City of Orange Township Professional Engineering Services - FEMA Public Assistance Hurricane Ida Recovery Project 5 - RFP No. 2026-FEMA-IDA-ENG-02
Township of City of OrangeCity · Orange Township, NJ- Due
- Nov 6, 2026
- 21 days left
- Posted
- Oct 8, 2026
- Primary contact
- CHartwyk
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
City of Orange Township requests proposals and qualifications from professional engineering firms for FEMA Public Assistance Hurricane Ida recovery projects, specifically Project 5 covering utilities at Thomas Boulevard, Cleveland Street, and Mechanic Street. Services include document review, field verification, engineering design, permitting assistance, bid document preparation, construction-phase support, inspection support, cost reconciliation, and FEMA closeout documentation support. The work involves water, sewer, storm, roadway base, and asphalt restoration items across designated locations. Proposals are due by November 6, 2026, at 11:00 AM. A question deadline is set for October 23, 2026, at 4:00 PM. Evaluation criteria emphasize FEMA/disaster recovery experience, technical qualifications, municipal infrastructure experience, project scope understanding, project approach, and fee proposal reasonableness.
Kickoff meeting agenda and meeting minutes, Project-by-project scope reconciliation memorandum, Site verification notes, Photographs, And measurement backup, Permitting matrix and regulatory approval plan, Preliminary and final design plans, Details, And technical specifications, Engineer's opinion of probable construction cost with quantities and assumptions, Construction bid technical documents and responses to technical bidder questions, Construction administration logs, Inspection reports, Submittal reviews, Pay estimate reviews, And change order review memoranda, FEMA closeout support package
FEMA PA / disaster recovery experience 25%, Technical qualifications and municipal infrastructure experience 20%, Understanding of project scope and constructability 20%, Project approach, staffing, and schedule 15%, NJ procurement/bid support experience 10%, Fee proposal / cost reasonableness 10%
SUMMARY
City of Orange Township requests proposals and qualifications from professional engineering firms for FEMA Public Assistance Hurricane Ida recovery projects, specifically Project 5 covering utilities at Thomas Boulevard, Cleveland Street, and Mechanic Street.
Services include document review, field verification, engineering design, permitting assistance, bid document preparation, construction-phase support, inspection support, cost reconciliation, and FEMA closeout documentation support. The work involves water, sewer, storm, roadway base, and asphalt restoration items across designated locations. Proposals are due by November 6, 2026, at 11:00 AM. A question deadline is set for October 23, 2026, at 4:00 PM. Evaluation criteria emphasize FEMA/disaster recovery experience, technical qualifications, municipal infrastructure experience, project scope understanding, project approach, and fee proposal reasonableness.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- FEMA PA / disaster recovery experience 25%
- Technical qualifications and municipal infrastructure experience 20%
- Understanding of project scope and constructability 20%
- Project approach
- Staffing
- Schedule 15%
- NJ procurement/bid support experience 10%
- Fee proposal / cost reasonableness 10%
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
17- Kickoff meeting agenda and meeting minutes
- Project-by-project scope reconciliation memorandum
- Site verification notes
- Photographs
- Measurement backup
- Permitting matrix and regulatory approval plan
- Preliminary and final design plans
- Details
- Technical specifications
- Engineer's opinion of probable construction cost with quantities and assumptions
- Construction bid technical documents and responses to technical bidder questions
- Construction administration logs
- Inspection reports
- Submittal reviews
- Pay estimate reviews
- Change order review memoranda
- FEMA closeout support package
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
13- Cover letter signed by an authorized representative
- Firm profile and office location
- Proof of New Jersey professional engineering licensure
- Project team organization chart and resumes
- Narrative project approach
- Relevant FEMA Public Assistance and municipal infrastructure experience
- Similar project references
- Fee proposal using Appendix A
- Required City forms
- Certifications
- Disclosure forms
- Business Registration Certificate
- Insurance certificates
REQUIRED STAFFING
7- Submit to
- City of Orange Township City Hall, Office of the Business Administrator, 2nd Floor, 29 North Day Street, Orange, NJ 07050 / Email: [email protected]
- Scope location
- Orange, NJ
- Reported agency
- City of Orange Township
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Township of City of Orange?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 6, 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: City of Orange Township City Hall, Office of the Business Administrator, 2nd Floor, 29 North Day Street, Orange, NJ 07050 / Email: [email protected]. For questions, contact CHartwyk.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Township of City of Orange in NJ, 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 CHartwyk. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Principal / Project Executive, Project Manager / PE, Civil Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Environmental / Permitting Specialist, Construction Inspector, Administrative / Grant Support. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Kickoff meeting agenda and meeting minutes, Project-by-project scope reconciliation memorandum, Site verification notes, Photographs, And measurement backup, Permitting matrix and regulatory approval plan, Preliminary and final design plans, Details, And technical specifications, Engineer's opinion. 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: "FEMA PA / disaster recovery experience 25%, Technical qualifications and municipal infrastructure experience 20%, Understanding of project scope and constructability 20%, Project approach, staffing, a..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Township of City of Orange?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 6, 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 signed by an authorized representative, Firm profile and office location, Proof of New Jersey professional engineering licensure, Project team organization chart and resumes, Narrative pr. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Township of City of Orange for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Orange, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.