The purpose of this RFP is to select an engineering firm(s) based on their qualifications and experience of the firm’s personnel to perform bridge load rating analyses at DeCordova Bend Dam.
The Firm selected will enter into an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Professional Services Contract and shall thereafter, upon request, perform bridge load rating services.
A general scope of services will be developed in conjunction with a cost reimbursable contract between the BRA and the selected Engineering Firm(s). The following is an overview of services that may be required, but not limited to:
a. Work with the BRA to develop a scope of services and not-to-exceed fee for proposed services a. for each project.
b. Review existing documentation.
c. Conduct site visit(s) as necessary to verify geometry, dimensions, material properties, and conditions not adequately documented.
d. Perform nondestructive testing where necessary to confirm material properties.
e. Perform load rating analyses in accordance with current AASHTO Manual for Bridge Evaluation and applicable TXDOT Load Rating Manual for equipment such as trucks, tractors, cranes, etc.
f. Analyze both inventory and operating ratings.
g. Develop bridge model(s).
h. Provide load rating summary report(s) that are signed and sealed by a qualified structural engineer licensed in the State of Texas.
i. Provide third party expert opinion for other load rating analyses for facilities throughout the Brazos River basin.
Work under the anticipated contract will be billed on a cost reimbursable basis. Hourly costs for Firms staff will be included as an attachment to the contract and will be changed only by prior approval of the BRA. Each specific assignment will be set out in a Service Order under the Contract, and the scope and not-to-exceed fee for such Service Order will be negotiated in advance and approved individually by the BRA.
