WA NP MORA 11(1), Fryingpan Creek Bridge

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document comprises two main parts: a "Summary of Quantities" for "Schedule A" and "Schedule B" for the Fryingpan Creek Bridge project (WA NP MORA 11(1)), and detailed drawings and specifications for the same project (NPS PMIS NO. 239144).

Summary of Quantities:

• Lists estimated quantities for various pay items (e.g., Mobilization, Excavation, Concrete, Steel, Bridge Railing, Culverts, Traffic Control).
• Quantities are broken down by project sections (e.g., Plan-Profile, Parking, Drainage, Bridge).
• Includes units of measure and remarks like "Contract Quantity".

Drawings and Specifications:

• General Notes and Specifications covering design loads and materials.
• Detailed bridge plans, elevations, and foundation layouts (including drilled shafts).
• Traffic control plans for temporary and permanent measures.
• Specific details for stone masonry replication, railings, and expansion joints.
• Reinforcing bar lists and typical bend details.
• Plan for the removal of the existing bridge.
• Structural components include steel plate girders, concrete abutments, and wingwalls.
• Materials specified include concrete, steel (epoxy-coated, weathering), and stone masonry.
• Dimensions provided for bridge length (218'-6"), roadway width, and girder spacing.

This document is critical for bidders to accurately estimate costs, plan project execution, and ensure compliance. The quantity summary provides the basis for material and labor take-offs. The detailed drawings and specifications outline all technical requirements, construction standards, material specifications, and aesthetic considerations (like matching historic stone masonry). Understanding the bridge removal plan and traffic control measures is also essential for project planning.

Solicitation

This solicitation is for the "Fryingpan Creek Bridge Replacement Project" (Project Number: WA NP MORA 11(1)). The project involves the replacement and realignment of the Fryingpan Creek Bridge, culverts, and associated parking facilities within Mount Rainier National Park, Washington. The work includes excavating approximately 20 cubic yards and discharging approximately 114 cubic yards of fill material. Specific project elements include replacing four existing culverts, adding rip rap to the bridge abutments, increasing impervious surface area of Sunrise Road and associated parking lot by 0.49 acres, removing the old bridge structure, and adding a log jam structure.

• Construction of a new bridge and associated infrastructure.

• Replacement of existing culverts.

• Addition of rip rap to bridge abutments.

• Increase in impervious surface area for Sunrise Road and parking lot.

• Removal of the old bridge structure.

• Addition of a log jam structure.

• Work is to be performed under two separate bid schedules, A and B, and bidders must complete both.

• Compliance with Standard Specifications for Construction of Roads and Bridges on Federal Highway Projects, FP-14.

• Use of U.S. Customary units of measure.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price with Economic Price Adjustment.

• Period of Performance: Commencement within 10 calendar days after notice to proceed, completion not later than 09/28/2029 for Schedule A and B.

• Estimated Price Range: $15,000,000 to $25,000,000.

• Bids are due by 06/18/2026 at 1400 local time.

• Electronic bids will not be accepted; submit printed copy of bid.

• Proposal submission requires a completed "Authority to Sign" document and completed Representations & Certifications.

• A bid bond is required.

• Price Evaluation Factor: A 10% factor will be applied to an apparent low bid from a large business if a HUBZone small business also bids.

• This invitation for bids requires a low bidder who is a LARGE business to submit an acceptable subcontracting plan prior to contract award. This requirement does not apply to SMALL businesses.

• Prospective bidders are encouraged to view the project site. No Federal Highway Administration personnel will be available for site visits.

• General and technical questions regarding proposed work will be accepted until 5 business days from the due date.

• Electronic plan sheets are available at the provided SAM.gov link.

• Facsimile and email bids are not authorized.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides a clarification regarding the advertisement timeline for the Frying Pan Bridge Project.

• Advertisement Timeline: The project is now anticipated to be advertised for bid in Spring 2026 (April/May), a change from the original plan of December 2025.

This clarification provides updated information on the expected advertisement date, which may affect bidder planning for this opportunity.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document provides preliminary information regarding the Fryingpan Creek Bridge project, located along Sunrise Park Road within Mount Rainier National Park. It is intended to help prospective bidders identify the project location and type of work. The project will be advertised when viewing conditions may be difficult due to snow and seasonal road closures (October-May). Bidders are encouraged to view the project during the fall.

