Bowman Awarded $2.2M Contract for ADA Design in Philadelphia

Award marks Bowman’s fifth consecutive ADA-related contract for pedestrian infrastructure enhancements in the city

RESTON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bowman Consulting Group Ltd. (NASDAQ: BWMN), a national engineering services firm, has been awarded a $2.2 million contract to design 1,236 ADA-compliant curb ramps at 355 intersections across the City of Philadelphia. This contract marks the fifth consecutive ADA-related assignment Bowman has undertaken in Philadelphia and aligns with the city’s broader initiative to install 10,000 ADA-compliant curb ramps by April 2038.

Under this new assignment, Bowman will provide comprehensive ADA design services, overseeing the engineering and design of curb ramps in compliance with PennDOT and City of Philadelphia standards, while also conducting right-of-way (ROW) assessments to ensure the designs remain within public property limits. As part of the contract, Bowman’s scope of work includes evaluating existing site conditions, developing alternative ramp configurations as needed, facilitating property owner coordination, addressing historic review requirements and providing ongoing design-related guidance throughout the project.

“Bowman is proud to support Philadelphia’s commitment to accessibility by designing thousands of ADA-compliant curb ramps and transit solutions across the city,” said Gary Bowman, chairman and CEO of Bowman. “Under our previous four contracts, we’ve delivered or are in the process of delivering 3,480 curb ramps at 920 intersections, with a combined value exceeding $5.1 million. Under this new contract and in anticipation of additional ADA ramp contracts expected from the city in the coming years, Bowman is well-positioned to continue enhancing Philadelphia’s pedestrian infrastructure in support of its long-term accessibility goals.”

Bowman’s expertise in ADA-compliant infrastructure extends across the country, supporting municipalities of all sizes in their mission to improve pedestrian accessibility. With a portfolio spanning thousands of curb ramps and transit solutions, Bowman has consistently demonstrated a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and intricacies involved in designing accessible public spaces. As communities nationwide prioritize more inclusive pedestrian networks, Bowman continues to lead the way, delivering practical solutions that enhance mobility for all.

About Bowman Consulting Group Ltd.

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Bowman is a national engineering services firm delivering infrastructure, technology and project management solutions to customers who own, develop and maintain the built environment. With over 2,300 employees in more than 100 locations throughout the United States, Bowman provides extensive planning, engineering, geospatial, construction management, commissioning, environmental consulting, land procurement and other technical services to customers operating in a diverse set of regulated end markets. Bowman trades on the Nasdaq under the symbol BWMN. For more information, visit bowman.com or investors.bowman.com.