REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ)
Chimney Rock Village villageCity · Chimney Rock Village village, NC- Due
- Dec 15, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Eric Woolridge
- 828.719.1109
The 30-second brief
Chimney Rock Village is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from qualified architecture firms to develop a Preliminary Engineering Report (PER) for the East Infill Project. The project may also include full implementation services if EDA funding is awarded.
Preliminary Engineering Report (PER), Full architectural design, engineering, and permitting, Construction documentation, Bid support and contract administration, Construction observation and inspection
Demonstrated experience with similar EDA or federal grant projects, Technical qualifications and capacity of the project team, Understanding of the project's context and recovery objectives, Quality and clarity of the proposed approach, Familiarity with small-town infill, infrastructure, and resilience design
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Summary
Chimney Rock Village is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from qualified architecture firms to develop a Preliminary Engineering Report (PER) for the East Infill Project. The project may also include full implementation services if EDA funding is awarded.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Demonstrated experience with similar EDA or federal grant projects
- Technical qualifications and capacity of the project team
- Understanding of the project's context and recovery objectives
- Quality and clarity of the proposed approach
- Familiarity with small-town infill
- Infrastructure
- Resilience design
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Preliminary Engineering Report (PER)
- Full architectural design
- Engineering
- Permitting
- Construction documentation
- Bid support and contract administration
- Construction observation and inspection
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Cover Letter
- Firm Overview
- Key Staff and Resumes
- Relevant Project Experience details
- Project Approach
- References
- Reported agency
- Chimney Rock Village
Questions about this RFSOQ
How do I respond to this RFSOQ from Chimney Rock Village village?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 15, 2025. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. For questions, contact Eric Woolridge.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFSOQ?
Most government agencies, including Chimney Rock Village village 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 RFSOQ 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 Eric Woolridge at 828.719.1109. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Preliminary Engineering Report (PER), Full architectural design, engineering, and permitting, Construction documentation, Bid support and contract administration, Construction observation and inspection. 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 experience with similar EDA or federal grant projects, Technical qualifications and capacity of the project team, Understanding of the project's context and recovery objectives, Quality a..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Chimney Rock Village village?
All active and historical solicitations from Chimney Rock Village village are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Chimney Rock Village village 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 RFSOQ?
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, Firm Overview, Key Staff and Resumes, Relevant Project Experience details, Project Approach, References. Review the full document from Chimney Rock Village village for the complete list.