North Shelby Street Streetscape Project

Location:	South Carolina
Posted:	Jan 22, 2026
Due:	Feb 23, 2026
Agency:	State of South Carolina - State Fiscal Accountability Authority(SFAA)
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	C - Architect and Engineering Services - Construction Z - Maintenance, Repair or Alteration of Real Property
Solicitation No:	RFQ #2026-1
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Project Name:

Agency/Owner:

Town of Blacksburg

Ad Publish Date:

January 21, 2026

Project Number:

RFQ #2026-1

Number of Resume Copies:

(1) one original hard copy, (5) copies & (1) electronic PDF copy

Resume Deadline:

February 23, 2026 - 5:00pm

Project Location:

Town of Blacksburg, SC

Anticipated Project Delivery Method:

Design-Bid-Build

Agency Project Coordinator:

Shane Childers

Email:

shane@townofblacksburg.com

Telephone:

8648392332

Description:

The Town of Blacksburg, South Carolina, is seeking RFQ from qualified firms to provide engineering services for streetscape projects on North Mountain Street.

Project Details:

https://townofblacksburgsc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/RFQ-2026-1-Blacksburg-Street-Scape.pdf

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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS

TOWN OF BLACKSBURG, SC RFP #2026-1

NORTH SHELBY STREET STREETSCAPE PROJECT

ISSUED DATE: JANUARY 21st, 2026

SUBMISSION DEADLINE:

FEBRUARY 23rd, 2026 5:00 P.M. (EST)

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THE TOWN OF BLACKSBURG, SOUTH CAROLINA

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS #2026-1 PROVIDE ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR

THE BLACKSBURG NORTH SHELBY STREET STREETSCAPE PROJECT

1. INTRODUCTION AND PROJECT OVERVIEW

The Town of Blacksburg, South Carolina, is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide engineering

services for streetscape projects.

Proposed improvements include asphalt overlay, curb and gutter, sidewalks, ADA ramps, street lighting,

signage, and landscaping.

2. GENERAL INFORMATION AND KEY DATES

TOWN CONTACT

All questions regarding this RFQ must be submitted in writing via email to the Town Administrator no

later than close of business on February 11, 2026.

Contact: Shane Childers, Town Administrator

Email: shane@townofblacksburg.com

NOTE: The Town will not be bound by any oral interpretations or clarifications of the RFQ documents.

Proposers are responsible for clarifying any ambiguities in writing. Replies to questions will be issued as

formal Addenda to all Proposers.

The word “proposal” in this RFQ shall imply Statement of Qualifications (SOQ).

PROPOSAL SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

Sealed proposals must be received at Town Hall, PO Box 487, 105 S. Shelby St., Blacksburg, SC 29702, no

later than 5:00 P.M. (EST) on February 23, 2026. Any proposals not received in person, must still be

received by the deadline, date of postage will not apply.

Proposals received after the deadline will not be accepted.

The proposal package shall contain one (1) original submittal, five (5) copies, and (1) electronic PDF

copy.

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All proposals must be in a sealed envelope, clearly marked as follows:

TOWN OF BLACKSBURG, SC

RFP #2026-1: N. SHELBY STREET STREETSCAPE PROJECT

ATTN: SHANE CHILDERS, TOWN ADMINISTRATOR

105 S. SHELBY ST. BLACKSBURG SC 29702

3. PROJECT AREA

The proposed streetscape improvements will take place on N. Shelby Street, from W Cherokee Street to

W Carolina Street. The locations of the improvements are highlighted in the Streetscape Master Plan

Map included as Attachment A. The attached Streetscape Master Plan Map identifies three projects;

ARC/CDBG, Water Replacement, and SCDOT Tap. The services to be provided are for the ARC/CDBG

project area.

