City of Monroe - Engineering Services for 100 kV Transmission Point of Delivery - RFQ 2026
City of MonroeCity · Monroe, NC- Due
- Dec 7, 2026
- 25 days left
- Primary contact
- David Lucore
The 30-second brief
The City of Monroe, NC Energy Services seeks Statements of Qualifications from professional engineering firms for electric transmission system planning, utility interconnection, substation engineering, and project delivery for a new 100 kV Point of Delivery (POD). The scope includes system integration, conceptual site development on an approximately 59-acre site (6 acres reserved), Duke Energy interconnection coordination, detailed engineering and design, and project delivery support. Submittals are due by 5 pm on December 7, 2026. Questions are due by November 20, 2026. Evaluation criteria emphasize transmission planning and substation project experience (25 points), understanding of needs and approach (20 points), key personnel qualifications (20 points), and transmission interconnection coordination experience (15 points).
Experience with Transmission Planning, POD's & Substation Projects (25 points), Understanding of City's Needs and Proposed Approach (20 points), Qualifications and Experience of Key Personnel (20 points), Transmission Interconnection Coordination Experience (15 points), Similar Projects of Scalability, Reliability, and System Planning (10 points), Quality of Submittal, References, Past Performance (10 points)
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Summary
The City of Monroe, NC Energy Services seeks Statements of Qualifications from professional engineering firms for electric transmission system planning, utility interconnection, substation engineering, and project delivery for a new 100 kV Point of Delivery (POD).
The scope includes system integration, conceptual site development on an approximately 59-acre site (6 acres reserved), Duke Energy interconnection coordination, detailed engineering and design, and project delivery support. Submittals are due by 5 pm on December 7, 2026. Questions are due by November 20, 2026. Evaluation criteria emphasize transmission planning and substation project experience (25 points), understanding of needs and approach (20 points), key personnel qualifications (20 points), and transmission interconnection coordination experience (15 points).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
15- Firm name
- Office location
- Primary contact
- Physical location of personnel
- Relevant experience description
- Project organization chart
- Key personnel qualifications and experience
- Similar projects list
- Understanding of objectives and approach
- Reliability and contingency evaluation approach
- Duke Energy coordination experience
- Site buildout plan approach
- Long-lead equipment and procurement strategy approach
- Client references
- Conflict of interest identification
- Submit to
- City of Monroe – Energy Services, Attn: David Lucore, PO Box 69, Monroe, NC 28111 or email [email protected]
- Scope location
- Monroe, NC
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Monroe?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 7, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: City of Monroe – Energy Services, Attn: David Lucore, PO Box 69, Monroe, NC 28111 or email [email protected]. For questions, contact David Lucore.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Monroe 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 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 David Lucore. 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 with Transmission Planning, POD's & Substation Projects (25 points), Understanding of City's Needs and Proposed Approach (20 points), Qualifications and Experience of Key Personnel (20 poin..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Monroe?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 7, 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: Firm name, office location, primary contact, physical location of personnel, relevant experience description, project organization chart, key personnel qualifications and experience, similar projects. Review the full document from City of Monroe for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Monroe, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.