The Complexity Factor for this project is 0. This project requires 25% DBE participation, or if the contract goal is not met, documented evidence of good faith efforts. Phase III engineering services are required to perform the Quality Assurance responsibilities of Hot-Mix Asphalt (HMA), Portland cement concrete (PCC) construction, Aggregate Gradation Control System (AGCS), Recycled Asphalt Paving (RAP) testing, Recycled Asphalt Shingles (RAS) testing, pipe, precast and prestressed inspections. Services and responsibilities include structural steel and miscellaneous materials inspection at various sources or jobsites. Independent Assurance sampling and testing for the department for both HMA and PCC according to Federal guidelines at both plants and jobsites. The department may have a need for a project manager to handle certain parts or full-time tasks such as staff management of Independent Assurance efforts, RAS testing program, a geographical area for Mixtures Control Unit, evaluation and reporting of Pay Factors for End Result Projects, special laboratory testing, and evaluation of mix designs and new products, etc. The Project Manager may require appropriate training and experience for the tasks, which they are assigned Questions concerning this Bulletin should be directed to: E-mail: DOT.ConsultantServices@illinois.gov Or mailing address: Bureau of Design and Environment 2300 South Dirksen Parkway Attn: Consultant Unit Room 330 Springfield, IL 62764 The Prime firm must be prequalified in the following categories to be considered for this project: Special Services (Quality Assurance HMA & Aggregate) Special Services (Quality Assurance PCC & Aggregate) Statements of Interest, including resumes of only the key people noted above, must be submitted electronically to the Central Bureau of Design and Environment through the Engineering Prequalification and Agreement System (EPAS). The method of contractor selection has not been determined at this time. IDOT - 09 - RFQ - Various Phase III Material Inspection Projects, Various Routes