Whatcom County Consultant Engineering Services for Intersection Improvements - 26-59 (2026)
Whatcom CountyCounty · Bellingham, WA- Due
- Sep 29, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 9, 2026
- Primary contact
- Josh Cihak
- (360) 778-5330
The 30-second brief
Whatcom County is soliciting Statements of Qualification (SOQs) from qualified engineering firms to provide consultant engineering services for two intersection improvement projects: Birch Bay-Lynden Rd & Kickerville Rd (CRP No. 922005, Fed-Aid No. HSIP-L370(004)) and Everson Goshen Rd & E Smith Rd (CRP No. 19002635, Fed-Aid No. STBGR-Z937(007)). Sealed qualifications are due by 2:30 PM, Tuesday, September 29, 2026, with written questions due by September 22, 2026. The projects feature a 0% consultant FSBE goal and a voluntary 10% SBE goal, and will adhere to Federal EEO, Title VI, and USDOT requirements.
These projects have a 0% consultant FSBE goal and voluntary 10% SBE goal.
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Summary
Whatcom County is soliciting Statements of Qualification (SOQs) from qualified engineering firms to provide consultant engineering services for two intersection improvement projects: Birch Bay-Lynden Rd & Kickerville Rd (CRP No. 922005, Fed-Aid No.
HSIP-L370(004)) and Everson Goshen Rd & E Smith Rd (CRP No. 19002635, Fed-Aid No. STBGR-Z937(007)). Sealed qualifications are due by 2:30 PM, Tuesday, September 29, 2026, with written questions due by September 22, 2026. The projects feature a 0% consultant FSBE goal and a voluntary 10% SBE goal, and will adhere to Federal EEO, Title VI, and USDOT requirements.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
These projects have a 0% consultant FSBE goal and voluntary 10% SBE goal.
- Submit to
- Administrative Services Finance Department, fifth floor of the Whatcom County Courthouse, 311 Grand Avenue, Suite 503, Bellingham, WA 98225
- Scope location
- Bellingham, WA
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Whatcom County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 29, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: Administrative Services Finance Department, fifth floor of the Whatcom County Courthouse, 311 Grand Avenue, Suite 503, Bellingham, WA 98225. For questions, contact Josh Cihak.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Whatcom County in WA, 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 Josh Cihak at (360) 778-5330. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: These projects have a 0% consultant FSBE goal and voluntary 10% SBE goal.. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Whatcom County?
All active and historical solicitations from Whatcom County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Whatcom 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. Review the full document from Whatcom 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: Bellingham, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.