Town of Newport - Town Trail Development Project Engineering Services RFP 2026
Town of NewportCity · Newport, NY- Due
- May 8, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 14, 2026
- Duration
- 9 months
- Primary contact
- Nathaniel Lowell
- (315) 914-0489
The 30-second brief
The Town of Newport seeks proposals for professional engineering and planning services to undertake a project-specific planning process for a trail within the Town. The project will develop a detailed, site-specific trail layout, schematic design, environmental review, and implementation plan for the creation of a multi-use trail system on Town-owned land next to the municipal office building at 2788 Newport Road, Newport, NY 13416. Key tasks include project coordination, existing conditions review, public participation, destination inventory and analysis, trail design considerations and route recommendations, cost estimates and implementation program, and final report preparation. The submission deadline is May 8, 2026, with questions due by May 6, 2026.
Task 1: Project Coordination, Task 2: Overview of Existing Conditions, Task 3: Public Engagement, Task 4: Destination Inventory and Analysis, Task 5: Trail Design Considerations and Route Recommendations, Task 6: Cost Estimates and Implementation Program, Task 7: Final Report
Price, experience, approach, references
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Summary
The Town of Newport seeks proposals for professional engineering and planning services to undertake a project-specific planning process for a trail within the Town.
The project will develop a detailed, site-specific trail layout, schematic design, environmental review, and implementation plan for the creation of a multi-use trail system on Town-owned land next to the municipal office building at 2788 Newport Road, Newport, NY 13416. Key tasks include project coordination, existing conditions review, public participation, destination inventory and analysis, trail design considerations and route recommendations, cost estimates and implementation program, and final report preparation. The submission deadline is May 8, 2026, with questions due by May 6, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Price
- Experience
- Approach
- References
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Task 1: Project Coordination
- Task 2: Overview of Existing Conditions
- Task 3: Public Engagement
- Task 4: Destination Inventory and Analysis
- Task 5: Trail Design Considerations and Route Recommendations
- Task 6: Cost Estimates and Implementation Program
- Task 7: Final Report
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Title Page
- Letter of Transmittal
- Firm Background
- Cost Proposal
- Insurance
- License to Practice in New York State
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Newport, NY
- Projected sq ft
- 2,613,600 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Newport?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 8, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Nathaniel Lowell.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Newport in NY, 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 Nathaniel Lowell at (315) 914-0489. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Task 1: Project Coordination, Task 2: Overview of Existing Conditions, Task 3: Public Engagement, Task 4: Destination Inventory and Analysis, Task 5: Trail Design Considerations and Route Recommendations, Task 6: Cost Estimates and Implementation Program, Task 7: Final Report. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Price, experience, approach, references" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Newport?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Newport are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Newport 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 9 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Title Page, Letter of Transmittal, Firm Background, Cost Proposal, Insurance, License to Practice in New York State. Review the full document from Town of Newport for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Newport, NY. The total projected area is 2613600 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.