Ottawa County Port Clinton #B26-14

Ottawa County Seeks Consultants for 2026 Bridge Inspection and Load Rating Services

Ottawa County Engineer's Office is seeking qualified consultants for 2026 Bridge Inspection and Load Rating Services in Ohio. - Government Buyer: - Ottawa County Engineer's Office (Oak Harbor, OH) - Products/Services Requested: - Bridge Inspection Services - Field inspection and documentation of in-service bridges (routine and specialized, including Non-Redundant Steel Tension Member inspections) - Bridge load rating analyses for new or deteriorating structures - Data entry into the AssetWise system - Timely reporting in compliance with FHWA and ODOT guidelines - Development of maintenance items and coordination with the County Engineer's Office - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Consultants must be prequalified by ODOT in Level 1 Bridge Inspection and Bridge Load Rating categories - Experience with Element Level Bridge Inspection and local public agencies in Ohio is required - Compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act - Selection based on Letters of Interest, with evaluation criteria including management, staff experience, workload, past performance, and project approach - Payment is hourly, based on actual work and equipment use; no fee escalation during contract term - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation

Description

The Ottawa County Engineer’s office is soliciting Letters of Interest for 2026 Bridge Inspection Services. The selected consultant will provide field inspection and documentation of in-service bridges on the Ottawa County inventory, including bridge load rating analyses and reporting in compliance with FHWA and ODOT guidelines. The scope includes routine and specialized inspections, load rating, and coordination with the County Engineer's Office. Responses are due by May 15, 2026, and must be submitted to the Ottawa County Engineer’s Office in Oak Harbor, Ohio.

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