Subsurface Utility Engineering Services

The Weld County solicitation B2500126 seeks qualified Contract Professionals to provide Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) services within Weld County, Colorado. The project involves detailed investigation, mapping, and verification of underground utilities such as gas, water, electrical, and other infrastructure to support planning and construction activities. The contract size is estimated between 500,000 and 2,000,000 dollars, with the work encompassing comprehensive utility data collection, including test excavations, surface feature surveys, and adherence to industry standards like ASCE 38-02 and OSHA regulations for confined space entry. The scope emphasizes precise horizontal and vertical utility positioning, with data referencing the State Plane Coordinate System and NAVD-88 vertical datum, and requires deliverables such as utility plan sets, data sheets, and updated drawings. The procurement process is a best-value trade-off, prioritizing technical merit over price, with proposals evaluated based on scope understanding, critical issue resolution, schedule, project control, and local familiarity. The evaluation also includes an interview component assessing approach, project management, and presentation quality. Contract clauses are custom-drafted, covering indemnity, non-assignment, compliance, and insurance requirements, notably mandating professional liability coverage, workers’ compensation, and additional insured status for the County. The contract is non-exclusive, with provisions for amendments, extensions, and conflict of interest adherence, and is governed by Colorado law. Deliverables are subject to inspection and acceptance at the County’s discretion, with performance expected at the project site, and the contract emphasizes strict adherence to safety, accuracy, and documentation standards. Proposal submissions are due by December 5, 2025, via email or BidNet, with a 25-page limit, and must include all required certifications, insurance certificates, and forms as specified in the solicitation.