Town of Chestertown - Wastewater Pumpstation Improvement Project - RFP 2026-09 (2026)
Town of ChestertownCity · Chestertown, MD- Due
- Nov 20, 2026
- 17 days left
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
- Duration
- 18 months
- Primary contact
- Chad P. Rooney
- (410) 778-0500
The 30-second brief
The Town of Chestertown seeks professional engineering services for the rehabilitation, upgrade, and complete replacement of three wastewater pump stations: Cannon Street SPS, Domino's SPS, and College Heights SPS. The scope of work includes preliminary engineering, field investigations, boundary and topographic surveys, geotechnical investigations, a Preliminary Engineering Report (PER), design phase services, MDE permitting, bidding assistance, and construction phase services. Key challenges involve hazardous location classification (Class I, Division 1), wetland and FEMA 100-year floodplain constraints at Cannon Street, uncertain electrical and property rights, and bypass pumping requirements. Proposals are due by November 20, 2026, at 12:00 PM, preceded by a mandatory pre-submission meeting on November 4, 2026.
Understanding of the project and quality of the technical approach (20%), Qualifications and relevant experience of the firm on comparable pumping station projects (30%), Qualifications and relevant experience of the proposed project manager, project engineer, key personnel and subconsultants (30%), Proposed schedule, level of effort, and demonstrated capacity to perform (10%), Past performance and client references (10%)
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Summary
The Town of Chestertown seeks professional engineering services for the rehabilitation, upgrade, and complete replacement of three wastewater pump stations: Cannon Street SPS, Domino's SPS, and College Heights SPS. The scope of work includes preliminary engineering, field investigations, boundary and topographic surveys, geotechnical investigations, a Preliminary Engineering Report (PER), design phase services, MDE permitting, bidding assistance, and construction phase services.
Key challenges involve hazardous location classification (Class I, Division 1), wetland and FEMA 100-year floodplain constraints at Cannon Street, uncertain electrical and property rights, and bypass pumping requirements. Proposals are due by November 20, 2026, at 12:00 PM, preceded by a mandatory pre-submission meeting on November 4, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Understanding of the project and quality of the technical approach (20%), Qualifications and relevant experience of the firm on comparable pumping station projects (30%), Qualifications and relevant experience of the proposed project manager, project engineer, key personnel and subconsultants (30%), Proposed schedule, level of effort, and demonstrated capacity to perform (10%), Past performance and client references (10%)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Certification Regarding Debarment and Suspension
- Conflict of Interest Disclosure
- Equal Employment Opportunity certification
- MBE/DBE participation form(s)
- Addenda Acknowledgment
- Certificates of insurance or carrier letter
- Current W-9
- Submit to
- 118 North Cross Street, Chestertown, MD 21620
- Scope location
- Chestertown, MD
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Chestertown?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 20, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 118 North Cross Street, Chestertown, MD 21620. For questions, contact Chad P. Rooney.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Chestertown in MD, 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.
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 Chad P. Rooney at (410) 778-0500. 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: "Understanding of the project and quality of the technical approach (20%), Qualifications and relevant experience of the firm on comparable pumping station projects (30%), Qualifications and relevant e..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Chestertown?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Chestertown are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Chestertown 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 18 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 20, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Non-Collusion Affidavit, Certification Regarding Debarment and Suspension, Conflict of Interest Disclosure, Equal Employment Opportunity certification, MBE/DBE participation form(s), Addenda Acknowled. Review the full document from Town of Chestertown for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Chestertown, MD. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.