Pinellas County - Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) Professional Engineering Services - 26-0494-RFQ-CCNAC
Pinellas County PurchasingCounty · Clearwater, FL- Due
- May 26, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 23, 2026
- Primary contact
- Derek Weaver
- (727) 464-5309
The 30-second brief
Pinellas County is seeking professional engineering firms to provide mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) professional services in compliance with Section 287.055 Florida Statutes, known as the Consultants' Competitive Negotiation Act (CCNA). The competitive process ensures the selection of qualified professional firms for architectural and engineering services. Submissions are evaluated based on quality of personnel, minority business enterprise consideration, past performance, willingness to meet time and budget requirements, location, workload, and volume of previously awarded work. The submission deadline is May 26, 2026, with a notice of interest deadline of May 15, 2026.
Quality of personnel, minority business enterprise consideration, past performance, willingness to meet time and budget requirements, location, workload, volume of work previously awarded to each Professional Firm by the County
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Summary
Pinellas County is seeking professional engineering firms to provide mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) professional services in compliance with Section 287.055 Florida Statutes, known as the Consultants' Competitive Negotiation Act (CCNA).
The competitive process ensures the selection of qualified professional firms for architectural and engineering services. Submissions are evaluated based on quality of personnel, minority business enterprise consideration, past performance, willingness to meet time and budget requirements, location, workload, and volume of previously awarded work. The submission deadline is May 26, 2026, with a notice of interest deadline of May 15, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Quality of personnel, minority business enterprise consideration, past performance, willingness to meet time and budget requirements, location, workload, volume of work previously awarded to each Professional Firm by the County
- Submit to
- 400 S. Ft. Harrison Ave., Clearwater, FL, 33765
- Scope location
- Clearwater, FL
- Reported agency
- Pinellas County
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Pinellas County Purchasing?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 26, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: 400 S. Ft. Harrison Ave., Clearwater, FL, 33765. For questions, contact Derek Weaver.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Pinellas County Purchasing in FL, 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 Derek Weaver at (727) 464-5309. 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: "Quality of personnel, minority business enterprise consideration, past performance, willingness to meet time and budget requirements, location, workload, volume of work previously awarded to each Prof..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Pinellas County Purchasing?
All active and historical solicitations from Pinellas County Purchasing are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Pinellas County Purchasing 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. Review the full document from Pinellas County Purchasing for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Clearwater, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.