City of Lakeland - Professional Engineering Services for Bridge Rehabilitation - 2026-RFQ-135 (2026)
City of LakelandCity · Lakeland, FL- Due
- Nov 20, 2026
- 15 days left
- Posted
- Nov 2, 2026
- Primary contact
- Mark Lauckner
- (813) 482-5744
The 30-second brief
The City of Lakeland is requesting statements of qualifications from firms permitted by law to practice professional engineering in Florida who specialize and have extensive experience in bridge inspections and bridge rehabilitation. The selected firm will provide professional engineering services to develop comprehensive technical specifications, construction plans, and contract documents for the rehabilitation and structural repair of existing timber bridges along Oakbridge Boulevard (Bridge Nos. 164504 and 164505). Services include field investigation, condition assessment, construction document development, and construction administration services. In compliance with the Florida Consultants' Competitive Negotiation Act (CCNA), Florida Statute 287.055, rates shall not be included in the proposal.
Capability and Adequacy of Professional Personnel, Experience and Past Performance, Willingness and Ability to Meet Time and Budget Requirements, Location, Minority Business Enterprise, Volume of Work Previously Awarded to the Firm
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Summary
The City of Lakeland is requesting statements of qualifications from firms permitted by law to practice professional engineering in Florida who specialize and have extensive experience in bridge inspections and bridge rehabilitation.
The selected firm will provide professional engineering services to develop comprehensive technical specifications, construction plans, and contract documents for the rehabilitation and structural repair of existing timber bridges along Oakbridge Boulevard (Bridge Nos. 164504 and 164505). Services include field investigation, condition assessment, construction document development, and construction administration services. In compliance with the Florida Consultants' Competitive Negotiation Act (CCNA), Florida Statute 287.055, rates shall not be included in the proposal.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Capability and Adequacy of Professional Personnel
- Experience and Past Performance
- Willingness and Ability to Meet Time and Budget Requirements
- Location
- Minority Business Enterprise
- Volume of Work Previously Awarded to the Firm
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Certificate of existing insurance coverage
- Hold Harmless/Indemnification Agreement
- W-9
- Florida Division of Corporations (Sunbiz) Registration
- Human Trafficking Affidavit
- Submit to
- https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/lakelandgov
- Scope location
- Lakeland, FL
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Lakeland?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 20, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/lakelandgov. For questions, contact Mark Lauckner.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Lakeland in FL, 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 Lauckner at (813) 482-5744. 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: "Capability and Adequacy of Professional Personnel, Experience and Past Performance, Willingness and Ability to Meet Time and Budget Requirements, Location, Minority Business Enterprise, Volume of Work..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Lakeland?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Lakeland are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Lakeland regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 20, 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: Certificate of existing insurance coverage, Hold Harmless/Indemnification Agreement, W-9, Florida Division of Corporations (Sunbiz) Registration, Human Trafficking Affidavit. Review the full document from City of Lakeland for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Lakeland, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.