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Request For Qualifications - Consultant Engineering Services For Liberty Street Sidewalk Gap Removal

City of Mount Vernon, City of Mount Vernon, OH·City

8 days until submission deadline — April 15, 2026

Mar 25, 2026
Posted Date
Apr 15, 2026
Submission Deadline
5 year term
Mount Vernon

Summary

The City of Mount Vernon is seeking qualified firms for consultant engineering services for the Liberty Street Sidewalk Gap Removal project. Services include project development, PS&E, and permitting.

Evaluation Criteria

Qualification/experience of Proposed Project Manager with Federally funded projects, Qualifications/Familiarity of Firm with Federal Small Business Enterprises (FSBE) Federally funded projects, Approach to project and ability to meet schedule and budget, Qualifications/experience with ADA requirements and design, Qualifications/experience with right-of-way acquisition utilizing Federal funds, Qualifications/experience with WSDOT/FHWA standards including permit process, such NEPA, involving Federal funds, Qualifications/experience in working with contractors as it relates to change orders, Mistakes experienced with Federally funded projects and how rectified.

Section 4.2 — Scope of Services and Deliverables

The selected vendor shall provide all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision necessary to perform the services described herein. Work shall commence within fifteen (15) calendar days of the Notice to Proceed and shall be completed within the timeframe specified in the project schedule attached as Exhibit B.

Proposals must include a detailed implementation timeline, staffing plan with key personnel qualifications, and three (3) references from comparable government engagements completed within the past five years. Evaluation will be based on technical approach (40%), experience and qualifications (30%), cost proposal (20%), and small business participation plan (10%).

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How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Mount Vernon?

To respond, review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 15, 2026.

What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?

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