Polk County Engineering Services RFP 26-291 - Cherry Hill Direct Potable Reuse Water Treatment Facility
Polk County Sheriff s Office - PurchasingCounty · FL- Due
- Jul 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
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Polk County is soliciting proposals for RFP 26-291 to provide Engineering Services for the Cherry Hill Direct Potable Reuse Water Treatment Facility. The selection process includes a proposal distribution meeting on July 15, 2026, a scoring and elevation meeting on August 13, 2026, and potential interviews on August 25, 2026. The Selection Committee will evaluate firms based on established criteria to either recommend contract negotiations with the highest-ranked proposer or conduct interviews. In accordance with Florida Statutes, proposal files are exempt from public review for 30 working days after the bid opening or until a recommendation of award. Interviews are exempt from public attendance, but the final ranking and recommendation will occur in a public meeting.
RFP Elevation Criteria and Selection Process
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Summary
Polk County is soliciting proposals for RFP 26-291 to provide Engineering Services for the Cherry Hill Direct Potable Reuse Water Treatment Facility.
The selection process includes a proposal distribution meeting on July 15, 2026, a scoring and elevation meeting on August 13, 2026, and potential interviews on August 25, 2026. The Selection Committee will evaluate firms based on established criteria to either recommend contract negotiations with the highest-ranked proposer or conduct interviews. In accordance with Florida Statutes, proposal files are exempt from public review for 30 working days after the bid opening or until a recommendation of award. Interviews are exempt from public attendance, but the final ranking and recommendation will occur in a public meeting.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
RFP Elevation Criteria and Selection Process
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Proposals, evaluation criteria
- Scope location
- Polk County, FL
- Reported agency
- Polk County
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Polk County Sheriff s Office - Purchasing?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 15, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Polk County Sheriff s Office - 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 RFP 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.
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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: "RFP Elevation Criteria and Selection Process" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Polk County Sheriff s Office - Purchasing?
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What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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: Proposals, evaluation criteria. Review the full document from Polk County Sheriff s Office - 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: Polk County, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.