Orange County - General Engineering and Environmental Services - RFQ No 367-OC5490 (2026)
Orange CountyCounty · Hillsborough, NC- Due
- Nov 3, 2026
- 8 days left
- Posted
- Oct 6, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Jovana Amaro
- (919) 245-2660
The 30-second brief
Orange County is seeking proposals for its Solid Waste Management Department for multi-disciplined general engineering and solid waste services to support the ongoing and recurring need for engineering and environmental consulting services. Typical projects and functions include preparation of presentation material for public meetings, attending meetings, preparing design and bidding documents, assistance with RFPs and bid document reviews, and preparing drawings, calculations, evaluations, and estimates. Experience and capability may be required in landfill gas management, composting and organics management, groundwater management, master planning and permitting, geotechnical engineering, facilities planning and design, gas and groundwater remediation, quality assurance, materials handling and recovery, regulatory compliance, site assessment, transfer station design and construction, waste stream analysis, rate studies, risk assessment, cost estimating, laboratory analysis, alternative/emerging technologies assessment, solid waste strategic planning, C&D debris recycling, waste and recyclables collection, and PFAS monitoring and remediation. Electronic proposals must be submitted by 2:00 p.m. EST on November 3, 2026.
Overall qualifications and experience of the firm and subcontractors (30 points), Qualifications of individuals assigned to a project (25 points), Information supplied by references (15 points), Demonstrated capability to complete work tasks on time and within budget (30 points)
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Summary
Orange County is seeking proposals for its Solid Waste Management Department for multi-disciplined general engineering and solid waste services to support the ongoing and recurring need for engineering and environmental consulting services.
Typical projects and functions include preparation of presentation material for public meetings, attending meetings, preparing design and bidding documents, assistance with RFPs and bid document reviews, and preparing drawings, calculations, evaluations, and estimates. Experience and capability may be required in landfill gas management, composting and organics management, groundwater management, master planning and permitting, geotechnical engineering, facilities planning and design, gas and groundwater remediation, quality assurance, materials handling and recovery, regulatory compliance, site assessment, transfer station design and construction, waste stream analysis, rate studies, risk assessment, cost estimating, laboratory analysis, alternative/emerging technologies assessment, solid waste strategic planning, C&D debris recycling, waste and recyclables collection, and PFAS monitoring and remediation. Electronic proposals must be submitted by 2:00 p.m. EST on November 3, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Overall qualifications and experience of the firm and subcontractors (30 points), Qualifications of individuals assigned to a project (25 points), Information supplied by references (15 points), Demonstrated capability to complete work tasks on time and within budget (30 points)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Cover Letter
- Professional references
- Qualifications of Project Manager
- Rate sheet
- Acknowledgment of addendums
- Living Wage Contractor Policy
- E-Verify compliance
- Non-discrimination Certification Form
- Non-collusion statement
- Proof of professional liability insurance
- Addendum Acknowledgement Form
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Hillsborough, NC
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Orange County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 3, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Jovana Amaro.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Orange 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 Jovana Amaro at (919) 245-2660. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Overall qualifications and experience of the firm and subcontractors (30 points), Qualifications of individuals assigned to a project (25 points), Information supplied by references (15 points), Demon..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Orange County?
All active and historical solicitations from Orange County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Orange 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 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 3, 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 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: Cover Letter, Professional references, Qualifications of Project Manager, Rate sheet, Acknowledgment of addendums, Living Wage Contractor Policy, E-Verify compliance, Non-discrimination Certification. Review the full document from Orange 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: Hillsborough, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.