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The Northwest Piedmont Rural Planning Organization (NWPRPO) proposes a feasibility study assessing bicycle and pedestrian connectivity between the existing Jonesville Greenway and Rockford Rd in North-Central Yadkin County, following the Yadkin River. The proposed length of this project measures approximately 13.5 miles, following the path of the Yadkin River. The western terminus would connect to the existing Jonesville Greenway in the Town of Jonesville. This connection would provide access to plentiful retail space, outdoor recreation opportunities, healthcare, and government services. Of note in this particular case is the approximately 56 privately owned parcels along the River that would require transportation easements for project development to occur. The eastern terminus at Rockford Rd. represents an important crossing of the Yadkin River between Yadkin and Surry Counties. Directly across the River in Surry County exists the community of Rockford which serves as hub of current and planned Surry County trails. This route is identified in the Yadkin Valley Regional Bike Plan, the Jonesville Pedestrian Transportation Plan, and the Davie, Surry, Yadkin Regional Comprehensive Transportation Plan. Additionally, it provides connections to established and published bike lanes in Yadkin County, Surry County, and the statewide Mountains-to-Sea Trail. The study proposes to assess the feasibility of options for installing a multiuse path roughly following the banks of the Yadkin River. Alternate examinations will also include the feasibility of a greenway facility coursing in a more direct route to Rockford Rd. All of these options aim to provide safe and efficient bicycle and pedestrian access to an area that includes area schools, multiple commercial and industrial employers, and recreation facilities. Considerations will include the need for potential rights-of-way acquisitions and utility relocations. In addition to improving bicycle and pedestrian transportation options, economic benefits, recreation, public health and community place-making are all aspects that will be inherent to the considerations of options. This will be accomplished by:

• examining existing conditions and local and regional public and private resources
• bringing together key stakeholders and community members to participate in an intensive three-day charrette addressing defined priorities
• assembling the results and outcomes of the charrette, and producing a concise report on recommended options, alternatives, policies and action steps

 
Electronic LOIs should be submitted in .pdf format using software such as Adobe, CutePDF PDF Writer, Docudesk deskPDF, etc.

LOIs SHALL be received ELECTRONICALLY no later than 12:00 PM, June 29, 2026.

The address for electronic deliveries is: cspradling@ptrc.org

LOIs received after this deadline will not be considered.

Except as provided below any firm wishing to be considered must be properly registered with the Office of the Secretary of State and with the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors. Any firm proposing to use corporate subsidiaries or subcontractors must include a statement that these companies are properly registered with the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors and/or the NC Board for Licensing of Geologists. The Engineers performing the work and in responsible charge of the work must be Version: 2019.11.04.RJS 3 registered Professional Engineers in the State of North Carolina and must have a good ethical and professional standing. It will be the responsibility of the selected private firm to verify the registration of any corporate subsidiary or subcontractor prior to submitting a Letter of Interest. Firms which are not providing engineering services need not be registered with the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors. Some of the services being solicited may not require a license. It is the responsibility of each firm to adhere to all laws of the State of North Carolina. The firm must have the financial ability to undertake the work and assume the liability. The selected firm(s) will be required to furnish proof of Professional Liability insurance coverage in the minimum amount of $1,000,000.00. The firm(s) must have an adequate accounting system to identify costs chargeable to the project.