Transylvania County - STREAM DEBRIS REMOVAL PROJECTS - Request for Qualifications 2026
Transylvania CountyCounty · Transylvania County, NC- Due
- Sep 12, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 15, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jennifer L. Galloway
- (828) 884-3100
The 30-second brief
Transylvania County is seeking qualifications for stream debris removal and streambank stabilization at multiple locations throughout Transylvania County affected by Hurricane Helene in 2024. The scope of work includes site work such as clearing and snagging, grading, erosion control, removing trees, branches, and root balls from stream channels, hauling woody debris, installing erosion control matting, establishing permanent vegetation, and complying with environmental permit conditions. Statements of qualification are due by September 12, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. EST via email to [email protected]. Contractors must have sufficient equipment, training, and experience, along with up-to-date liability insurance with a minimum of $1,000,000 coverage. Evaluation criteria include documented experience with similar projects, capacity, and references.
Clearing & Snagging, Grading, Erosion Control, Removing trees, Branches, And root balls from stream channels, Hauling of woody debris, Grading and smoothing disturbed area, Installing erosion control matting, Establishing permanent vegetation including grasses, Shrubs, And trees
Documented experience with similar projects, Capacity, References
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Summary
Transylvania County is seeking qualifications for stream debris removal and streambank stabilization at multiple locations throughout Transylvania County affected by Hurricane Helene in 2024.
The scope of work includes site work such as clearing and snagging, grading, erosion control, removing trees, branches, and root balls from stream channels, hauling woody debris, installing erosion control matting, establishing permanent vegetation, and complying with environmental permit conditions. Statements of qualification are due by September 12, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. EST via email to [email protected]. Contractors must have sufficient equipment, training, and experience, along with up-to-date liability insurance with a minimum of $1,000,000 coverage. Evaluation criteria include documented experience with similar projects, capacity, and references.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Documented experience with similar projects
- Capacity
- References
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
12- Clearing & Snagging
- Grading
- Erosion Control
- Removing trees
- Branches
- Root balls from stream channels
- Hauling of woody debris
- Grading and smoothing disturbed area
- Installing erosion control matting
- Establishing permanent vegetation including grasses
- Shrubs
- Trees
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Letter of Interest
- Liability insurance minimum of $1
- 000
- 000 coverage
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Transylvania County, NC
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Transylvania County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 12, 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 Jennifer L. Galloway.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Transylvania County 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 Jennifer L. Galloway at (828) 884-3100. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Clearing & Snagging, Grading, Erosion Control, Removing trees, Branches, And root balls from stream channels, Hauling of woody debris, Grading and smoothing disturbed area, Installing erosion control matting, Establishing permanent vegetation including grasses, Shrubs, And trees. 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: "Documented experience with similar projects, Capacity, References" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Transylvania County?
All active and historical solicitations from Transylvania County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Transylvania County 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 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: Letter of Interest, liability insurance minimum of $1,000,000 coverage. Review the full document from Transylvania County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Transylvania County, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.