City of Gastonia RFP - Linwood Park Dredging and Pond Restoration 2026
City of GastoniaCity · Gastonia, NC- Due
- Nov 2, 2026
- 4 days left
- Posted
- Sep 15, 2026
- Primary contact
- Ryan Resendez
The 30-second brief
The City of Gastonia is soliciting proposals from qualified firms to provide turnkey professional services, labor, equipment, and materials for the assessment, design, permitting, dredging, restoration, and completion of nine existing pond areas at Linwood Park, located at 2900 Linwood Rd. The project is funded through an OSBM Helene Recovery Grant to address storm-related erosion, sedimentation, and debris accumulation resulting from Hurricane Helene, involving approximately 52,500 cubic yards of total preliminary dredging. Scope of work encompasses surveying and engineering, environmental review and permitting, mechanical or hydraulic dredging, dewatering, sediment disposal or beneficial reuse, shoreline stabilization, and site restoration. Proposals are due by 12:00 PM on November 2, 2026, with written questions due by October 26, 2026, and substantial completion required by February 15, 2027.
Existing Conditions Assessment for all nine (9) pond areas, Topographic and/or bathymetric survey information, Sediment quantity estimates and dredging methodology, Pond restoration and resiliency plans, Environmental review and permitting documentation, Construction plans and specifications, Project schedule and progress reports, Detailed construction cost and quantity information, Sediment transportation, Disposal, Or beneficial reuse documentation, Construction progress documentation and photographs, Final grading and stabilization documentation, As-built drawings and final project documentation, Permit closeout documentation, Grant compliance and closeout documentation, Final project completion report
Relevant Firm Experience (25%), Experience with Similar Pond Dredging and Restoration Projects (15%), Proposed Technical Approach and Work Plan and Understanding (20%), Qualifications and Experience of Project Team (15%), Project Schedule, Cost Control, and Ability to Meet Grant Requirements (10%), Price / Cost Proposal (15%)
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Summary
The City of Gastonia is soliciting proposals from qualified firms to provide turnkey professional services, labor, equipment, and materials for the assessment, design, permitting, dredging, restoration, and completion of nine existing pond areas at Linwood Park, located at 2900 Linwood Rd.
The project is funded through an OSBM Helene Recovery Grant to address storm-related erosion, sedimentation, and debris accumulation resulting from Hurricane Helene, involving approximately 52,500 cubic yards of total preliminary dredging. Scope of work encompasses surveying and engineering, environmental review and permitting, mechanical or hydraulic dredging, dewatering, sediment disposal or beneficial reuse, shoreline stabilization, and site restoration. Proposals are due by 12:00 PM on November 2, 2026, with written questions due by October 26, 2026, and substantial completion required by February 15, 2027.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
17- Existing Conditions Assessment for all nine (9) pond areas
- Topographic and/or bathymetric survey information
- Sediment quantity estimates and dredging methodology
- Pond restoration and resiliency plans
- Environmental review and permitting documentation
- Construction plans and specifications
- Project schedule and progress reports
- Detailed construction cost and quantity information
- Sediment transportation
- Disposal
- Beneficial reuse documentation
- Construction progress documentation and photographs
- Final grading and stabilization documentation
- As-built drawings and final project documentation
- Permit closeout documentation
- Grant compliance and closeout documentation
- Final project completion report
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Cover letter
- Team composition
- Organizational chart
- Resumes of key personnel
- Client references
- Licensing
- Insurance & certifications
- Submit to
- 107 S. Broad Street, P.O. Box 1748, Gastonia, NC 28053
- Scope location
- Gastonia, NC
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Gastonia?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 2, 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: 107 S. Broad Street, P.O. Box 1748, Gastonia, NC 28053. For questions, contact Ryan Resendez.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Gastonia 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 RFP 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 Ryan Resendez. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Existing Conditions Assessment for all nine (9) pond areas, Topographic and/or bathymetric survey information, Sediment quantity estimates and dredging methodology, Pond restoration and resiliency plans, Environmental review and permitting documentation, Construction plans and specifications, Projec. 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: "Relevant Firm Experience (25%), Experience with Similar Pond Dredging and Restoration Projects (15%), Proposed Technical Approach and Work Plan and Understanding (20%), Qualifications and Experience o..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Gastonia?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 2, 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 RFP?
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, Team composition, Organizational chart, Resumes of key personnel, Client references, Licensing, insurance & certifications. Review the full document from City of Gastonia for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Gastonia, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.