Western Foothills Regional School Unit No. 10 - Hartford Sumner Elementary School Septic System RFQ 2026
Regional School Unit 10School · Rumford, ME- Due
- May 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Deborah Alden
- (207) 369-5560
The 30-second brief
The Regional School Unit 10 seeks proposals from qualified and licensed Professional Engineers for engineering services including evaluation, design, and permitting of a subsurface wastewater disposal system at Hartford Sumner Elementary School in Sumner, ME. The project involves planning and design of an onsite wastewater (septic) system with an estimated design flow of approximately 11,000 gallons per day (gpd) to serve approximately 500 students and staff. Scope includes site evaluation and investigation, engineering design with conventional or advanced treatment options, permitting, and optional bidding and construction support. Submissions are due by May 20, 2026, at 10:00 AM via paper copy to Deborah Alden, Superintendent of Schools, 799 Hancock Street, Suite 1, Rumford, ME 04276, and electronic copy to [email protected]. Selection will be based on qualifications including project understanding, cost control experience, project experience, similar project experience, project team, workload projection, and business references.
Qualifications to undertake this project, Cost control experience, Project experience, Similar project experience, Project team, Workload projection, Business references
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Summary
The Regional School Unit 10 seeks proposals from qualified and licensed Professional Engineers for engineering services including evaluation, design, and permitting of a subsurface wastewater disposal system at Hartford Sumner Elementary School in Sumner, ME. The project involves planning and design of an onsite wastewater (septic) system with an estimated design flow of approximately 11,000 gallons per day (gpd) to serve approximately 500 students and staff.
Scope includes site evaluation and investigation, engineering design with conventional or advanced treatment options, permitting, and optional bidding and construction support. Submissions are due by May 20, 2026, at 10:00 AM via paper copy to Deborah Alden, Superintendent of Schools, 799 Hancock Street, Suite 1, Rumford, ME 04276, and electronic copy to [email protected]. Selection will be based on qualifications including project understanding, cost control experience, project experience, similar project experience, project team, workload projection, and business references.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Qualifications to undertake this project
- Cost control experience
- Project experience
- Similar project experience
- Project team
- Workload projection
- Business references
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Letter of Interest, Statement of Qualifications
- Submit to
- 799 Hancock Street, Suite 1, Rumford, ME 04276 and [email protected]
- Scope location
- Sumner, ME
- Reported agency
- Western Foothills Regional School Unit No. 10
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Regional School Unit 10?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 20, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 799 Hancock Street, Suite 1, Rumford, ME 04276 and [email protected]. For questions, contact Deborah Alden.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Regional School Unit 10 in ME, 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 Deborah Alden at (207) 369-5560. 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: "Qualifications to undertake this project, Cost control experience, Project experience, Similar project experience, Project team, Workload projection, Business references" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Regional School Unit 10?
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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, Statement of Qualifications. Review the full document from Regional School Unit 10 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Sumner, ME. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.