Capital District Regional Planning Commission - Capital Region Timber Bridge Feasibility Initiative - RFQ GT-26SPT-00004 (2026)
Capital District Regional Planning CommissionSpecial District · Albany, NY- Due
- Dec 11, 2026
- 31 days left
- Duration
- 18 months
- Primary contact
- Mark Castiglione
The 30-second brief
The Capital District Regional Planning Commission requests qualifications-based proposals for the Capital Region Timber Bridge Feasibility Initiative, NBRC Grant Agreement GT-26SPT-00004. The scope includes bridging inventory, screening 70-90 candidate bridges in Saratoga, Rensselaer, and Schenectady Counties, developing timber-feasibility scoring frameworks, preparing 16-19 concept-level feasibility packages, advancing two grant-ready demonstration concepts for domestic wood products (glulam, CLT, solid-sawn, hybrid systems), and producing a regional guidebook and workshop. Maximum consultant contract amount is not to exceed $135,000. Proposals are due December 11, 2026, at 4:00 PM Eastern Time via electronic PDF submission. Questions are due by November 27, 2026. Qualifications-based selection will be used with no price consideration.
Project management package, Inventory and screening (70-90 bridges, GIS dataset, Priority spans), 16-19 concept feasibility packages, Two grant-ready demonstration packages, Timber Bridge Guide, Regional workshop, Final data archive
Understanding of the initiative, service area, federal objectives, and municipal owner needs (20), Technical approach and methodology, including screening, concept development, sourcing, resilience, cost analysis, and implementation readiness (30), Qualifications and relevant experience of the firm, key personnel, and subconsultants (25), Project management, QA/QC, schedule, availability, and demonstrated capacity (15), Relevant performance, references, and quality of comparable deliverables (10)
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Summary
The Capital District Regional Planning Commission requests qualifications-based proposals for the Capital Region Timber Bridge Feasibility Initiative, NBRC Grant Agreement GT-26SPT-00004.
The scope includes bridging inventory, screening 70-90 candidate bridges in Saratoga, Rensselaer, and Schenectady Counties, developing timber-feasibility scoring frameworks, preparing 16-19 concept-level feasibility packages, advancing two grant-ready demonstration concepts for domestic wood products (glulam, CLT, solid-sawn, hybrid systems), and producing a regional guidebook and workshop. Maximum consultant contract amount is not to exceed $135,000. Proposals are due December 11, 2026, at 4:00 PM Eastern Time via electronic PDF submission. Questions are due by November 27, 2026. Qualifications-based selection will be used with no price consideration.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Project management package
- Inventory and screening (70-90 bridges, GIS dataset, Priority spans)
- 16-19 concept feasibility packages
- Two grant-ready demonstration packages
- Timber Bridge Guide
- Regional workshop
- Final data archive
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
16- Cover letter and authorized signature
- No price
- Fee
- Rates
- Cost information included
- Firm and team qualifications
- Technical approach and project understanding
- Organization chart
- Key personnel
- Licenses
- Resumes
- Comparable projects and references
- Milestone schedule and capacity statement
- Subconsultant identification
- Signed certifications and disclosures
- Exceptions clearly identified
- Submit to
- Electronic PDF to email / procurement portal ([email protected])
- Scope location
- Saratoga, Rensselaer, and Schenectady Counties, NY
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Capital District Regional Planning Commission?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 11, 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: Electronic PDF to email / procurement portal ([email protected]). For questions, contact Mark Castiglione.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Capital District Regional Planning Commission in NY, 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 Mark Castiglione. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Project management package, Inventory and screening (70-90 bridges, GIS dataset, Priority spans), 16-19 concept feasibility packages, Two grant-ready demonstration packages, Timber Bridge Guide, Regional workshop, Final data archive. 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: "Understanding of the initiative, service area, federal objectives, and municipal owner needs (20), Technical approach and methodology, including screening, concept development, sourcing, resilience, c..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Capital District Regional Planning Commission?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 18 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 11, 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: Cover letter and authorized signature, No price, fee, rates, or cost information included, Firm and team qualifications, Technical approach and project understanding, Organization chart, key personnel. Review the full document from Capital District Regional Planning Commission for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Saratoga, Rensselaer, and Schenectady Counties, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.