Beaufort County - On-Call Site/Civil Engineering Services - RFQ # 092226 (2026)
Beaufort CountyCounty · Beaufort, SC- Due
- Sep 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 21, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Bryan Bauer
- (843) 255-2706
The 30-second brief
Beaufort County requests qualifications from consulting firms experienced in site/civil engineering related services for county-wide projects. Services include site design, new development or expansion, pad ready sites, stormwater projects, resilience projects, pedestrian/bicycle facilities, transit facilities, site access, recreational facilities, roadway design, office buildings, and other governmental infrastructure. Deliverables encompass preliminary and final construction plans, grading plans, stormwater plans, demolition plans, utility plans, conceptual designs, cost estimates, subsurface utility engineering (SUE), utility coordination, hydrology/hydraulic design, erosion control plan sheets (SWPPP), site roadway and parking design, structural design, geotechnical design and monitoring, permitting, traffic studies, maintenance of traffic design, value engineering, lighting and landscape design, gateway and wayfinding sign design, irrigation design, and construction support. The contract is for a one-year term with two one-year renewal options, selecting up to three firms with a maximum annual contract total of $1,000,000 per consultant. Proposals are due by September 22, 2026, with a non-mandatory pre-proposal meeting on September 8, 2026, and a question deadline of September 15, 2026. Evaluation criteria include experience, quality, familiarity and knowledge, past performance, and availability.
Experience (20%), Quality (20%), Familiarity and Knowledge (20%), Past Performance (20%), Availability (20%)
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Summary
Beaufort County requests qualifications from consulting firms experienced in site/civil engineering related services for county-wide projects.
Services include site design, new development or expansion, pad ready sites, stormwater projects, resilience projects, pedestrian/bicycle facilities, transit facilities, site access, recreational facilities, roadway design, office buildings, and other governmental infrastructure. Deliverables encompass preliminary and final construction plans, grading plans, stormwater plans, demolition plans, utility plans, conceptual designs, cost estimates, subsurface utility engineering (SUE), utility coordination, hydrology/hydraulic design, erosion control plan sheets (SWPPP), site roadway and parking design, structural design, geotechnical design and monitoring, permitting, traffic studies, maintenance of traffic design, value engineering, lighting and landscape design, gateway and wayfinding sign design, irrigation design, and construction support. The contract is for a one-year term with two one-year renewal options, selecting up to three firms with a maximum annual contract total of $1,000,000 per consultant. Proposals are due by September 22, 2026, with a non-mandatory pre-proposal meeting on September 8, 2026, and a question deadline of September 15, 2026. Evaluation criteria include experience, quality, familiarity and knowledge, past performance, and availability.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Qualification Statement
- Certification regarding Debarment
- Suspension
- Ineligibility
- Voluntary exclusion
- Litigation history
- Certification by Contractor Regarding Non-Segregated Facilities
- Relevant certifications and/or licenses
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/bcgov
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Beaufort, SC
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 September 22, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/bcgov. For questions, contact Bryan Bauer.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Beaufort County in SC, 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 Bryan Bauer at (843) 255-2706. 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: "Experience (20%), Quality (20%), Familiarity and Knowledge (20%), Past Performance (20%), Availability (20%)" 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 1 year. 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: Qualification Statement, Certification regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility, and Voluntary exclusion, Litigation history, Certification by Contractor Regarding Non-Segregated Facilities, Rel. 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, SC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.