A government authority in Georgetown, SC is seeking proposals from fully qualified and licensed engineering firms to conduct a one-time structural assessment and inspection of a pedestrian timber bridge. The selected firm will be responsible for performing a comprehensive condition assessment adhering to National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS) and the SCDOT Bridge Inspection Guidance Document.

The scope of work includes conducting an inspection site visit, assessing the bridge from both above and below the deck, and utilizing suitable methods to observe below-deck conditions. Following the inspection, the firm must prepare a detailed report summarizing significant findings, describing the structure and its current condition, identifying the precise locations of deficiencies, and providing a structural evaluation with recommendations for repair. Photographs documenting observed deficiencies should be included, along with an estimate of repair costs based on the findings.