Austin Borough Water Plant Improvements Electrical Upgrades RFQ 2026 - Engineering Services
Borough of ForksvilleCity · Laporte, PA- Due
- Aug 25, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 21, 2026
- Primary contact
- Michelle Koslap
- (570) 524-4491
The 30-second brief
Austin Borough is seeking professional engineering services for electrical and control system upgrades at its Water Treatment Plant. The project includes design through final inspection for RTU, PLC, and automation modernizations.
Design plans, Drawings, Specifications, Bid documents, Construction supervision, As-built prints, Standard Engineering Estimate
Adequacy of quotation (5 points), Relevant experience (5 points), Quality of previous work (5 points), Adequacy of resources (5 points), Cost (5 points), MBE/WBE commitment (2 points)
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Summary
Austin Borough is seeking professional engineering services for electrical and control system upgrades at its Water Treatment Plant. The project includes design through final inspection for RTU, PLC, and automation modernizations.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Design plans
- Drawings
- Specifications
- Bid documents
- Construction supervision
- As-built prints
- Standard Engineering Estimate
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Standard Engineering Estimate
- Two project references
- Professional Liability Insurance limits
- MBE/WBE Contract Solicitation and Commitment Statement
- MBE/WBE Bidder Certification
- Submit to
- Lewisburg, PA
- Scope location
- Austin, PA
- Reported agency
- Austin Borough
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Borough of Forksville?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 25, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Lewisburg, PA. For questions, contact Michelle Koslap.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Borough of Forksville 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 Michelle Koslap at (570) 524-4491. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Design plans, Drawings, Specifications, Bid documents, Construction supervision, As-built prints, Standard Engineering Estimate. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Adequacy of quotation (5 points), Relevant experience (5 points), Quality of previous work (5 points), Adequacy of resources (5 points), Cost (5 points), MBE/WBE commitment (2 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Borough of Forksville?
All active and historical solicitations from Borough of Forksville are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Borough of Forksville regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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 Engineering Estimate, Two project references, Professional Liability Insurance limits, MBE/WBE Contract Solicitation and Commitment Statement, MBE/WBE Bidder Certification. Review the full document from Borough of Forksville for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Austin, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.