Town of Canton - CDBG Pigeon River Corridor Plan Former Mill Site 30% Engineering Design RFQ 2026
Town of CantonCity · Canton, NC- Due
- Jan 19, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 12, 2025
- Primary contact
- Lisa Stinnett
- (828) 648-2363
The 30-second brief
The Town of Canton seeks an engineering consulting firm with proven expertise in flood resiliency and mitigation planning to develop 30% engineering design plans for measures 1-3 of the Pigeon River Corridor Plan, funded by a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). The project involves the removal of two low head dams downstream of Park Street, bank stabilization, riverbed grade control, and floodplain benching at the wastewater treatment facility site and former mill property located at PIN 8657-72-2242 in Canton, North Carolina. Scope includes reviewing existing studies, conducting field assessments and data collection for hydraulic modeling, alternative analysis, monthly project meetings, public outreach community forums, and identifying or securing future funding sources. Qualifications are due by January 19, 2026, at Noon ET, following a non-mandatory pre-submittal briefing on December 19, 2025. Evaluation criteria include team qualifications (30 points), technical merit (25 points), schedule and price approach (20 points), and funding capability (25 points).
Alternative Analysis evaluating practical Project alternatives with cost estimates; 30% Engineering Design Plans with details and supporting basis of design report; Preliminary Project Plan outlining future project tasks, Phases, Potential funding sources, Engineering designs, And permits; Agendas and minutes for monthly project meetings; Presentation materials for public outreach events and funding opportunities; Funding applications, Supporting documents, Plans, And analysis on viability of funding sources.
Team Qualifications (30), Technical Merit (25), Schedule and Price (20), Funding (25)
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Summary
The Town of Canton seeks an engineering consulting firm with proven expertise in flood resiliency and mitigation planning to develop 30% engineering design plans for measures 1-3 of the Pigeon River Corridor Plan, funded by a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG).
The project involves the removal of two low head dams downstream of Park Street, bank stabilization, riverbed grade control, and floodplain benching at the wastewater treatment facility site and former mill property located at PIN 8657-72-2242 in Canton, North Carolina. Scope includes reviewing existing studies, conducting field assessments and data collection for hydraulic modeling, alternative analysis, monthly project meetings, public outreach community forums, and identifying or securing future funding sources. Qualifications are due by January 19, 2026, at Noon ET, following a non-mandatory pre-submittal briefing on December 19, 2025. Evaluation criteria include team qualifications (30 points), technical merit (25 points), schedule and price approach (20 points), and funding capability (25 points).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Alternative Analysis evaluating practical Project alternatives with cost estimates
- 30% Engineering Design Plans with details and supporting basis of design report
- Preliminary Project Plan outlining future project tasks, Phases, Potential funding sources, Engineering designs, And permits
- Agendas and minutes for monthly project meetings
- Presentation materials for public outreach events and funding opportunities
- Funding applications, Supporting documents, Plans, And analysis on viability of funding sources
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Transmittal Letter
- Executive Summary
- Qualifications
- Proposed Project Approach
- Appendix including resumes of key personnel (up to 10)
- Project summaries for 3 completed flood mitigation and resiliency projects
- Certifications
REQUIRED STAFFING
Project Manager, Engineer of Record
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Canton, NC
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Town of Canton?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 19, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Lisa Stinnett.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Town of Canton 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 Lisa Stinnett at (828) 648-2363. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Project Manager, Engineer of Record. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Alternative Analysis evaluating practical Project alternatives with cost estimates; 30% Engineering Design Plans with details and supporting basis of design report; Preliminary Project Plan outlining future project tasks, Phases, Potential funding sources, Engineering designs, And permits; Agendas a. 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: "Team Qualifications (30), Technical Merit (25), Schedule and Price (20), Funding (25)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Canton?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Canton are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Canton 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Transmittal Letter, Executive Summary, Qualifications, Proposed Project Approach, Appendix including resumes of key personnel (up to 10), project summaries for 3 completed flood mitigation and resilie. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Town of Canton for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Canton, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.