Description
Gwinnett County is seeking a qualified firm to enter a firm‑price, sealed‑bid, annual contract for a broad suite of materials‑testing, field‑testing, laboratory, drilling, and related inspection services. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with the County retaining the right to split the award, negotiate terms, or reject all proposals. The initial term is one year with four optional one‑year renewals, and the County may terminate for cause (10‑day notice) or for convenience (30‑day notice). Bidders must price each line item on the detailed Bid Schedule and meet extensive qualification, insurance, and certification requirements.
• Scope includes roadway testing (asphalt core extraction, density, air‑void reporting), concrete and soil testing, non‑destructive structural evaluation, lab analyses (concrete, soil, asphalt, hazardous materials), drilling (auger, SPT, rock coring, well installation), and miscellaneous services such as quality‑control inspection, traffic control, and private utility location.
• Minimum qualifications: full‑service firm covering ≥80 % of first four schedule sections, 5 + years relevant experience, three references, key personnel résumés, QA program, AASHTO/GA‑DOT certifications, and conflict‑of‑interest disclosure.
• Required insurance includes $2 M CG liability, $1 M auto, statutory workers’ comp, and appropriate umbrella limits; the County must be named as additional insured.