Consultant selection will be in accordance with the provisions of 27 DCMR Chapter 2620 through 2633. Work consists of performing detailed condition inspections and evaluations of District bridges in accordance with the DDOT Bridge Inspection Manual of Procedures and the National Bridge Inspection Standards suitable for entry into the DDOT Pontis database. Included is conducting condition and element level inspections, reporting critical findings, inventory verification and updating, report preparation, providing all materials and equipment for access to structures, traffic control and other miscellaneous work necessary to complete the required tasks. The Consultant will also be required to perform requested load ratings, calculations, design temporary supports and retrofit details, conduct materials testing and instrumentation and make recommendations for repairs. The prospective consultant is expected to participate in a timely, seamless transition of bridge inspection services from the current Consultant to their responsibility.  The thoroughness, accuracy and quality of contract deliverables shall be equal to, or superior to current contract deliverables.