Pinellas County Professional Architectural Consulting Services RFQ 26-0492-RFQ-CCNAC 2026
Pinellas County, Public Works Dept.County · FL- Due
- May 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 14, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Derek Weaver
- (727) 464-5309
The 30-second brief
Pinellas County is seeking qualified professional firms to provide architectural, engineering, landscape architecture, and surveying and mapping services pursuant to the Consultants' Competitive Negotiation Act (CCNA), Florida Statute 287.055. The resulting continuing contract will support the County Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and operating and maintenance issues on an assignment-by-assignment basis across various disciplines including architectural, civil, electrical, environmental, geotechnical, HVAC, mechanical, structural, and transportation engineering. Submittals are due by May 14, 2026, with written questions due by May 4, 2026. Evaluation criteria include the ability of the firm and professional personnel, firm experience with projects of similar size, volume of work previously awarded by the County, minority business status, Pinellas County Small Business Enterprise (SBE) status, and location.
Ability of Firm and its Professional Personnel, Willingness and Ability to Meet Schedule and Budget Based on Current and Projected Workload 425 Points, Firm Experience with Projects of Similar Size and Past Performance 375 Points, Pinellas County Small Business Enterprise Status 100 Points, Volume of Work Previously Awarded by the County 50 Points, Minority Business Status 25 Points, Location 25 Points
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Summary
Pinellas County is seeking qualified professional firms to provide architectural, engineering, landscape architecture, and surveying and mapping services pursuant to the Consultants' Competitive Negotiation Act (CCNA), Florida Statute 287.055.
The resulting continuing contract will support the County Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and operating and maintenance issues on an assignment-by-assignment basis across various disciplines including architectural, civil, electrical, environmental, geotechnical, HVAC, mechanical, structural, and transportation engineering. Submittals are due by May 14, 2026, with written questions due by May 4, 2026. Evaluation criteria include the ability of the firm and professional personnel, firm experience with projects of similar size, volume of work previously awarded by the County, minority business status, Pinellas County Small Business Enterprise (SBE) status, and location.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Ability of Firm and its Professional Personnel, Willingness and Ability to Meet Schedule and Budget Based on Current and Projected Workload 425 Points, Firm Experience with Projects of Similar Size and Past Performance 375 Points, Pinellas County Small Business Enterprise Status 100 Points, Volume of Work Previously Awarded by the County 50 Points, Minority Business Status 25 Points, Location 25 Points
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Standard Forms 330
- Certificate of Florida Small and Minority Business
- Attachment A Small Business Enterprise Status Form
- Certificate for each firm claiming Pinellas County SBE status
- Notarized E-Verify Affidavit
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pinellasfl
- Duration
- 84 months
- Scope location
- Clearwater, FL
- Reported agency
- Pinellas County
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Pinellas County, Public Works Dept.?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 14, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pinellasfl. For questions, contact Derek Weaver.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Pinellas County, Public Works Dept. 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: "Ability of Firm and its Professional Personnel, Willingness and Ability to Meet Schedule and Budget Based on Current and Projected Workload 425 Points, Firm Experience with Projects of Similar Size an..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Pinellas County, Public Works Dept.?
All active and historical solicitations from Pinellas County, Public Works Dept. are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Pinellas County, Public Works Dept. 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.
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: Standard Forms 330, Certificate of Florida Small and Minority Business, Attachment A Small Business Enterprise Status Form, Certificate for each firm claiming Pinellas County SBE status, Notarized E-V. Review the full document from Pinellas County, Public Works Dept. 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.