REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES WATER SYSTEM ASSET INVENTORY AND ASSESSMENT
McDowell CountyCounty · McDowell County, NC- Due
- Jun 13, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Duration
- 24 months
- Primary contact
- Ashley R. Wooten
The 30-second brief
McDowell County is seeking engineering services for a Water System Asset Inventory and Assessment Project. The project is anticipated to take approximately two years to complete and is funded by an AIA grant. The County is looking for firms to provide qualifications, a work plan, and hourly rates for personnel.
Asset Inventory and Assessment, minimum 10-year capital improvement plan, recommendations for funding, potential assistance in application submittals, development of an Asset Management Plan, detailed rate study and associated rate education requirements.
Qualifications, Competence and Reputation of Firm and Personnel, Firm's Capability to Meet Time and Project Budget Requirements, Related Experience on Similar Projects, Recent and Current Work for the County/Familiarity with Locality
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Summary
McDowell County is seeking engineering services for a Water System Asset Inventory and Assessment Project.
The project is anticipated to take approximately two years to complete and is funded by an AIA grant. The County is looking for firms to provide qualifications, a work plan, and hourly rates for personnel.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Qualifications
- Competence and Reputation of Firm and Personnel
- Firm's Capability to Meet Time and Project Budget Requirements
- Related Experience on Similar Projects
- Recent and Current Work for the County/Familiarity with Locality
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Asset Inventory and Assessment
- Minimum 10-year capital improvement plan
- Recommendations for funding
- Potential assistance in application submittals
- Development of an Asset Management Plan
- Detailed rate study and associated rate education requirements
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
three (3) printed copies and one digital copy on a flash drive
- Submit to
- McDowell County, 60 E. Court Street, Marion, NC 28752
- Scope location
- McDowell County, NC
Questions about this RFSOQ
How do I respond to this RFSOQ from McDowell County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 13, 2025. 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: McDowell County, 60 E. Court Street, Marion, NC 28752. For questions, contact Ashley R. Wooten.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFSOQ?
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 RFSOQ 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 Ashley R. Wooten. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Asset Inventory and Assessment, minimum 10-year capital improvement plan, recommendations for funding, potential assistance in application submittals, development of an Asset Management Plan, detailed rate study and associated rate education requirements.. 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: "Qualifications, Competence and Reputation of Firm and Personnel, Firm's Capability to Meet Time and Project Budget Requirements, Related Experience on Similar Projects, Recent and Current Work for the..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from McDowell County?
All active and historical solicitations from McDowell County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, McDowell County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 24 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFSOQ?
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: three (3) printed copies and one digital copy on a flash drive. 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: McDowell County, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.