Town of Exeter Professional Design Services for Pairpoint Park - RFQ No. PL 2026-01 (2026)
Town of ExeterCity · Exeter, NH- Due
- May 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 26, 2026
- Primary contact
- Dave Sharples
- (603) 773-6114
The 30-second brief
The Town of Exeter Planning Department is seeking qualifications from interdisciplinary teams led by a Landscape Architect with civil engineering support to provide professional design services for the Pairpoint Park project located at 23 Water Street in Exeter, New Hampshire. The scope includes advancing the approved "Shady Bosque" concept through design development, LWCF grant support, and construction documents (100%) for a 3,187 square foot pocket park featuring a central plaza, stone dust surfacing, seating, boardwalk, and river access. The anticipated project budget is approximately $35,000. Submissions are due by May 22, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at the Planning Office.
Firm's qualifications and resource capability, Qualifications of project team, Prior successful experience with the public sector, Demonstrated success working with local government entities, citizen committees, and members of the general public, Understanding of the Project Scope, Approach for completing the work, Commitment to, and previous demonstrated track record in meeting project timelines and budgets, Quality of Proposal, References
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Summary
The Town of Exeter Planning Department is seeking qualifications from interdisciplinary teams led by a Landscape Architect with civil engineering support to provide professional design services for the Pairpoint Park project located at 23 Water Street in Exeter, New Hampshire.
The scope includes advancing the approved "Shady Bosque" concept through design development, LWCF grant support, and construction documents (100%) for a 3,187 square foot pocket park featuring a central plaza, stone dust surfacing, seating, boardwalk, and river access. The anticipated project budget is approximately $35,000. Submissions are due by May 22, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at the Planning Office.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
12- Firm's qualifications and resource capability
- Qualifications of project team
- Prior successful experience with the public sector
- Demonstrated success working with local government entities
- Citizen committees
- Members of the general public
- Understanding of the Project Scope
- Approach for completing the work
- Commitment to
- Previous demonstrated track record in meeting project timelines and budgets
- Quality of Proposal
- References
- Submit to
- Town of Exeter, Planning Department, 10 Front St, Exeter, NH 03833, Attn: Dave Sharples
- Scope location
- Exeter, NH
- Projected sq ft
- 3,187 sq ft
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Town of Exeter?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 22, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: Town of Exeter, Planning Department, 10 Front St, Exeter, NH 03833, Attn: Dave Sharples. For questions, contact Dave Sharples.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Town of Exeter in NH, 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 Dave Sharples at (603) 773-6114. 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: "Firm's qualifications and resource capability, Qualifications of project team, Prior successful experience with the public sector, Demonstrated success working with local government entities, citizen..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Exeter?
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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 Town of Exeter for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Exeter, NH. The total projected area is 3187 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.