City of Saco Preliminary Engineering Design and Final Design of Atlantic Trail Rehabilitation RFP 2026
City of SacoCity · Saco, ME- Due
- Apr 3, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 3, 2026
- Primary contact
- Ryan Sommer
- (207) 283-3139
The 30-second brief
The City of Saco is soliciting bids for professional engineering design services for the Atlantic Trail Rehabilitation project at the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge (NWR). The scope of work includes an on-site evaluation, design of a gravel parking lot, widening a gravel trail to 6 feet (ADA compliant), removal of concrete debris, and the replacement of one existing 20-foot wood pedestrian bridge with a steel bridge, plus the addition of two new 20-foot steel pedestrian bridges to restore salt marsh water flows. Deliverables include schematic design (35%), design development (65%), and final construction documents (95%/100%) in AutoCAD and PDF formats. Bidders must provide a cost for preliminary and final design. Bids are due by 12:00pm on April 3, 2026, at the Saco City Hall Finance Office.
Evaluation report, Budget level costs, Schematic design (35%), Design development (65%), Construction documents (95%), 100% specifications, AutoCAD files, Signed paper copies
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Summary
The City of Saco is soliciting bids for professional engineering design services for the Atlantic Trail Rehabilitation project at the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge (NWR).
The scope of work includes an on-site evaluation, design of a gravel parking lot, widening a gravel trail to 6 feet (ADA compliant), removal of concrete debris, and the replacement of one existing 20-foot wood pedestrian bridge with a steel bridge, plus the addition of two new 20-foot steel pedestrian bridges to restore salt marsh water flows. Deliverables include schematic design (35%), design development (65%), and final construction documents (95%/100%) in AutoCAD and PDF formats. Bidders must provide a cost for preliminary and final design. Bids are due by 12:00pm on April 3, 2026, at the Saco City Hall Finance Office.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Bid Response Form
- Bidder Information Form
- Statement of Compliance/Deviations Form
- Bidding Sheet
- Certificate of insurance
- Submit to
- Finance Office, Saco City Hall, 300 Main Street, Saco, Maine, 04072
- Scope location
- Saco, ME
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Saco?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 3, 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: Finance Office, Saco City Hall, 300 Main Street, Saco, Maine, 04072. For questions, contact Ryan Sommer.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Saco in ME, 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 Ryan Sommer at (207) 283-3139. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Evaluation report, Budget level costs, Schematic design (35%), Design development (65%), Construction documents (95%), 100% specifications, AutoCAD files, Signed paper copies. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Saco?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Saco are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Saco 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 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: Bid Response Form, Bidder Information Form, Statement of Compliance/Deviations Form, Bidding Sheet, certificate of insurance. Review the full document from City of Saco for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Saco, ME. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.