Douglas County Right-of-Way Review & Acquisition RFQ 2026 - TLS 26-21A Rd J.5 NW
Douglas CountyCounty · Waterville, WA- Due
- Apr 16, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 26, 2026
- Primary contact
- Mike Neer
- (509) 884-7173
The 30-second brief
Douglas County is seeking Requests for Qualifications (RFQ) from consultants for right-of-way acquisition services for the Road J.5 – Road 6 NW to Road 8 NW Project, part of the McNeil Canyon Rd Realignment. The consultant will perform work in accordance with the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Act (The Uniform Act), including title reviews, appraisal and appraisal review, acquisition, closing, and certification responsibilities. The project involves grading, excavation, fill, paving, and guardrail installation. Funding is provided through the County Road Administration Board’s Rural Arterial Preservation program. Submittals are due April 16, 2026, and will be evaluated on specialized experience, methodology, staff qualifications, and budget capacity. This project has a 0% DBE goal but encourages disadvantaged, minority, and women-owned firms to respond.
Title Reviews, Preparation and Administration, Appraisal and Appraisal Review, Acquisition, Closing, Certification responsibilities
Specialized experience, methodology & action plan, professional references, staff qualifications, capacity to accomplish work on time/budget, coordination ability
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Summary
Douglas County is seeking Requests for Qualifications (RFQ) from consultants for right-of-way acquisition services for the Road J.5 – Road 6 NW to Road 8 NW Project, part of the McNeil Canyon Rd Realignment.
The consultant will perform work in accordance with the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Act (The Uniform Act), including title reviews, appraisal and appraisal review, acquisition, closing, and certification responsibilities. The project involves grading, excavation, fill, paving, and guardrail installation. Funding is provided through the County Road Administration Board’s Rural Arterial Preservation program. Submittals are due April 16, 2026, and will be evaluated on specialized experience, methodology, staff qualifications, and budget capacity. This project has a 0% DBE goal but encourages disadvantaged, minority, and women-owned firms to respond.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Specialized experience
- Methodology & action plan
- Professional references
- Staff qualifications
- Capacity to accomplish work on time/budget
- Coordination ability
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Title Reviews
- Preparation and Administration
- Appraisal and Appraisal Review
- Acquisition
- Closing
- Certification responsibilities
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Submittal Requirements, Evaluation Criteria
- Submit to
- https://www.douglascountywa.net/bids.aspx
- Scope location
- Douglas County, WA
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Douglas County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 16, 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: https://www.douglascountywa.net/bids.aspx. For questions, contact Mike Neer.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Douglas County in WA, 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 Mike Neer at (509) 884-7173. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Title Reviews, Preparation and Administration, Appraisal and Appraisal Review, Acquisition, Closing, Certification responsibilities. 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: "Specialized experience, methodology & action plan, professional references, staff qualifications, capacity to accomplish work on time/budget, coordination ability" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Douglas County?
All active and historical solicitations from Douglas County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Douglas 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: Submittal Requirements, Evaluation Criteria. Review the full document from Douglas 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: Douglas County, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.