Beaufort County - Merger and Regionalization Feasibility Study - RFQ 2026
Beaufort CountyCounty · Washington, NC- Due
- Oct 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 2, 2026
- Duration
- 12 months
- Primary contact
- Jamie Heath
- (252) 946-1656
The 30-second brief
The Mid-East Commission on behalf of Beaufort County, North Carolina and its municipal partners is soliciting qualifications from engineering and planning firms for planning and engineering services for the Beaufort County Merger and Regionalization Feasibility (MRF) Study project (aka The Beaufort County Utility Partnership). Beaufort County wishes to explore how shared resources may build a more viable Beaufort County through a feasibility study with the partnership of the county, Washington, Aurora, Bath, Belhaven, Chocowinity, and Washington Park, including both water and sewer systems. This $200,000 project is funded through the NC Division of Water Infrastructure MRF grant. Statements of Qualifications are due by October 30, 2026 at 11:59 pm, with questions due by October 26, 2026. Submittals may be mailed or emailed to Jamie Heath at the Mid-East Commission.
Beaufort County Merger and Regionalization Feasibility Study document, GIS mapping, Capacity and interconnections analysis, System management partnership analysis, Project recommendations
Demonstrated and Successful Experience (25 points), Qualifications (20 points), Responsiveness to the RFQ (20 points), Approach and Methodology (20 points), Familiarity with Project and Locality (10 points), NC Small Business Enterprise Certification (5 points)
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Summary
The Mid-East Commission on behalf of Beaufort County, North Carolina and its municipal partners is soliciting qualifications from engineering and planning firms for planning and engineering services for the Beaufort County Merger and Regionalization Feasibility (MRF) Study project (aka The Beaufort County Utility Partnership).
Beaufort County wishes to explore how shared resources may build a more viable Beaufort County through a feasibility study with the partnership of the county, Washington, Aurora, Bath, Belhaven, Chocowinity, and Washington Park, including both water and sewer systems. This $200,000 project is funded through the NC Division of Water Infrastructure MRF grant. Statements of Qualifications are due by October 30, 2026 at 11:59 pm, with questions due by October 26, 2026. Submittals may be mailed or emailed to Jamie Heath at the Mid-East Commission.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Beaufort County Merger and Regionalization Feasibility Study document
- GIS mapping
- Capacity and interconnections analysis
- System management partnership analysis
- Project recommendations
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Statements of Qualifications
- Submitting agency’s letterhead
- Organizational chart
- Resumes/bios
- NC Small Business Enterprise Certification
- Submit to
- Statements of Qualifications mailed or emailed to 1502 N. Market St. Suite A, Washington, NC 27889 | [email protected]
- Scope location
- Beaufort County, NC
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Beaufort County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 30, 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: Statements of Qualifications mailed or emailed to 1502 N. Market St. Suite A, Washington, NC 27889 | [email protected]. For questions, contact Jamie Heath.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Beaufort County in NC, 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 Jamie Heath at (252) 946-1656. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Beaufort County Merger and Regionalization Feasibility Study document, GIS mapping, Capacity and interconnections analysis, System management partnership analysis, Project recommendations. 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: "Demonstrated and Successful Experience (25 points), Qualifications (20 points), Responsiveness to the RFQ (20 points), Approach and Methodology (20 points), Familiarity with Project and Locality (10 p..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Beaufort County?
All active and historical solicitations from Beaufort County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Beaufort 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.
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: Statements of Qualifications, submitting agency’s letterhead, organizational chart, resumes/bios, NC Small Business Enterprise Certification. Review the full document from Beaufort 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: Beaufort County, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.