Allegheny County Sanitary Authority - Underground Utility Locating Services - RFQ 2026
Allegheny County Sanitary AuthorityUtility District · Pittsburgh, PA- Due
- Oct 21, 2026
- 5 days left
- Posted
- Sep 16, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Tawanda Stamps
- (412) 766-4810
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Allegheny County Sanitary Authority (ALCOSAN) is seeking proposals via Request for Qualifications (RFQ) from qualified utility locating companies to provide underground utility locating services for sewer infrastructure in Pittsburgh, PA. The contract covers ongoing daily requests received from the PA One Call system per Pennsylvania Act 50, handling approximately 5,600 notifications annually. Scope requires qualified staff, vehicles, paint, flagging, and locating equipment; ticket management in Utilisphere or compatible software; facility location and mapping; safety and confidentiality of location maps and records; notifications to excavators; photographic documentation; daily activity reports; and 3-year record retention. The base contract period is two years (August 2027 to July 2029) with two one-year option periods. Submittals are due by October 21, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., with a non-mandatory informational meeting scheduled via Microsoft Teams on October 1, 2026. The evaluation criteria include firm history, assigned personnel, related experience, schedule and budget adherence, local geography familiarity, local office presence, project requirements understanding, and 10-25% MBE/WBE and 3% SDVOSB participation.
Firm’s history and resource capability to perform required services, Evaluation of assigned personnel, Related experience, Ability to meet schedule and project budget, Familiarity with local area geography and facilities, Local office within Allegheny County, Ability to relate to project requirements, MBE/WBE/SDV Participation
SUMMARY
The Allegheny County Sanitary Authority (ALCOSAN) is seeking proposals via Request for Qualifications (RFQ) from qualified utility locating companies to provide underground utility locating services for sewer infrastructure in Pittsburgh, PA. The contract covers ongoing daily requests received from the PA One Call system per Pennsylvania Act 50, handling approximately 5,600 notifications annually.
Scope requires qualified staff, vehicles, paint, flagging, and locating equipment; ticket management in Utilisphere or compatible software; facility location and mapping; safety and confidentiality of location maps and records; notifications to excavators; photographic documentation; daily activity reports; and 3-year record retention. The base contract period is two years (August 2027 to July 2029) with two one-year option periods. Submittals are due by October 21, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., with a non-mandatory informational meeting scheduled via Microsoft Teams on October 1, 2026. The evaluation criteria include firm history, assigned personnel, related experience, schedule and budget adherence, local geography familiarity, local office presence, project requirements understanding, and 10-25% MBE/WBE and 3% SDVOSB participation.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Firm’s history and resource capability to perform required services
- Evaluation of assigned personnel
- Related experience
- Ability to meet schedule and project budget
- Familiarity with local area geography and facilities
- Local office within Allegheny County
- Ability to relate to project requirements
- MBE/WBE/SDV Participation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Standard Form 330
- Letter of Commitment
- Table of Contents
- Team's Experience/References
- Organizational Chart and Resumes
- Letters of Commitment from diversity subconsultants/suppliers
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 24 months
- Scope location
- Pittsburgh, PA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFQ from Allegheny County Sanitary Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 21, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Tawanda Stamps.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Allegheny County Sanitary Authority in PA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFQ submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Tawanda Stamps at (412) 766-4810. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Firm’s history and resource capability to perform required services, Evaluation of assigned personnel, Related experience, Ability to meet schedule and project budget, Familiarity with local area geog..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Allegheny County Sanitary Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Allegheny County Sanitary Authority are tracked and searchable. As a utility district agency, Allegheny County Sanitary Authority regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 21, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Standard Form 330, Letter of Commitment, Table of Contents, Team's Experience/References, Organizational Chart and Resumes, Letters of Commitment from diversity subconsultants/suppliers. Review the full document from Allegheny County Sanitary Authority for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Pittsburgh, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.