Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans) anticipates posting the Request for Proposals (RFP) to the Short-listed bidders in November 2023. The Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans) releases this Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to solicit Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from those entities (Bidders) interested in contracting to serve as the Design-Builder for the completion of the Interstate 91 (I-91) Bridge Improvement Project "LYNDON IM 091-3(53)" in Caledonia County, Vermont. VTrans is seeking an innovative Design-Builder to bring creativity and problem-solving skills to the design and construction of this project. The Project is located in Lyndon, Vermont on I-91 approximately 1.2 miles north of Exit 24. A location map is included in the RFQ Information Package. The project includes the replacement of the existing corrugated galvanized metal plate pipes (CGMPP) on I-91; bridge 96-3N (8' diameter x 366' long under an average fill depth of 70') and bridge 96-3S (8' diameter x 308' long under an average fill depth of 55'). The existing structures were built in 1973, and currently have a culvert rating of 5 (Fair), and a channel rating of 6 (Satisfactory). The Project includes, but is not limited to: Complete replacement of bridges 96-3N and 96-3S. Maintaining streams and waterways. Maintaining a minimum of one lane of I91 northbound and one lane of I91 southbound at all times. The total project length is approximately 3.7 miles along I-91, including the traffic control limits. This description and project length are approximate only and based on the VTrans Base Technical Concept. The final project length may vary depending on the Design-Builder's concept submitted in the Technical Proposal in response to the RFP. No permanent right-of-way impacts are anticipated for this Project. Securing all temporary rights-of-way shall be the responsibility of the Design-Builder. The Town of Lyndon owns a municipal waterline within the project limits. This waterline may require temporary and/or permanent relocations to facilitate construction of the Project. The specific scope of work related to the waterline will be detailed in the RFP. The Design-Builder Work under this Project will consist of providing the necessary design and construction, including design quality management and construction quality control. All questions related to this RFQ shall be forwarded to Point of Contact Stacy Andre, Administrative Services Manager, Contract Administration, by e-mail at AOT.ConstructionContractingInquiry@vermont.gov Deadline to submit questions December 8, 2022 at 4:30 P.M. (prevailing local time) VTrans will respond to questions December 13, 2022 Evaluation and recommendations complete January 2023 Notification to Bidders of the Short-list February 2023 RFP Release Date March 2023 Proposals are due July 2023 Award Date November 2023