Town of Black Mountain Flat Creek Flood Mitigation Project Engineering Services RFQ (DRMF 2025)
Town of Black MountainCity · Black Mountain, NC- Due
- Mar 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 23, 2026
- Duration
- 36 months
- Primary contact
- Jessica Trotman
The 30-second brief
The Town of Black Mountain is seeking Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from professional engineering firms for the Flat Creek Flood Mitigation Project, funded by the North Carolina Disaster Relief and Mitigation Fund (DRMF) 2025. The scope of work includes comprehensive engineering services from survey and design through permitting, bidding, and construction administration. Specific improvements involve replacing 10 undersized culverts with 15 larger units, stabilizing 760 LF of streambanks, and improving stormwater service levels to a 50-year design standard across three priority areas: Portmanvilla Rd, 6th St, and 7th St. Firms must be licensed in North Carolina and demonstrate experience in hydrology/hydraulic modeling and flood mitigation. Submissions are due March 27, 2026, via email or physical delivery to the Assistant Town Manager.
Statements of Qualifications (SOQs), 3 hard copies (if providing physical copies), Graphical cover (optional)
Qualifications-Based Selection (QBS) process, technical competence, permitting familiarity, construction-phase experience, stormwater/flood mitigation experience
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Summary
The Town of Black Mountain is seeking Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from professional engineering firms for the Flat Creek Flood Mitigation Project, funded by the North Carolina Disaster Relief and Mitigation Fund (DRMF) 2025.
The scope of work includes comprehensive engineering services from survey and design through permitting, bidding, and construction administration. Specific improvements involve replacing 10 undersized culverts with 15 larger units, stabilizing 760 LF of streambanks, and improving stormwater service levels to a 50-year design standard across three priority areas: Portmanvilla Rd, 6th St, and 7th St. Firms must be licensed in North Carolina and demonstrate experience in hydrology/hydraulic modeling and flood mitigation. Submissions are due March 27, 2026, via email or physical delivery to the Assistant Town Manager.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Qualifications-Based Selection (QBS) process
- Technical competence
- Permitting familiarity
- Construction-phase experience
- Stormwater/flood mitigation experience
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Statements of Qualifications (SOQs)
- 3 hard copies (if providing physical copies)
- Graphical cover (optional)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Addendum No. 01
- Submit to
- Via email: [email protected]; Delivered to Jessica Trotman, 160 Midland Ave., Black Mtn, NC 28711
- Scope location
- Black Mountain, NC
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Town of Black Mountain?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 27, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Via email: [email protected]; Delivered to Jessica Trotman, 160 Midland Ave., Black Mtn, NC 28711. For questions, contact Jessica Trotman.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Town of Black Mountain in NC, 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 Jessica Trotman. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Statements of Qualifications (SOQs), 3 hard copies (if providing physical copies), Graphical cover (optional). 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: "Qualifications-Based Selection (QBS) process, technical competence, permitting familiarity, construction-phase experience, stormwater/flood mitigation experience" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Black Mountain?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Black Mountain are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Black Mountain 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 36 months. 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: Addendum No. 01. Review the full document from Town of Black Mountain for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Black Mountain, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.