City of New Bern Water Treatment Plant SCADA Upgrades RFQ 2026
- Due
- Mar 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 23, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jordan B. Hughes
- (252) 639-7527
The 30-second brief
The City of New Bern is seeking qualifications from engineering firms for the design, programming, integration, and related services for the Water Treatment Plant SCADA Upgrade, encompassing both Phase I (SCADA Computer Hardware and Software Upgrade) and Phase II (PLC Hardware Upgrades).
Statement of Qualifications, Cover, Cover Letter, Table of Contents, Background information about the Consultant Firm, Proposed project schedule, Description of project team and organization, Similar SCADA and PLC upgrade projects, Municipal water system experience, References, Resumes of key team members
Qualifications, background, and prior experience of the firm and the proposed project team in executing similar projects; Firm's capability to meet time and project budget requirements; Municipal water experience; Content, technical approach, and understanding of the scope of the project; Recent and current work for the City or a similar sized water production facility.
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Summary
The City of New Bern is seeking qualifications from engineering firms for the design, programming, integration, and related services for the Water Treatment Plant SCADA Upgrade, encompassing both Phase I (SCADA Computer Hardware and Software Upgrade) and Phase II (PLC Hardware Upgrades).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Qualifications, background, and prior experience of the firm and the proposed project team in executing similar projects
- Firm's capability to meet time and project budget requirements
- Municipal water experience
- Content, technical approach, and understanding of the scope of the project
- Recent and current work for the City or a similar sized water production facility
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- Statement of Qualifications
- Cover
- Cover Letter
- Table of Contents
- Background information about the Consultant Firm
- Proposed project schedule
- Description of project team and organization
- Similar SCADA and PLC upgrade projects
- Municipal water system experience
- References
- Resumes of key team members
- Submit to
- electronic submittal
- Scope location
- New Bern, NC
- Reported agency
- City of New Bern
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Town of Newbern?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 13, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: electronic submittal. For questions, contact Jordan B. Hughes.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Town of Newbern in KS, 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 Jordan B. Hughes at (252) 639-7527. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Statement of Qualifications, Cover, Cover Letter, Table of Contents, Background information about the Consultant Firm, Proposed project schedule, Description of project team and organization, Similar SCADA and PLC upgrade projects, Municipal water system experience, References, Resumes of key team m. 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: "Qualifications, background, and prior experience of the firm and the proposed project team in executing similar projects; Firm's capability to meet time and project budget requirements; Municipal wate..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Newbern?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Newbern are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Newbern 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 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. Review the full document from Town of Newbern for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: New Bern, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.