Town of New Shoreham - On-Call Engineering and Architectural Design and Consulting Services - 2026
Town of New ShorehamCity · Block Island, RI- Due
- May 4, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 13, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Amy Lewis Land
- (401) 466-3210
The 30-second brief
The Town of New Shoreham, Rhode Island is seeking qualifications and experience from professional engineering and architectural design and consulting firms for general engineering design and consulting services on an as-needed basis for various projects within the Town's capital improvement program (CIP). Required professional disciplines include roadway and streetscape infrastructure projects, bridge and building structural infrastructure projects, marine engineering, stormwater, dam and water quality infrastructure projects, and parks, open spaces, landscape resiliency and vulnerability infrastructure projects. Typical anticipated projects include RIDOT roadway improvements, town-wide paving and RhodeRestore improvement program, Old Harbor Visitor Center renovations, New Harbor Harbormaster Marina, dredging programs, North Light interior renovations, landfill slope and revetment maintenance, and Corn Neck Road resiliency implementation. The submission deadline is May 4, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Selection will be qualification-based (QBS), with no cost or fee statements submitted initially; shortlisted firms will be interviewed, and selected firms will be requested to submit standard hourly labor rates, fixed overhead rates, and fee in a separate cover. The resulting contract will be for a three-year period with renewal options for up to three additional one-year periods or one additional three-year period.
Statement Preparation (10%), Consulting Firm or Collaborative Project Team (25%), Qualifications and Experience (20%), Experience with Similar Projects (15%), Discipline Representative Project Exercise (30%)
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Summary
The Town of New Shoreham, Rhode Island is seeking qualifications and experience from professional engineering and architectural design and consulting firms for general engineering design and consulting services on an as-needed basis for various projects within the Town's capital improvement program (CIP).
Required professional disciplines include roadway and streetscape infrastructure projects, bridge and building structural infrastructure projects, marine engineering, stormwater, dam and water quality infrastructure projects, and parks, open spaces, landscape resiliency and vulnerability infrastructure projects. Typical anticipated projects include RIDOT roadway improvements, town-wide paving and RhodeRestore improvement program, Old Harbor Visitor Center renovations, New Harbor Harbormaster Marina, dredging programs, North Light interior renovations, landfill slope and revetment maintenance, and Corn Neck Road resiliency implementation. The submission deadline is May 4, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Selection will be qualification-based (QBS), with no cost or fee statements submitted initially; shortlisted firms will be interviewed, and selected firms will be requested to submit standard hourly labor rates, fixed overhead rates, and fee in a separate cover. The resulting contract will be for a three-year period with renewal options for up to three additional one-year periods or one additional three-year period.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Qualification and Experience Statement
- Project Discipline Certificate
- Specifications Exception Form
- Certificate of Insurance
- Submit to
- Office of the Town Manager, located at 16 Old Town Road, Block Island, RI 02807 (mailed or delivered in person; faxed or e-mailed not accepted)
- Scope location
- Block Island, RI
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Town of New Shoreham?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 4, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Office of the Town Manager, located at 16 Old Town Road, Block Island, RI 02807 (mailed or delivered in person; faxed or e-mailed not accepted). For questions, contact Amy Lewis Land.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Town of New Shoreham in RI, 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 Amy Lewis Land at (401) 466-3210. 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: "Statement Preparation (10%), Consulting Firm or Collaborative Project Team (25%), Qualifications and Experience (20%), Experience with Similar Projects (15%), Discipline Representative Project Exercis..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of New Shoreham?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of New Shoreham are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of New Shoreham 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Qualification and Experience Statement, Project Discipline Certificate, Specifications Exception Form, Certificate of Insurance. Review the full document from Town of New Shoreham for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Block Island, RI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.