City of Portsmouth - RFQ for On-Call Engineering Services - 10-26-RFQ (2025)
City of PortsmouthCity · Portsmouth, NH- Due
- Dec 9, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 12, 2025
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Erich Fiedler
- (603) 766-1421
The 30-second brief
The City of Portsmouth is seeking to develop a roster of experienced contractors to provide on-call engineering services for roadway, stormwater, water, and wastewater projects. The resulting roster will be used to solicit and contract for work on an as-needed basis, typically for projects limited in scope, budget, or time sensitive, including civil engineering, stormwater management, highway and roadway engineering, public water supply and distribution, and wastewater collection and treatment. Representative projects include complete street engineering design for the Creek neighborhood, Lafayette Park site civil work, and Route 1 water main replacement. Proposals are due by December 9, 2025, at 2:00 pm, with a question deadline of November 25, 2025. The anticipated term for the roster is a minimum of three years.
Capacity to Perform the Services/Work (personnel and expertise): 40%, Satisfactory Prior Work (for City or like clients): 40%, Approach to the Work: 10%, Submittal Response Completeness and Quality: 5%, Meets Insurance Requirements: 5%
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Summary
The City of Portsmouth is seeking to develop a roster of experienced contractors to provide on-call engineering services for roadway, stormwater, water, and wastewater projects.
The resulting roster will be used to solicit and contract for work on an as-needed basis, typically for projects limited in scope, budget, or time sensitive, including civil engineering, stormwater management, highway and roadway engineering, public water supply and distribution, and wastewater collection and treatment. Representative projects include complete street engineering design for the Creek neighborhood, Lafayette Park site civil work, and Route 1 water main replacement. Proposals are due by December 9, 2025, at 2:00 pm, with a question deadline of November 25, 2025. The anticipated term for the roster is a minimum of three years.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Capacity to Perform the Services/Work (personnel and expertise): 40%
- Satisfactory Prior Work (for City or like clients): 40%
- Approach to the Work: 10%
- Submittal Response Completeness and Quality: 5%
- Meets Insurance Requirements: 5%
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Master Services Agreement
- Statement of Qualifications
- Current Rate Sheet
- Certificates of Insurance
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cityofportsmouth
- Scope location
- Portsmouth, NH
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Portsmouth?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 9, 2025. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cityofportsmouth. For questions, contact Erich Fiedler.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Portsmouth in NH, 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 Erich Fiedler at (603) 766-1421. 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: "Capacity to Perform the Services/Work (personnel and expertise): 40%, Satisfactory Prior Work (for City or like clients): 40%, Approach to the Work: 10%, Submittal Response Completeness and Quality: 5..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Portsmouth?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Portsmouth are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Portsmouth regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Master Services Agreement, Statement of Qualifications, Current Rate Sheet, Certificates of Insurance. Review the full document from City of Portsmouth for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Portsmouth, NH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.