Town of Forest City - Electric Substation Project Engineering Services RFQ 2026
City of ForestCity · Forest City, NC- Due
- Nov 13, 2026
- 10 days left
- Posted
- Oct 23, 2026
- Primary contact
- Preston Janco
- (828) 247-4412
The 30-second brief
Town of Forest City seeks a prime engineering firm to design and support construction of a new electric distribution substation and related transmission, feeder, and site improvements near Pine Ridge and Tonex streets. The approximately 10-acre site project is supported by an EDA disaster supplemental funding application. Scope includes design basis confirmation, surveying, permitting, utility coordination with Duke Energy, design of electrical equipment, bus, protection, SCADA, grounding, controls, and site grading, as well as procurement assistance, construction administration, and commissioning. Statements of Qualifications are due by November 13, 2026, at 5:00 PM Eastern Time. Questions are due by October 30, 2026.
Comparable substation and utility interconnection experience 20, Qualifications of the proposed multidisciplinary team 25, Project understanding and technical approach 20, Federal funding EDA and domestic content experience 10, Capacity schedule management and quality control 10, References, past performance, familiarity with Forest City’s electric system 15
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Summary
Town of Forest City seeks a prime engineering firm to design and support construction of a new electric distribution substation and related transmission, feeder, and site improvements near Pine Ridge and Tonex streets.
The approximately 10-acre site project is supported by an EDA disaster supplemental funding application. Scope includes design basis confirmation, surveying, permitting, utility coordination with Duke Energy, design of electrical equipment, bus, protection, SCADA, grounding, controls, and site grading, as well as procurement assistance, construction administration, and commissioning. Statements of Qualifications are due by November 13, 2026, at 5:00 PM Eastern Time. Questions are due by October 30, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Comparable substation and utility interconnection experience 20
- Qualifications of the proposed multidisciplinary team 25
- Project understanding and technical approach 20
- Federal funding EDA and domestic content experience 10
- Capacity schedule management and quality control 10
- References
- Past performance
- Familiarity with Forest City’s electric system 15
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
26- Signed cover letter with legal firm name
- Address
- Contact information
- Acknowledgment of addenda
- Firm profile
- Managing office
- Legal structure
- Years in business
- North Carolina registrations
- Any joint venture arrangements
- Project manager and key staff
- Roles
- Licenses
- Concise resumes
- Subconsultants
- Current workload
- Availability
- Up to five comparable projects
- Understanding and approach
- Three client references
- Disclosures of conflicts
- Relationships affecting independent judgment
- Litigation materially affecting performance
- Defaults in the past five years
- Suspension or debarment history
- Statement of ability to meet insurance requirements
- Submit to
- 128 N Powell St, Forest City, NC 28043 or [email protected]
- Scope location
- Forest City, NC
- Reported agency
- Town of Forest City
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Forest?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 13, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 128 N Powell St, Forest City, NC 28043 or [email protected]. For questions, contact Preston Janco.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Forest 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 Preston Janco at (828) 247-4412. 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: "Comparable substation and utility interconnection experience 20, Qualifications of the proposed multidisciplinary team 25, Project understanding and technical approach 20, Federal funding EDA and dome..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 13, 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 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: Signed cover letter with legal firm name, address, contact information, and acknowledgment of addenda, Firm profile, managing office, legal structure, years in business, North Carolina registrations,. Review the full document from City of Forest for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Forest City, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.