Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control - Architectural/Engineering Design Services - NAT26807-PARKS_A&E (2026)
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | State of DelawareState · Dover, DE- Due
- Nov 9, 2026
- 12 days left
- Posted
- Oct 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Bill Miller
- (302) 739-9920
The 30-second brief
The State of Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) Division of Parks and Recreation seeks professional services to support the Department's Capital Program and Division of Fish and Wildlife. Multiple consultants will be selected across disciplines including architectural services, surveying, civil engineering, structural engineering, marine engineering, geotechnical engineering, MEP engineering, and landscape architecture. Scope includes site investigations, planning and programming, schematic design, design development (60% design), construction documents, permits and approvals, bidding support, contract administration, and construction inspection. The proposal submission deadline is November 9, 2026, at 4:00 PM local time. Contract term is 5 years with two 2-year optional extensions.
Architectural Services, Surveying, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Marine Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical, And Plumbing (MEP) Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Site Investigations, Planning and Programming, Schematic / Preliminary Design, Design Development / 60% Design, Construction Documents / Final Design, Permits and Approvals, Bidding Support, Contract Administration, Construction Inspection and Review, As-built Drawings
Experience/Reputation: 15, Familiarity with Public Works: 10, Workflow/Design Approach: 15, Demonstrated Ability: 30, Expertise (discipline): 30
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Summary
The State of Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) Division of Parks and Recreation seeks professional services to support the Department's Capital Program and Division of Fish and Wildlife.
Multiple consultants will be selected across disciplines including architectural services, surveying, civil engineering, structural engineering, marine engineering, geotechnical engineering, MEP engineering, and landscape architecture. Scope includes site investigations, planning and programming, schematic design, design development (60% design), construction documents, permits and approvals, bidding support, contract administration, and construction inspection. The proposal submission deadline is November 9, 2026, at 4:00 PM local time. Contract term is 5 years with two 2-year optional extensions.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Experience/Reputation: 15
- Familiarity with Public Works: 10
- Workflow/Design Approach: 15
- Demonstrated Ability: 30
- Expertise (discipline): 30
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
20- Architectural Services
- Surveying
- Civil Engineering
- Structural Engineering
- Marine Engineering
- Geotechnical Engineering
- Mechanical
- Electrical
- Plumbing (MEP) Engineering
- Landscape Architecture
- Site Investigations
- Planning and Programming
- Schematic / Preliminary Design
- Design Development / 60% Design
- Construction Documents / Final Design
- Permits and Approvals
- Bidding Support
- Contract Administration
- Construction Inspection and Review
- As-built Drawings
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Transmittal Letter
- Non-Collusion Statement
- RFP Exception Form
- Confidentiality Form
- Business Reference Form
- Subcontractor Information Form
- OSD Application
- Certificate of Insurance
- Submit to
- bids.delaware.gov
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Dover, DE
- Reported agency
- Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | State of Delaware?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 9, 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: bids.delaware.gov. For questions, contact Bill Miller.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | State of Delaware in DE, 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 Bill Miller at (302) 739-9920. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Architectural Services, Surveying, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Marine Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical, And Plumbing (MEP) Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Site Investigations, Planning and Programming, Schematic / Preliminary Design, Design Developmen. 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: "Experience/Reputation: 15, Familiarity with Public Works: 10, Workflow/Design Approach: 15, Demonstrated Ability: 30, Expertise (discipline): 30" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 9, 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 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: Transmittal Letter, Non-Collusion Statement, RFP Exception Form, Confidentiality Form, Business Reference Form, Subcontractor Information Form, OSD Application, Certificate of Insurance. Review the full document from Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | State of Delaware for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Dover, DE. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.