What the buyer needs
AI summaryThe County of Ulster seeks an onshore, U.S.-based consultant to provide onsite design services for the Conyes Bridge under RFP-UC26-060. The required scope includes a topographic field survey covering 50 feet from the roadway centerline for approximately 1,000 feet, structural design, substructure design, highway design, and maintenance and protection of traffic plans during construction. Prospective responders must return a receipt confirmation form within five working days of receiving the bid package and submit any questions by December 8, 2026. No pre-proposal meeting is currently scheduled, and responders must provide a statement of qualifications along with proof of New York State workers' compensation, disability benefits, and at least two million dollars in commercial general liability insurance. A committee of Ulster County representatives will evaluate proposals based on the overall plan (35 points), fee proposal (30 points), qualifications and experience (20 points), understanding of goals (10 points), and local economic development (up to 5 points).
Scope of work
- Topographic field survey and data collection
- Preliminary and detailed bridge and highway design
- Environmental and right-of-way services
- Construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates
- Advertising, bid opening, and award support
- Construction support services
- Construction inspection services
- Cost and progress reporting
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| OVERALL PLAN TO PROVIDE REQUIRED SERVICES | 35 Points |
| FEE/PRICING PROPOSAL | 30 Points |
| QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE | 20 Points |
| UNDERSTANDING OF COUNTY'S GOALS AND OBJECTIVES | 10 Points |
| LOCAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT | 5 Points |
Minimum qualifications
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensed and registered in New York State for documents requiring endorsement
- Minimum of three references, excluding Ulster County, for similar completed projects
- Trained inspection personnel approved by the County prior to assignment
- Fully licensed, experienced, and properly qualified to perform the services
Documents to include with your response
- RFP Response Checklist
- Fee/Cost Proposal (original and one photocopy)
- Electronic copy of Technical and Fee Proposal (MS Word and PDF)
- Assumed Name Certification
- Organization Information Form
- Disclosure of Ownership Interest Certification Form
- Affidavit of Non-Collusion
- Insurance Requirements / Insurance Statement
- Receipt Confirmation Form (within 5 working days of receiving package)
How to submit
- Method
- Sealed hard copy and electronic copy
- Instructions
- Mail or deliver sealed package to Ulster County Department of General Services, 100 Development Court, Kingston, NY 12401, including one original and one photocopy of the Fee/Cost Proposal in a separate envelope marked COST PROPOSAL, plus one electronic copy in MS Word and PDF format.
