract aims to deliver a modernized, safer, and more durable bridge infrastructure, with an estimated project size ranging from $50 million to $150 million. Interested vendors must submit their qualifications by November 26, 2024. The solicitation is posted by the Rhode Island Department of Transportation and is open to qualified firms under the NAICS code 541310. The project emphasizes a best value approach, encouraging teams with proven experience in large-scale bridge replacement and highway reconstruction projects. Additional details and the full solicitation can be accessed through the Rhode Island procurement portal, where vendors can view the documents and respond accordingly.