City of Spring Hill - Request for Qualifications for the Spring Hill Rail Study - 2026
City of Spring HillCity · Spring Hill, KS- Due
- Oct 28, 2026
- Due today
- Posted
- Sep 29, 2026
- Primary contact
- Alysen Abel
The 30-second brief
The Cities of Spring Hill, Fort Scott, and Fontana, Kansas are requesting qualifications for services of a qualified engineering firm to provide a rail corridor plan to evaluate and recommend improvements for fourteen (14) at-grade crossings connected by the BNSF Fort Scott Subdivision. The selected consultant will analyze each crossing, evaluate alternatives to improve safety, and recommend designs for safety improvements. This project is supported by a Rail Crossing Elimination Grant from the Federal Railroad Administration, Build Kansas Fund, and Kansas Infrastructure Hub, with a total project funding available of $2,150,000. RFQ documents will be received by the City of Spring Hill, 401 N. Madison Street, Spring Hill, KS 66083, until 10:00am CST on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. Evaluation criteria include company background, project team resumes, project / rail study experience, and client references.
Company background, project team resumes, project / rail study experience, client references
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Summary
The Cities of Spring Hill, Fort Scott, and Fontana, Kansas are requesting qualifications for services of a qualified engineering firm to provide a rail corridor plan to evaluate and recommend improvements for fourteen (14) at-grade crossings connected by the BNSF Fort Scott Subdivision.
The selected consultant will analyze each crossing, evaluate alternatives to improve safety, and recommend designs for safety improvements. This project is supported by a Rail Crossing Elimination Grant from the Federal Railroad Administration, Build Kansas Fund, and Kansas Infrastructure Hub, with a total project funding available of $2,150,000. RFQ documents will be received by the City of Spring Hill, 401 N. Madison Street, Spring Hill, KS 66083, until 10:00am CST on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. Evaluation criteria include company background, project team resumes, project / rail study experience, and client references.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Company background
- Project team resumes
- Project / rail study experience
- Client references
- Submit to
- City of Spring Hill, 401 N. Madison Street, Spring Hill, KS 66083
- Scope location
- Spring Hill, KS
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Spring Hill?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 28, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: City of Spring Hill, 401 N. Madison Street, Spring Hill, KS 66083. For questions, contact Alysen Abel.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Spring Hill 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 Alysen Abel. 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: "Company background, project team resumes, project / rail study experience, client references" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Spring Hill?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Spring Hill are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Spring Hill regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 28, 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. Review the full document from City of Spring Hill for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Spring Hill, KS. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.