Bay County - Design of (2) Booster Stations and (2) 5MG Prestressed Concrete Ground Storage Tanks - RFQ 27-07 (2026)
Bay CountyCounty · Panama City, FL- Due
- Dec 15, 2026
- 33 days left
- Posted
- Nov 10, 2026
- Duration
- 12 months
- Primary contact
- Sean Lathrop
- (850) 248-5010
The 30-second brief
Bay County Board of County Commissioners is seeking statements of qualifications from professional engineering firms to provide preliminary engineering, design, permitting, construction plans, specifications, and bidding assistance for two new booster pumping stations and two 5.0-million-gallon prestressed concrete ground storage tanks. The project scope includes site civil and geotechnical work, hydraulic modeling, pump station building design, Category 5 wind load structural hardening, on-site standby power generation, calcium hypochlorite rechlorination facilities, and SCADA integration. The primary purpose is to provide system resilience and redundancy for water distribution storage and sustained pressure under emergency scenarios. Submissions are due by December 15, 2026.
Firm Information (10 Points), Approach and Understanding of the Project (30 points), Personnel (20 points), Sub-Consultants, Project History (40 points)
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Summary
Bay County Board of County Commissioners is seeking statements of qualifications from professional engineering firms to provide preliminary engineering, design, permitting, construction plans, specifications, and bidding assistance for two new booster pumping stations and two 5.0-million-gallon prestressed concrete ground storage tanks.
The project scope includes site civil and geotechnical work, hydraulic modeling, pump station building design, Category 5 wind load structural hardening, on-site standby power generation, calcium hypochlorite rechlorination facilities, and SCADA integration. The primary purpose is to provide system resilience and redundancy for water distribution storage and sustained pressure under emergency scenarios. Submissions are due by December 15, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
14- Submittal Form
- Addendum Acknowledgement
- Affidavit of Compliance with Section 287.138
- Florida Statutes
- Contracting with Foreign Entities of Concern
- Affidavit of Compliance with Section 787.06
- Florida Statutes
- Human Trafficking Attestation
- Anti-Collusion Clause
- Certification Regarding Scrutinized Companies List
- Conflict of Interest Disclosure Form
- Drug Free Workplace Certification
- Truth in Negotiation Certification
- Waiver of Exemption of Meetings/Presentations
- Submit to
- OpenGov Procurement portal or 840 West 11th Street, Suite 2500, Panama City, FL 32401
- Scope location
- Panama City, FL
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Bay County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 15, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: OpenGov Procurement portal or 840 West 11th Street, Suite 2500, Panama City, FL 32401. For questions, contact Sean Lathrop.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Bay County in FL, 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 Sean Lathrop at (850) 248-5010. 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 Information (10 Points), Approach and Understanding of the Project (30 points), Personnel (20 points), Sub-Consultants, Project History (40 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Bay County?
All active and historical solicitations from Bay County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Bay County 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 12 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 15, 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: Submittal Form, Addendum Acknowledgement, Affidavit of Compliance with Section 287.138, Florida Statutes, Contracting with Foreign Entities of Concern, Affidavit of Compliance with Section 787.06, Flo. Review the full document from Bay County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Panama City, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.