The Colorado Division of Parks and Wildlife is seeking professional engineering and design services for the Left Ingress Deceleration Lane at Salida East Campground. The selected consultant will be responsible for designing, obtaining approval, assisting with bidding, and providing construction management for the project. The scope of work includes coordination with CDOT Region 5, cultural and environmental clearances, surveying and geotechnical analysis, engineering construction drawings, project management, and construction observation. Key considerations for the selection process include experience with similar projects, project management experience, firm location, and the experience and background of the firm's project manager and staff.
• The project is located in Chaffee County, US Hwy 50 Mile Marker 224.27 Left, Salida, CO.
• The project requires a left ingress deceleration lane and a concrete apron.
• The selected consultant will be responsible for ensuring all requirements set forth in the CDOT permit and any needed cultural and environmental clearances are met.
• The project schedule includes an RFQ advertisement on Monday, March 9, 2026, and a submission deadline of Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at 3:00 PM.
• The selection process will involve a review of statements of qualification, oral interviews, and a final selection notification on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.