Agency TRANSPORTATION DEPT

Contractor Widseth Smith Nolting, Inc.

SWIFT Contract Number B43483

Project Name Rating analysis of local bridges

Project Number (if applicable) 95885

Summarize purpose of the contract, including why it was necessary: With the introduction of Specialized Hauling Vehicles (SHVs) and the effects they have on the nation’s bridges, American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) implemented the SHV as a new posting vehicle. To address this concern and to fulfill the requirements of the NBIS (National Bridge Inspection Standards), implementation of a state wide program to reevaluate the load ratings of our state's local bridges for SHV is necessary.

Project Duration

Start Date Tue, 05/18/2010 - 00:00

Original end date Thu, 09/01/2011 - 00:00

Actual end date Sat, 08/20/2011 - 00:00

Did project finish on time? Yes

Total billable hours utilized (if applicable) {Empty}

Contract Amounts

Original contract: $192850.24

Amendments {Empty}

Contract total $176647.65

Did project finish within budget? Yes

What was the funding source? federal

Is this a sole source contract? No

If this was a single source contract, explain why the agency determined there was only a single source for the services (if applicable) {Empty}

Evaluator Name Moises Dimaculangan

Evaluator Email Address moises.dimaculangan@state.mn.us

Evaluate the contractor's timeliness The contractor performed work within the time frames identified in the contract/scope of work and kept the project on schedule.

Evaluate the contractor's quality The work was accurate and complete. The work was done in an efficient and effective manner.

Evaluate the contractor's cost Contractor’s invoices were accurate with appropriate backup documentation. The contractor has effectively managed the costs and the value of the product by going under the original contract amount.

Evaluate the contractor's overall performance The contractor’s representative is courteous, cooperative and has a professional approach in all forms of communication with the customer. They are knowledgeable about the project and have the expertise to provide assistance as requested. All deliverables were complete, accurate and submitted within the required time line using required forms.

Would you engage the contractor's services again? Yes

Describe any negative action taken during the duration of this contract (i.e., termination, pursuit of suspension, etc.): {Empty}

Please rate the overall experience with the contractor 5 - very satisfied