• Bridge replacement: Construction of a single span, 218.5-foot long steel plate girder bridge with a cast-in-place concrete deck. Abutments will be founded on deep foundations (drilled shafts).

• Demolition of the existing steel arch girder bridge upon completion of the new structure.

• Roadway realignment.

• Parking lot construction.

• Minor pipe culvert replacement.

• Stone masonry work: Includes removing, salvaging, constructing, and pointing stone masonry. New masonry should match the character of existing historic masonry. Supplement rock may be sourced from avalanche chutes on Stevens Canyon Road.

• Solicitation Number: 69056726B000001

• The solicitation documents will be available during the winter of 2026. The actual date of solicitation release should be monitored on SAM.gov.

• Technical questions must be submitted via email to wfl.plans-spec@dot.gov.

• General questions can be directed to wfl.contracts@dot.gov or by phone at 360-619-7520.

Not specified in this document.

• No Federal Highway Administration personnel will be available for show-me tours.
• Current road closure status can be found at https://www.nps.gov/mora/planyourvisit/road-status.htm.
• To receive automatic notifications for the solicitation release on SAM.gov, bidders must be logged in and select the “Follow” feature.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines a project for the replacement of the Fryingpan Creek Bridge at Mount Rainier National Park in Pierce County, WA. The work includes bridge replacement, roadway realignment, parking lot improvements, minor pipe culvert replacement, and stone masonry. The new bridge will be a single span, 218.5-foot long steel plate girder bridge with a cast-in-place concrete deck, founded on deep foundation drilled shafts. The existing steel arch girder bridge will be demolished upon completion of the new structure.

• Construction of a single span, 218.5-foot long steel plate girder bridge with cast-in-place concrete deck.

• Abutments founded on deep foundations (drilled shafts).

• Demolition of the existing steel arch girder bridge.

• Roadway realignment.

• Parking lot improvements.

• Minor pipe culvert replacement.

• Stone masonry.

• Various earthwork, aggregate, asphalt, and concrete paving elements.

• Slope reinforcement and retaining walls.

• Incidental construction including culverts, inlets, curbing, sidewalks, and masonry.

• Traffic control measures, including permanent and temporary markings, barricades, drums, flaggers, and signage.

• Facilities and services, including a field office and bicycle storage racks.

• Mitigation efforts such as log deflectors and root wads.

• Estimated Price Range: $10 million to $20 million.

• Project length: 0.27 miles.

• Tentative Fixed Completion Date: Summer 2029.

• Tentative Solicitation Date: Winter 2026.

• Not specified in this document. Refer to SF-1442 for further details.

• Not specified in this document.

• The document provides a detailed breakdown of work items in US Customary Units across various divisions (150-600), including quantities for each item.

Plans / Drawings

This document contains detailed engineering plans and drawings for the Fryingpan Creek Bridge project within Mount Rainier National Park. It includes general information, project location maps, design details for roadway construction, utility trenches, MSE walls, parking lots, and trailheads. Significant attention is given to drainage and waterway structures, including culverts, headwalls, riprap, and temporary stream diversions. Erosion and sediment control measures are extensively detailed, along with specific plans for the bridge waterway, such as deflector log structures. Survey control data is also provided.

• Bridge Structure: Detailed drawings of abutments, wingwalls, drilled shafts, steel girders, deck, approach slabs, expansion joints, and railings.
• Reinforcing Steel Schedules: Lists of rebar sizes, types, quantities, and dimensions.
• Traffic Control: Plans for temporary and permanent traffic control, including sign locations, lane closures, and pavement markings.
• Site Details: Drawings related to MSE walls, stone masonry, and site grading.
• Specifications: Details on materials, construction methods, and standards (e.g., welding, concrete, steel, pavement markings).

These comprehensive plans, drawings, and specifications are critical for bidders to understand the full scope of work, material requirements, construction methodologies, and site conditions for the Fryingpan Creek Bridge replacement and associated infrastructure improvements. They provide the technical specifications and visual representations necessary for accurate bidding, cost estimation, development of construction plans, and ensuring compliance with project requirements.