Town of Manchester - On-Call Structural Engineering Services - RFP #26/27-15 (2026)
Town of ManchesterCity · Manchester, CT- Due
- Oct 29, 2026
- 2 days left
- Posted
- Oct 13, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Jeff LaMalva
- (860) 647-3158
The 30-second brief
The Town of Manchester is soliciting proposals from qualified structural engineering firms to provide on-call structural engineering services. The selected consultant will support the Town on an as-needed basis for municipal infrastructure review, analysis, inspection, and design tasks including cellular tower attachment calculations, traffic control signal and light-pole loading, retaining walls, foundations, span poles, mast arms, and light poles. The contract term is from Date of Award through December 31, 2027, with an option to extend for 3 additional one-year periods. Responses are due by October 29, 2026, at 11:00 am via the OpenGov portal. Evaluation criteria include quality and thoroughness of proposal, hourly pricing, qualifications of key personnel, and demonstrated experience of similar scope.
Quality and thoroughness of the proposal (20%), Hourly Pricing (30%), Qualifications of Key Personnel (20%), Demonstrated Experience of Similar Scope (30%)
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Summary
The Town of Manchester is soliciting proposals from qualified structural engineering firms to provide on-call structural engineering services.
The selected consultant will support the Town on an as-needed basis for municipal infrastructure review, analysis, inspection, and design tasks including cellular tower attachment calculations, traffic control signal and light-pole loading, retaining walls, foundations, span poles, mast arms, and light poles. The contract term is from Date of Award through December 31, 2027, with an option to extend for 3 additional one-year periods. Responses are due by October 29, 2026, at 11:00 am via the OpenGov portal. Evaluation criteria include quality and thoroughness of proposal, hourly pricing, qualifications of key personnel, and demonstrated experience of similar scope.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Manchester Living Wage Certification, Form W-9
- Submit to
- https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/townofmanchester
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Manchester, CT
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Manchester?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 29, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/townofmanchester. For questions, contact Jeff LaMalva.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Manchester in CT, 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 Jeff LaMalva at (860) 647-3158. 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: "Quality and thoroughness of the proposal (20%), Hourly Pricing (30%), Qualifications of Key Personnel (20%), Demonstrated Experience of Similar Scope (30%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Manchester?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Manchester are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Manchester 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 29, 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: Manchester Living Wage Certification, Form W-9. Review the full document from Town of Manchester for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Manchester, CT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.