Marquette County Engineering Services RFQ 2026 - Hangar 663 Fall Protection System
Marquette CountyCounty · Marquette, MI- Due
- Jul 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- David Erhart
The 30-second brief
Marquette County is seeking qualifications and proposals from professional engineering firms for the design, bidding, and construction administration of a permanent fall protection system at Hangar 663, located at Marquette Sawyer Regional Airport. The facility is used by the Army Redstone Test Center (RTC) for winter aviation testing, requiring safe roof access for antenna maintenance. The scope includes site investigation, structural analysis, development of fall protection concepts (e.g., roof anchors, lifelines, guardrails), and preparation of bidding documents. Submissions must include a lump sum bid for all services. Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) are due by July 15, 2026, at 11:00 am EDT. Four complete sets of documents must be submitted by mail or in person to David Erhart, Airport Manager.
Site investigation, Structural analysis, Plans and specifications, Bidding documents, Construction administration, Final inspection
Professional qualifications, specialized experience, capacity, past performance, knowledge of locality, cost
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Summary
Marquette County is seeking qualifications and proposals from professional engineering firms for the design, bidding, and construction administration of a permanent fall protection system at Hangar 663, located at Marquette Sawyer Regional Airport.
The facility is used by the Army Redstone Test Center (RTC) for winter aviation testing, requiring safe roof access for antenna maintenance. The scope includes site investigation, structural analysis, development of fall protection concepts (e.g., roof anchors, lifelines, guardrails), and preparation of bidding documents. Submissions must include a lump sum bid for all services. Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) are due by July 15, 2026, at 11:00 am EDT. Four complete sets of documents must be submitted by mail or in person to David Erhart, Airport Manager.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Professional qualifications
- Specialized experience
- Capacity
- Past performance
- Knowledge of locality
- Cost
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Site investigation
- Structural analysis
- Plans and specifications
- Bidding documents
- Construction administration
- Final inspection
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Resumes
- References
- Proof of professional liability insurance
- Lump sum bid
- Vendor disclosure form
- Submit to
- 125 G Avenue, Gwinn, MI 49841
- Scope location
- Gwinn, MI
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Marquette County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 15, 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: 125 G Avenue, Gwinn, MI 49841. For questions, contact David Erhart.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Marquette County in MI, 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 David Erhart. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Site investigation, Structural analysis, Plans and specifications, Bidding documents, Construction administration, Final inspection. 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: "Professional qualifications, specialized experience, capacity, past performance, knowledge of locality, cost" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Marquette County?
All active and historical solicitations from Marquette County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Marquette 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: resumes, references, proof of professional liability insurance, lump sum bid, vendor disclosure form. Review the full document from Marquette 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: Gwinn, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.