How to bid on CR 33 Bridge Design Services for Rensselaer County

What Rensselaer County is buying

Rensselaer County is seeking design services for replacement of the CR 33 (East Road) bridge over Kinderhook Creek in Stephentown, New York. The planned replacement uses precast concrete three-sided span units on cast-in-place concrete footings.

This is a formal request for proposals, RFP-26-23. It may suit firms that provide bridge design services and have experience relevant to the planned replacement approach.

Key date and deadline

The RFP was published October 16, 2026. Responses are due November 5, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET.

Submit before the deadline through BidNet Direct or as the notice directs. Check the solicitation documents and any addenda for the submission instructions and requirements.

Who this opportunity may suit

This opportunity is for professional services firms that can provide design services for bridge replacement. Relevant experience with precast concrete three-sided span units and cast-in-place concrete footings may help a firm assess its fit for the project.

How to access and respond

Open the solicitation on BidNet Direct using the “View original source” option. The title and dates are public; sign in with a free BidNet Direct vendor account to view the full notice, documents, and addenda.

Submit your response through BidNet Direct or follow the submission method specified in the notice. Review the notice and all available addenda before preparing your proposal.

Prepare a clear, competitive proposal

Read the full RFP carefully and make a checklist of each requested item, format, and submission instruction. Use the solicitation’s language to show how your proposed design services address the project.

Explain relevant bridge design experience clearly and identify the people who would perform the work. Check your response for completeness and allow time to submit before the closing time.