City of Thornton RFP for Professional Engineering Services - New Union Ditch, Project Nos. 26-33 & 26-144 (2026)
City of Thornton cityCity · Thornton city, CO- Due
- Nov 5, 2026
- 20 days left
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- Adam Reiner
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Thornton, CO requests separate sealed proposals for Professional Engineering Services for the New Union Ditch Concrete Channel Conversion and Headgate, Project Nos. 26-33 & 26-144. The scope includes surveying, design, and 100% construction drawings and specifications for converting approximately 3,100 linear feet of existing concrete channel to a buried pipe conveyance system, replacing the existing headgate, adding an automated solar-powered actuator tied to a downstream Parshall flume flow meter, estimating probable construction costs, and providing bidding and construction phase contract administration. Proposals are due by November 5, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. local time. A mandatory pre-proposal conference will be held via Microsoft Teams on October 13, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. Proposing firms must have successfully completed three similar projects in Colorado in the past three years and assign at least one Professional Engineer.
Responsiveness to the needs of Thornton and RFP requirements, Responsibility and trustworthiness of proposing firm including financial capability and litigation history, Past performance and reference checks, Experience with municipal or governmental agencies in similar projects, Engagement team experience and key personnel resumes, Fee structure based on services provided
SUMMARY
The City of Thornton, CO requests separate sealed proposals for Professional Engineering Services for the New Union Ditch Concrete Channel Conversion and Headgate, Project Nos. 26-33 & 26-144.
The scope includes surveying, design, and 100% construction drawings and specifications for converting approximately 3,100 linear feet of existing concrete channel to a buried pipe conveyance system, replacing the existing headgate, adding an automated solar-powered actuator tied to a downstream Parshall flume flow meter, estimating probable construction costs, and providing bidding and construction phase contract administration. Proposals are due by November 5, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. local time. A mandatory pre-proposal conference will be held via Microsoft Teams on October 13, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. Proposing firms must have successfully completed three similar projects in Colorado in the past three years and assign at least one Professional Engineer.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Responsiveness to the needs of Thornton and RFP requirements, Responsibility and trustworthiness of proposing firm including financial capability and litigation history, Past performance and reference checks, Experience with municipal or governmental agencies in similar projects, Engagement team experience and key personnel resumes, Fee structure based on services provided
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Exhibit 1 Acceptance of Conditions Statement, Consultant's Personnel and Subconsultants Listing Exhibit B, Schedule of Charges Exhibits C.1 and C.2, Reference Authorization and Release Form Exhibit 3, Litigation and claims history over the past five years
- Submit to
- https://www.BidnetDirect.com
- Scope location
- Thornton, CO
- Reported agency
- City of Thornton
Questions about this RFP
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Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 5, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.BidnetDirect.com. For questions, contact Adam Reiner.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
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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: "Responsiveness to the needs of Thornton and RFP requirements, Responsibility and trustworthiness of proposing firm including financial capability and litigation history, Past performance and reference..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
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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: Exhibit 1 Acceptance of Conditions Statement, Consultant's Personnel and Subconsultants Listing Exhibit B, Schedule of Charges Exhibits C.1 and C.2, Reference Authorization and Release Form Exhibit 3,. Review the full document from City of Thornton city for the complete list.
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