Prefabricated and Modular Bridges
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23723
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The Washington State Department of Enterprise Services (DES) has established a cooperative purchasing contract (Contract #23723) for the procurement of prefabricated and modular bridges. This contract is designed to streamline and facilitate the acquisition of bridge structures for Washington state agencies, political subdivisions, and members of the Oregon Cooperative Purchasing Program (ORCPP), ensuring broad access to competitively sourced bridge solutions.
Purpose and Scope:
The primary objective of this contract is to provide eligible entities with a reliable and efficient mechanism for purchasing prefabricated and modular bridges. The contract is strictly limited to the supply of bridge structures themselves and does not encompass installation or related construction services. Agencies requiring installation or other public works services are directed to consult their respective Public Works or Capital Works Project divisions, as such activities fall under different statutory and procurement requirements.
Contract Structure and Categories:
The contract is organized into three distinct categories, each awarded to specialized contractors:
- Category 1: Vehicle Bridges
- Category 2: Weathered Steel Trail Bridges
- Category 3: Fiberglass Trail Bridges
Awarded Contractors and Contact Information:
- **Arete Structures, LLC** (Category 3: Fiberglass Trail Bridges)
- John Mauney: [email protected] | (828) 284-0666
- Shawn Ausel: [email protected] | (828) 983-7999
- **Meltar Supply, LLC** (Category 3: Fiberglass Trail Bridges)
- Tara Kramer: [email protected] | (503) 957-2840
- Brandon Weyant: [email protected] | (814) 289-1476
- **Contech Engineered Solutions, LLC** (Category 1: Vehicle Bridges; Category 2: Weathered Steel Trail Bridges)
- Vanessa Ledezema: [email protected] | (972) 590-2022
- Doug Myers: [email protected] | (253) 797-8293
Key Requirements and Deliverables:
- The contract covers only the purchase of prefabricated and modular bridge structures; installation and engineering services are expressly excluded.
- All purchases must reference DES Contract #23723 in communications and purchase orders.
- There are no pre-established pricing sheets; purchasers must specify their bridge requirements to the contractor, who will then provide a tailored quote.
- While secondary competitive solicitations are not required due to the competitive nature of the master contract, it is recommended that purchasers seek at least two quotes when multiple contractors are available for a category.
- No additional fees or tariffs are authorized beyond the agreed contract terms. Any unauthorized charges must be reported to the DES Contract Administrator.
Compliance and Special Considerations:
- The contract is established under RCW 39.26 and complies with prevailing wage requirements (RCW 39.12) as applicable to ordinary maintenance services.
- It is not intended to fulfill requirements for public works or engineering services under RCW 39.04, RCW 39.80, or RCW 18.43.
- All public agencies must adhere to their jurisdiction’s laws and procurement rules, especially for projects that may include public works elements.
- The DES Facility Professional Services (FPS) and Engineering & Architectural Services (E&AS) teams are available to provide guidance on related professional services and public works contracting.
Contract Administration and Support:
- The designated DES Contract Administrator is David Hallock, who should be contacted for any questions or issues related to contract use.
- Purchasers are encouraged to provide feedback on contractor performance via the Vendor and Contract Performance Feedback form to support continuous improvement.
Location and Duration:
- The place of performance is Washington State (State Code: WA).
- The contract was posted on May 10, 2024, and responses are accepted through April 10, 2027.
For further details, including access to contract documents and FAQs, interested parties should visit the official contract summary page: https://apps.des.wa.gov/DESContracts/Home/ContractSummary/23723.
This contract represents a strategic sourcing solution for agencies seeking high-quality prefabricated and modular bridge structures, with clear guidelines, competitive sourcing, and robust administrative support to ensure successful procurement outcomes.