City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE RELEASE
OF A REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ)
FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES RELATED TO
THE REHABILITATION OF THE SOUTH
FULTON AVENUE BRIDGE (BIN: 2225220)
Whereas, by letter dated November 6, 2024, the Deputy Commissioner of the Department of Public Works (“DPW”) has requested legislation authorizing the release of a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) seeking an engineering firm to provide design and construction inspection services for the rehabilitation of the South Fulton Avenue Bridge (BIN: 2225220); and
Whereas, the City of Mount Vernon recognizes the need for essential infrastructure improvements to the South Fulton Avenue Bridge (BIN: 2225220), which is integral to maintaining safe and effective transportation for residents and visitors; and
Whereas, to accomplish this, the City intends to solicit qualifications from experienced engineering firms for design and construction inspection services using the New York State County Highway Superintendents Association (NYSCHSA) Local Design Service Agreement (LDSA) procedures for Region 8; and
Whereas, the NYSCHSA has created a regional list of fifteen (15) qualified consultants, developed in collaboration with the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) Region 8 and multiple municipalities, to provide design and construction inspection services for federally or state-funded projects; and
Whereas, the selected firm will be tasked with conducting a comprehensive assessment of current bridge conditions, designing necessary improvements, and providing construction inspection services throughout the project to ensure compliance with state and federal standards; and
Whereas, the City Council’s authorization of this RFQ will enable the City to advance this project, ensuring the safety, structural integrity, and functionality of the South Fulton Avenue Bridge and maximizing the efficient use of available state funding; Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved That
The City of Mount Vernon, in City Council convened, does hereby ordain and enact:
Section 1. Authorization to Release Request for Qualifications (RFQ). The City Council authorizes the release of a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) seeking an engineering firm to provide design and construction inspection services for rehabilitating the South Fulton Avenue Bridge (BIN: 2225220).
Section 2. Selection Process. The City shall utilize the New York State County Highway Superintendents Association (NYSCHSA) Local Design Service Agreement (LDSA) procedures for Region 8. The RFQ shall be distributed to the fifteen (15) engineering firms identified on the Region 8 consultant list to solicit qualifications.
Section 3. Scope of Services. The selected engineering firm shall be responsible for:
1. Conducting a detailed assessment of the current conditions of the South Fulton Avenue Bridge.
2. Developing comprehensive design solutions to rehabilitate the bridge, ensuring compliance with applicable state and federal guidelines.
3. Providing construction inspection services throughout the rehabilitation process.
Section 4. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its passage by the City Council.