City of Watford City Request for Proposal for Engineering Services - 2027 Mill & Overlay
City of WatfordCity · Watford City, ND- Due
- Oct 8, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 16, 2026
- Primary contact
- Justin Smith
- (701) 444-8413
The 30-second brief
The City of Watford City seeks professional engineering and surveying services to develop plans, specifications, contract documents, cost estimates, and bid documents for the 2027 Mill & Overlay project on 8th Street East, approximately between 2nd Ave SE and McKenzie Health hospital. The scope includes approximately 1500 square yards of full depth pavement reconstruction, approximately 1500 square yards of two inch mill and overlay, and curb installation, designed per NDDOT and City standards. Services also include engineer of record, construction engineering, administration, material sampling and testing, inspection, survey controls, construction layout, and reference staking. Proposals are due by 12:00 PM CT on October 8th, 2026, and must be submitted electronically to the City Engineer. Evaluation will be based on past performance, ability of professional personnel, willingness to meet time and budget requirements, location, workloads, related experience, and project understanding and approach.
Past performance (15%), Ability of professional personnel (10%), Willingness to meet time and budget requirements (15%), Location (5%), Recent, current, and projected workloads of the persons and/or firms (10%), Related experience on similar projects (15%), Project understanding, issues, and approach (30%)
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Summary
The City of Watford City seeks professional engineering and surveying services to develop plans, specifications, contract documents, cost estimates, and bid documents for the 2027 Mill & Overlay project on 8th Street East, approximately between 2nd Ave SE and McKenzie Health hospital.
The scope includes approximately 1500 square yards of full depth pavement reconstruction, approximately 1500 square yards of two inch mill and overlay, and curb installation, designed per NDDOT and City standards. Services also include engineer of record, construction engineering, administration, material sampling and testing, inspection, survey controls, construction layout, and reference staking. Proposals are due by 12:00 PM CT on October 8th, 2026, and must be submitted electronically to the City Engineer. Evaluation will be based on past performance, ability of professional personnel, willingness to meet time and budget requirements, location, workloads, related experience, and project understanding and approach.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Appendix A: A schedule for the project, Appendix B: A staffing plan identifying the key project personnel (including titles, education, certifications, and work experience) and their respective roles and responsibilities for the project
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Watford City, ND
- Reported agency
- City of Watford City
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Watford?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 8, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Justin Smith.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Watford in ND, 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 Justin Smith at (701) 444-8413. 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: "Past performance (15%), Ability of professional personnel (10%), Willingness to meet time and budget requirements (15%), Location (5%), Recent, current, and projected workloads of the persons and/or f..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Watford?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Watford are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Watford 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: Appendix A: A schedule for the project, Appendix B: A staffing plan identifying the key project personnel (including titles, education, certifications, and work experience) and their respective roles. Review the full document from City of Watford for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Watford City, ND. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.