Town of Hillsborough System Development Fee and Rate Model Update RFP FY 2024
- Due
- Oct 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 4, 2026
- Primary contact
- Bryant Green
- (919) 296-9630
The 30-second brief
The Town of Hillsborough is soliciting fee proposals for the preparation of an updated system development fee analysis consistent with § 162A-205, along with a water and sewer rate model. The analysis will include committed and anticipated future water demand and sewer flow scenarios to calculate appropriate system development fees (SDFs) based on projected Capital Improvement Program (CIP) costs over the next 15 years. The scope covers residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional customers in northern Orange County, North Carolina, and involves evaluating buy-in, incremental, marginal, and combined cost scenarios. Interested firms must submit qualifications by October 2, 2026, with questions due by September 18, 2026. All deliverables are due by March 1, 2027.
The firm’s experience in providing similar services for similar projects, Approach, Clearly established expertise and capacity to complete scope of work, Qualifications and abilities of key individuals identified in the SOQ, References, Adherence to the submittal requirements, Familiarity and past experience with the town, Resident vs. non-resident firm, Proposed fee
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Summary
The Town of Hillsborough is soliciting fee proposals for the preparation of an updated system development fee analysis consistent with § 162A-205, along with a water and sewer rate model.
The analysis will include committed and anticipated future water demand and sewer flow scenarios to calculate appropriate system development fees (SDFs) based on projected Capital Improvement Program (CIP) costs over the next 15 years. The scope covers residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional customers in northern Orange County, North Carolina, and involves evaluating buy-in, incremental, marginal, and combined cost scenarios. Interested firms must submit qualifications by October 2, 2026, with questions due by September 18, 2026. All deliverables are due by March 1, 2027.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
9- The firm’s experience in providing similar services for similar projects
- Approach
- Clearly established expertise and capacity to complete scope of work
- Qualifications and abilities of key individuals identified in the SOQ
- References
- Adherence to the submittal requirements
- Familiarity and past experience with the town
- Resident vs. non-resident firm
- Proposed fee
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Cover Letter
- Firm Profile
- Organizational Chart and Core Values
- Approach
- Project Profiles
- Schedule
- References
- Proposed fee
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Hillsborough, NC
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Hillsborough?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 2, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Bryant Green.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Hillsborough 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 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 Bryant Green at (919) 296-9630. 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: "The firm’s experience in providing similar services for similar projects, Approach, Clearly established expertise and capacity to complete scope of work, Qualifications and abilities of key individual..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Hillsborough?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Hillsborough are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Hillsborough 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 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: Cover Letter, Firm Profile, Organizational Chart and Core Values, Approach, Project Profiles, Schedule, References, Proposed fee. Review the full document from Town of Hillsborough for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Hillsborough, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.