4. SERVICE TO PROVIDE

The engineer shall provide the following services:

A) PREPARATION OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS

The engineer will design the streetscape improvements to meet the standards of the South

Carolina Department of Environmental Services and the Town of Blacksburg. The Blacksburg

Streetscape and Placemaking Master Plan provides guidance for understanding the Town’s

vision for developing the downtown area and is included as Attachment B. The engineer will be

responsible for obtaining all applicable permits and approvals for the project components

including but not limited to sidewalk upgrades and street lighting installation. The design

standards will include, but not be limited to the following:

i)Conduct all necessary field surveying.

ii)Prepare detail sheets for typical and special structures and prepare final quantity and

construction cost estimates

iii)Prepare contract specifications and documents including Notice and Instructions to Bidder,

Bid Form, Contract Agreement, General and Supplemental Conditions, Technical

Specifications, and the forms required by the grant.

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iv)Provide surveying and mapping services necessary for the acquisition of right-of-way and/or

easements for the sidewalks and other project components, if necessary.

v) Anticipated Funding:

● Local Match $ 282,007 14%

● CDBG

$ 851,952 42%

● ARC

$ 890,092 44%

● Total Project $ 2,024,051

vi)Obtain SC DES, SC DOT, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and any other regulatory agency

permits and encroachment approvals, as needed.

vii)Meet with local officials and the Appalachian Regional Council of Governments to review

plans and cost estimates. Attend public meetings and conferences with the Town as

required.

viii)Take pictures and/or videotapes of the project area before construction.

B) CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION

The engineer shall provide contract administration services to include, but not be limited to:

i)Prepare all required bid documents and advertisements and make available required sets

and plans and specifications for bidding purposes.

ii)Prepare required addenda, if necessary.

iii)Attend and conduct bid opening. Tabulate bid qualifications, analyze, and make

recommendations to the Town.

iv)Attend and conduct a preconstruction conference.

v)Prepare contract documents and coordinate execution by the contractor and the Town.

vi)Check and approve necessary shop and working drawings. Review contractor’s insurance

coverage, schedules, and other submittals.

vii)Issue Notice to Proceed.

C) CONSTRUCTION OBSERVATION

The engineer will be required to provide construction observation services to include, but not be

limited to:

i)Make a minimum of once a week site visits to observe the progress and quality of the

contractor’s work.

ii)Inspect all materials and finished workmanship, check all layouts of work. Keep necessary

required records of inspections and review requests for payment to contractor.

iii)Prepare and present permanent easements and construction easements, if necessary.

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iv)Conduct final inspection and coordinate inspections with necessary regulatory agencies.

v)Attend a public meeting once construction is finished to discuss completion of the project.

vi)Provide two sets of as-built drawings to the Town of Blacksburg and one set to the

Appalachian Regional Council of Governments.

5. PROPOSAL SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Proposals should be simple, economical, and concise, providing a straightforward description of the

Engineer’s ability to meet the RFQ requirements.

This project will be funded in whole or in part by the Town of Blacksburg SC; the South Carolina

Department of Commerce, Grants Administration, under the Community Development Block Grant

Program (CDBG); and Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC). Grants will be administered by the

Appalachian Regional Council of Governments (ACOG). Federal requirements will apply to the contract.

The selected Engineer and other firms associated with the Engineer are required to be registered in the

federal System for Award Management (www.sam.gov) prior to award of contract. The selected

Engineer will be required to comply with the President’s Executive Order No. 11246 & Order No. 11375

which prohibits discrimination in employment regarding race, creed, color, sex, or national origin.

The following section outlines the requirements for the proposals and the RFQ process. Proposers are

cautioned to read this section carefully. Failure to provide all of the requested information may cause

the proposal to be rejected as non-responsive.

REQUIRED FORMAT AND ORGANIZATION

The proposal shall be organized and submitted with the following elements, in order:

A. Cover Page

B. Executive Summary: A brief, concise summary describing:

i. The firm’s ability to perform the scope of work.

ii. Firm’s history and experience with similar projects.

iii. Qualifications of staff to be assigned to this project.

iv. Any subcontractors and/or suppliers, including their background and experience.

C. Response to Scope of Work

i. Company and General Information

● Company name and address.

● Letter of transmittal signed by an authorized individual, stating compliance with

all RFP terms and conditions.

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