RIDENBAUGH PEDESTRIAN CROSSING - DESIGN SERVICES

The City of Meridian is soliciting Qualifications from firms capable of providing professional design services for construction documents for a 10’ wide ADA-compliant multi-use pathway and pedestrian bridge crossing that seamlessly links existing paths on both sides of the Ridenbaugh canal, the (Ridenbaugh Pedestrian Crossing) project. It is anticipated that construction drawings would be ready for bid by May-June 2027.

The project location is along the east side of Meridian Rd./SH 69 just south of Victory Rd. where Meridian Rd./SH 69 crosses over the Ridenbaugh Canal.

The successful consultant will lead the preliminary engineering, final structural design, permitting, preparation of bid-ready construction documents and provide consulting services during the construction phase, as needed for a pedestrian bridge crossing over the Ridenbaugh canal. Consultant shall perform and carry out all necessary professional services and administration in a satisfactory manner.

Phase 1 – Preliminary Engineering & Site Assessment

• Surveys & Mapping: Topographic surveys as required to complete the design. Utility locations and mapping.
• Geotechnical Exploration: Soil borings and analysis to determine foundation and abutment criteria.

Phase 2 – Concepts, Design & Construction Drawings

• Prepare concept layout of pedestrian crossing for review and comment by City Parks.
• Prepare a preliminary construction cost estimate and submit to the City with concept layout
• Submit preferred concept plans to NMID for comment.
• Submit preferred concept plans to ITD for comment.
• Structural Design: Finalize structural type, sizing, and material selections (e.g., prefabricated steel truss, cast-in-place concrete, or timber) in accordance with the latest AASHTO Guide Specifications for Design of Pedestrian Bridges.
• NMID has conveyed that they will have specific fencing, gates, paved approach, and bridge railings
• ADA & Safety Compliance: Ensure appropriate slope profiles, safety railings, toe plates.
• Develop plans, specifications and cost estimate that meet current design standards and standard specifications of the City and the ISPWC. Technical Specifications will conform to the formatting of the ISPWC.
• An Erosion and Sediment Control Plan (ESCP) shall be prepared and submitted to the City for review. The ESCP shall be prepared in accordance with the City of Meridian Construction Storm Water Management Program. Engineer shall revise plans as necessary and resubmit.
• Submit a pdf of the plans and specifications to City Parks Department for Development Services and Environmental review. Engineer to revise plans as necessary and resubmit.
• Coordinate as necessary with NMID & ITD for design approvals.
• Submit three full size copies of the plans to Nampa Meridian Irrigation district for review and approval. It is anticipated that a license agreement will be needed with the irrigation district for the pedestrian crossing.
• Submit plans and specifications to ITD for review and approval. Engineer will revise plans as necessary and resubmit.
• Preparation and submittal of a Joint Application for Permit to the Army Corps of Engineers and the Idaho Department of Water Resources. City shall pay all fees associated with the agreement.
• Final Bid Package: Deliver 100% complete, stamped, bid-ready construction drawings, comprehensive project specifications, and a detailed independent engineer’s cost estimate

Phase 3 – Bidding & Construction Support

• Provide response to City Procurement for bidder inquiries for inclusion in future addenda.
• Review submittals and provide consulting services during the construction phase as needed to address questions, technical assistance and assist with project-related issues.

Qualifications must be submitted through the City’s Bonfire portal (https:/meridiancity.bonfirehub.com) prior to the due date and time. **Qualifications are due by 4:00 P.M. November 18, 2026.** No late proposals will be accepted. Proposals must be valid for a period of ninety (90) calendar days from the due date and time.

The City strongly recommends firms give sufficient time and submit proposals at least ONE (1) day before closing time to begin the uploading process and to finalize their submission.

Evaluation Criteria

• Technical Capability & Experience in Structural Bridge Design: 35 Points
• Qualifications of key personnel: 30 Points
• Project Approach: 20 Points
• Project Schedule: 15 Points

The Award will be made to the highest ranked responsible Respondent. The City may invite those respondents determined to be best qualified to make a presentation.

The successful proposer shall maintain General Liability One Million Dollars ($1,000,000) per incident or occurrence, Professional Liability/Professional errors and omissions One Million Dollars ($1,000,000) aggregate, Automobile Liability Insurance One Million Dollars ($1,000,000) per incident or occurrence and Workers’ Compensation Insurance in the statutory limits as required by law.

The agreement shall become effective upon execution by both parties, and shall expire upon completion of the agreed upon services.