Automated Pavement Condition Data Collection Services

Background
The City of Raleigh, the capital of North Carolina, is one of the fastest-growing areas in the country, known for its strong economy and educational institutions. The City aims to enhance its pavement management program by adopting automated pavement condition data collection services. This initiative aligns with the City's mission to improve environmental sustainability and quality of life for its citizens through innovative practices.

Work Details
The contractor will provide automated pavement condition data collection services, which include:
- Initial calibration verification;
- Automated data collection of pavement distress data and optional inventory data from right-of-way (ROW) video;
- Data quality management.

The survey will utilize a profiler and/or an automated 3D Laser Crack Measurement System (LCMS) to collect data on approximately 1160 miles of local roads. Data collection will include high-resolution digital images taken at intervals of 20 feet or less. The collected data must be delivered in tabular format with GIS identifiers and must adhere to the specifications outlined in the City of Raleigh Data Dictionary.

Period of Performance
The contract will commence upon signing and is expected to last a minimum of three years, with two optional one-year renewals. The preferred timeline for data collection is from March 2026 to August 2026.

Place of Performance
The services will be performed within the City of Raleigh, North Carolina, covering local roads throughout the city.

Bidder Requirements
Proposers must demonstrate experience with similar projects, provide financial stability documentation, and submit a MWBE Participation Form if applicable. The contractor must also comply with non-discrimination policies and maintain appropriate insurance coverage.