Pierce County Pipeline Trail Phase 3 Architecture and Engineering Services RFQ 2026-RFQ-257 (2026)
Pierce CountyCounty · Tacoma, WA- Due
- Nov 20, 2026
- 13 days left
- Posted
- Oct 30, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Joel Stanger
- (253) 798-4250
The 30-second brief
Pierce County Parks and Recreation is requesting Statements of Qualifications for architecture and engineering services, design, permitting, and construction administration for Phase 3 of the Pipeline Trail. The 2.2-mile non-motorized, multi-modal trail connects Orangegate Park and Fruitland Ave E, following the existing Tacoma Public Utilities Pipeline Road corridor. The scope includes surveying, geotechnical and environmental studies, civil/structural/electrical engineering, public outreach, grant acquisition, and preparing 30%, 60%, 95%, and 100% construction documents for public bid. The contract term is 30 months with an option to renew for an additional one year. Submissions are due by November 20, 2026, with a question deadline of November 13, 2026. Evaluation criteria include relevant experience, project approach, capacity, and past performance.
Relevant Experience and Qualifications 40%, Project Approach Narrative 20%, Capacity and Availability 20%, Accuracy and Completeness of the SOQ 10%, Past Performance 10%
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Summary
Pierce County Parks and Recreation is requesting Statements of Qualifications for architecture and engineering services, design, permitting, and construction administration for Phase 3 of the Pipeline Trail.
The 2.2-mile non-motorized, multi-modal trail connects Orangegate Park and Fruitland Ave E, following the existing Tacoma Public Utilities Pipeline Road corridor. The scope includes surveying, geotechnical and environmental studies, civil/structural/electrical engineering, public outreach, grant acquisition, and preparing 30%, 60%, 95%, and 100% construction documents for public bid. The contract term is 30 months with an option to renew for an additional one year. Submissions are due by November 20, 2026, with a question deadline of November 13, 2026. Evaluation criteria include relevant experience, project approach, capacity, and past performance.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Relevant Experience and Qualifications 40%
- Project Approach Narrative 20%
- Capacity and Availability 20%
- Accuracy and Completeness of the SOQ 10%
- Past Performance 10%
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Letter of interest
- Organizational chart
- Professional licenses
- Approach narrative
- Resumes
- Litigation summary
- Exceptions statement
- References
- Addendum acknowledgement
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/piercecountywa/projects/318738/document?projectId=2026-RFQ-257
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Tacoma, WA
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Pierce County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 20, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/piercecountywa/projects/318738/document?projectId=2026-RFQ-257. For questions, contact Joel Stanger.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Pierce 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 Joel Stanger at (253) 798-4250. 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: "Relevant Experience and Qualifications 40%, Project Approach Narrative 20%, Capacity and Availability 20%, Accuracy and Completeness of the SOQ 10%, Past Performance 10%" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Pierce County?
All active and historical solicitations from Pierce County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Pierce 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 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 20, 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: letter of interest, organizational chart, professional licenses, approach narrative, resumes, litigation summary, exceptions statement, references, addendum acknowledgement. Review the full document from Pierce 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: Tacoma, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.