New Jersey Department of Transportation – Solicitation TP‑862 (Technical Proposal – One‑Step Procurement)

This solicitation seeks a qualified consulting firm to provide construction‑inspection services for the Route 1 Northbound bridge over the Raritan River in Middlesex County, New Jersey. The firm must supply a Project Manager (PE‑licensed or NICET IV) and a team of bridge inspectors, office engineer, scheduler, and related staff, each meeting specific NICET and experience thresholds. The contract will be awarded on a cost‑plus fixed‑fee basis after a technical‑proposal evaluation that heavily weights staff qualifications, experience, and NJDOT consultant rating. The work period is expected to run from mid‑November 2026 through June 2030, requiring monthly on‑site inspections, coordination with NJDOT Resident Engineer, and adherence to strict documentation and certification requirements. • Scope: Construction‑inspection of bridge/roadway, on‑site quality control, monthly inspections, schedule management. • Mandatory staff: PE‑licensed Project Manager or NICET IV, Lead Bridge Inspector (NICET IV or 10 yr experience), three Bridge Inspectors (NICET III or 5 yr experience), Office Engineer (NICET III), Schedule Analyst (non‑rated). • Evaluation: 65 % weight on qualifications, 5 % on experience, plus NJDOT consultant rating; zero‑price evaluation at this stage. • Deliverables: Technical proposal with highlighted resumes, certifications, organization chart, letters of commitment, and required compliance forms (BRC, ownership disclosure, Iran/Russia certifications, AA/EEO evidence).