Agenda - Parks and Recreation Commission - 02/13/2014

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In developing the final skyway design, it is the City's goal to develop a structural solution that can be cost-effectively fabricated and erected within the various constraints and agency permitting for the project. To summarize, the City's priorities are: 1. Final Design completion at or under budget 2. Functionality and ability to reasonably maintain (general, and snow removal) 3. Constructability and cost 4.Specifications meeting MnDOT and Federal guidelines 5. Structure aesthetics Section 3. Design Considerations A. Bridge Use and Width: The pedestrian bridge is anticipated to have primarily pedestrian usage, but will also be designed to be accessible for bicyclists and be ADA compliant. The bridge width is to be designed to a minimum width of 10 ft. clear or a width of 14 ft. clear if feasible, and a height of 10 ft. clear. The height above #10 & #169 is to be identified as well as its relation to Riverdale Drive. B. Bridge Type: The goal of the improvements is to provide a functional, safe, cost- effective, visually appealing bicycle / pedestrian access - with the 'type' and roof as well as side treatments to be determined. C. Bridge Design Criteria: The bridge is to be designed using MnDOT and AASHTO Pedestrian Bridge Design Criteria - with all specifications to be pre -vetted for Federal funding. Section 4. Major Features of Proposed Construction The major project components include an approximately XXX ft. single span covered pedestrian/bike bridge, 10 ft. minimum or 14 ft. clear horizontal and 10 ft. clear vertical, streetscaping/ramps/landscaping and lighting on the approach to the skyway. It is anticipated that additional right of way may be required at the south end of the bridge. No elevators will be considered on the bridge approaches. Section 5. Budget and Tentative Schedule The total project budget is $100,000. This figure is all inclusive, and includes all design, City Staff and Consultant services, and all other costs of whatever nature. This RFP is for Professional Engineering services necessary to complete all final design and related engineering services. (Project Manager must be a licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Minnesota) The tentative schedule for the preliminary design phase is to begin work XXX of 2013 and provide preliminary plans including Structure Selection Report, specifications, and estimate by XXX of 2013. Final design will conclude XXX of 2013 with completed and agency approvals by February 2014. Section 6. Notes Regarding Scope of Services RFP 3 Mississippi Skyway