Washington County Board of Commissioners AM Work Session, 06/16/26

The Washington County Board of Commissioners held a work session on June 16, 2026, primarily focused on the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program (IBR). The meeting included a detailed presentation on the project's status, funding, and upcoming procurement activities. Key procurement-related updates included the anticipated release of a Request for Proposals (RFP) in late 2026, targeting contractor selection in 2027 and construction commencement in 2028 using a progressive design-build approach. The project budget was discussed, with a current cost estimate of approximately $7.65 billion, including $2.1 billion in federal funds and $1.5 billion projected from toll revenues. The board expressed support for advancing the project phase and the associated Metropolitan Transportation Improvement Program (MTIP) amendments, which are critical for moving toward construction. Additionally, the contract will include a small business participation goal and a 15% apprenticeship requirement as mandated by Washington state law. The meeting concluded with a motion to enter executive session regarding exempt records.