County of Hertford - Owner's Advisor for Chowan River Dock Project - 2026
Hertford CountyCounty · Hertford County, NC- Due
- Oct 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- William Shanahan, Jr.
The 30-second brief
The County of Hertford is seeking Statements of Qualifications from qualified engineering firms to act as Owner's Advisor for the design and construction of a new commercial dock along the Chowan River and an associated public road leading to the dock. Services include developing project criteria, performing design administration, reviewing equipment and material specifications, construction phase administration, and reviewing project costs and schedules. The total project budget is anticipated to be $40,000,000 for the dock and $11,000,000 for the public road. Submissions are due by 4:00 PM on October 30, 2026, with questions due by October 20, 2026. Proposing firms must be licensed to provide engineering services in the State of North Carolina under Chapter 89C.
Statement of Qualifications containing Cover Letter, Respondent's Background Questionnaire, Relevant Experience for a minimum of 6 representative projects, Project Team organization chart and resumes, And Reputation of Firm
Relevant Project Experience (40), OA Services Capabilities (30), Project Team and Personnel (10), Reputation of Firm (10), Public Owner and Local Government Experience (10)
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Summary
The County of Hertford is seeking Statements of Qualifications from qualified engineering firms to act as Owner's Advisor for the design and construction of a new commercial dock along the Chowan River and an associated public road leading to the dock.
Services include developing project criteria, performing design administration, reviewing equipment and material specifications, construction phase administration, and reviewing project costs and schedules. The total project budget is anticipated to be $40,000,000 for the dock and $11,000,000 for the public road. Submissions are due by 4:00 PM on October 30, 2026, with questions due by October 20, 2026. Proposing firms must be licensed to provide engineering services in the State of North Carolina under Chapter 89C.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Statement of Qualifications containing Cover Letter
- Respondent's Background Questionnaire
- Relevant Experience for a minimum of 6 representative projects
- Project Team organization chart and resumes
- Reputation of Firm
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Attachment 1 Respondent's Background Questionnaire
- Proof of Insurance
- License number
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Winton, NC
- Reported agency
- County of Hertford
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Hertford County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 30, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact William Shanahan, Jr..
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Hertford County in NC, 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 William Shanahan, Jr.. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Statement of Qualifications containing Cover Letter, Respondent's Background Questionnaire, Relevant Experience for a minimum of 6 representative projects, Project Team organization chart and resumes, And Reputation of Firm. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Relevant Project Experience (40), OA Services Capabilities (30), Project Team and Personnel (10), Reputation of Firm (10), Public Owner and Local Government Experience (10)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Hertford County?
All active and historical solicitations from Hertford County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Hertford County 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 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: Attachment 1 Respondent's Background Questionnaire, Proof of Insurance, License number. Review the full document from Hertford County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Winton, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.