Smith County Request for Engineering Services RFQ 2026 - New EMS Building CDBG Project
Smith CountyCounty · Smith County, TN- Due
- Feb 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 30, 2026
- Primary contact
- Marcie Ackerman
The 30-second brief
Smith County is seeking statements of qualifications from architectural firms for a CDBG-funded project to construct a new EMS and Rescue Squad building. Qualifications are due by noon on February 20, 2026.
Preliminary engineering report, Plans and specifications, Ongoing construction review inspections
Specialized experience or technical expertise of the firm, Past performance record on contracts with the community as well as other clients, Capability of firm to perform the work within time limitations, Familiarity with the type of problems applicable to the project, Familiarity with local conditions
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Summary
Smith County is seeking statements of qualifications from architectural firms for a CDBG-funded project to construct a new EMS and Rescue Squad building. Qualifications are due by noon on February 20, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Specialized experience or technical expertise of the firm, Past performance record on contracts with the community as well as other clients, Capability of firm to perform the work within time limitations, Familiarity with the type of problems applicable to the project, Familiarity with local conditions
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Preliminary engineering report
- Plans and specifications
- Ongoing construction review inspections
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Carthage, TN
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Smith County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 20, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Marcie Ackerman.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Smith County in TN, 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 Marcie Ackerman. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Preliminary engineering report, Plans and specifications, Ongoing construction review inspections. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Specialized experience or technical expertise of the firm, Past performance record on contracts with the community as well as other clients, Capability of firm to perform the work within time limitati..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Smith County?
All active and historical solicitations from Smith County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Smith County 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 Smith 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: Carthage, TN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.