Structural Engineering Investigation and Assessment

The City of Blue Springs is seeking a structural engineering firm to perform a comprehensive investigation and assessment of the buildings located at 1104-1110 W. Main Street. The purpose of this investigation is to obtain detailed information regarding the structural systems, concealed building components, material types and conditions, and overall building integrity to assist the City in evaluating potential renovation, adaptive reuse, redevelopment, and occupancy options for the properties. The selected consultant shall conduct destructive and non-destructive investigations as necessary to adequately assess concealed structural and building envelope conditions and provide the City with a written report of all findings. Key tasks include: • Identification and evaluation of load-bearing walls and structural framing systems • Determination of structural layout and load paths throughout the buildings • Assessment of concealed conditions behind walls and ceilings • Evaluation of construction materials and their current condition • Investigation of building façade conditions concealed by existing metal siding systems • Assessment of exterior brick masonry located behind metal siding • Provide professional opinion regarding the feasibility of removing the existing metal siding and restoring the original masonry façade • Identification of structural deficiencies, deterioration, damage, settlement, movement, or other conditions affecting building reuse • Documentation of findings necessary to support future remodeling, rehabilitation, occupancy, and adaptive reuse planning The City reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to waive informalities or deficiencies therein to negotiate with any or all bidders or others for more favorable terms or prices and to award a contract to other than the bidder submitting the lowest cost bid proposal with or without negotiation.