McDowell County - Engineering Services for Helene Streambank Stabilization & Restoration - 2026
McDowell CountyCounty · McDowell County, NC- Due
- Oct 5, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 14, 2026
- Primary contact
- Melissa Schiefelbein
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Summary
McDowell County Soil and Water Conservation seeks a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) to provide a full set of designs, permits, and construction project management/certification for streambank stabilization and stream restoration.
The work involves the removal of debris, stabilization, and restoration of several sites in various watersheds within McDowell County impacted by TS Helene. Scope includes in-stream structures such as boulder cross veins, log veins, and j-hooks, debris (woody and cobble) removal, floodplain studies, floodplain administration, FEMA 100-year flood zone no-rise/no-impact study, and NRCS standards compliance. Submission deadline is October 5, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET via email to [email protected]. Written questions are due by September 21, 2026. Applicants must submit a letter of interest detailing five completed WNC streambank projects, professional experience/certifications, on-time/in-budget project documentation, office locations, subcontractor qualifications, and at least three WNC project references.
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Marion, NC
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from McDowell County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 5, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Melissa Schiefelbein.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including McDowell 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 Melissa Schiefelbein. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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. Review the full document from McDowell 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: Marion, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.