On-Call Stormwater Consulting Engineering Services

Location:	North Carolina
Posted:	Sep 19, 2024
Due:	Nov 18, 2024
Agency:	State Government of North Carolina
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	R - Professional, Administrative and Management Support Services
Solicitation No:	274-SM2024-0031
Publication URL:	To access bid details, please log in.

Solicitation Number:	274-SM2024-0031
Project Title:	On-Call Stormwater Consulting Engineering Services
Description:	The dynamic and leading City of Raleigh Stormwater Management Program is seeking the most qualified firm(s) with which to contract for professional on-call stormwater consulting engineering services and related ancillary support services.
Opening Date:	11/18/2024 4:00 PM
Posted Date:	9/19/2024
Status:	Open
Department:	CITY OF RALEIGH


Solicitation Number * 274-SM2024-0031	Department CITY OF RALEIGH	Status Reason Open
Opening Date 2024-11-18T16:00:00.0000000	Posted Date * 2024-09-19T12:55:03.0000000Z	Commodity Code Professional engineering services
Mandatory Conference/Site Visit — —	Special Instructions Bid Agent: scott.bryant@raleighnc.gov
Description The dynamic and leading City of Raleigh Stormwater Management Program is seeking the most qualified firm(s) with which to contract for professional on-call stormwater consulting engineering services and related ancillary support services.

Attachments 274-SM2024-0031.pdf (669.48 KB)

Attachment Preview

Request for Qualifications # 274-SM2024-0031

Title:

On-Call Stormwater Consulting Engineering

Services

Issue Date:

September 19, 2024

Due Date:

not later than:

November 18, 2024

4:00 PM ET

Issuing Department: Engineering Services Department /

Stormwater Management Program

Direct all inquiries concerning this RFQ to:

Scott D. Bryant, PE

Stormwater Business & Financial Operations Manager

Via e-mail only: scott.bryant@raleighnc.gov

(v.08-08-2022)

Table of Contents

1. Introduction.............................................................................................. 3

1.1. Purpose........................................................................................... 3

1.2. Background ..................................................................................... 5

1.3. RFQ Timeline .................................................................................. 6

1.4. Pre-Submittal Conference ............................................................... 7

1.5. Questions ........................................................................................ 7

1.6. Submittal Requirements and Contact Information........................... 8

1.7. MWBE Participation Form ............................................................... 9

1.8. Rights to Submitted Material ........................................................... 9

1.9. Communications ............................................................................. 9

1.10. Lobbying ....................................................................................... 10

1.11. Conflicts of Interest ....................................................................... 10

1.12. Proposer Expenses....................................................................... 11

1.13. Proposer Acceptance .................................................................... 11

1.14. Federal Funding Requirements..................................................... 11

2. Qualifications Package.......................................................................... 12

2.1. Request for Qualifications Required Document Format ................ 13

2.2. Hourly Rates ................................................................................. 16

2.3. Qualifications Package Documents............................................... 17

3. Proposal Evaluation .............................................................................. 17

3.1. Evaluation Criteria......................................................................... 17

3.2. Final Selection............................................................................... 18

3.3. Notice to Proposers Regarding RFQ Terms & Conditions ............ 18

3.4. Contract Term…………………………………………………………..18

4. Scope of Services.................................................................................. 19

Appendix I – Hourly Rate Schedule ................................................................ 33

Appendix II – Proposer Questionnaire ........................................................... 34

Appendix III – Reference Questionnaire (Instructions) ................................. 35

Appendix III – Reference Questionnaire Form ............................................... 36

Appendix IV – MWBE Participation Form ...................................................... 38

Appendix V – Contract Standard Terms & Conditions.................................. 39

Appendix VI – Federal Provisions and Requirements…………………………54

Appendix VII – Exceptions to RFQ .................................................................. 60

1 INTRODUCTION

1.1 Purpose

The dynamic and leading City of Raleigh Stormwater Management Program is

seeking the most qualified firm(s) with which to contract for professional on-call

stormwater consulting engineering services and related ancillary support

services.

Given our growing workload and level of service for the community, selection of

multiple qualified firms is anticipated that will be able to offer, integrate, and

importantly deliver proven municipal stormwater engineering experience and

related expertise.

Professional services are envisioned to be provided for a timeframe of up to five

years and will be performed under Master Service Agreements (MSA) with

individual Statements of Work (SOW) for specific projects and tasks. During the

course of on-call services, certain on-call projects may require interviews prior to

firm selection(s), if and upon MSA award(s) issuance.

Stormwater projects designated as suitable for the on-call consultant services

contracts will have an anticipated construction cost no greater than $15 million

where construction is applicable. In addition to engineering design projects, on-

call consultant services may also include planning-level analysis and studies,

asset management and related information management projects, watershed

management and floodplain studies and master plans, and other projects that

may or may not have an associated construction element. Ancillary services in

support of projects and studies will also be deemed suitable for on-call consultant

services contracts.

Firms may submit qualifications for any or up to all of the four categories below:

Category 1 – Major and Minor Stormwater Infrastructure Projects; Drainage

Assistance Projects; and Capital Improvement Projects including Lake/Dam

Projects

Category 2 - Water Quality Projects and Studies; Streams, Wetlands, and

Natural Systems Projects and Studies; Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI);

NPDES MS4 Program Evaluation and Compliance Support.

Category 3 – Stormwater Data Management, Data Analysis, and Geographic

Information Systems; and Stormwater Asset Management for System

Conveyances, Stormwater Control Measures, and Programmatic Dams Asset

Management

Category 4 – Watershed Management, Master Planning, and Modeling Studies

and Floodplain Management Program Support, Floodplain Modeling, and Flood

Hazard Mitigation and Resiliency Program Support

A high-level and preliminary envisioned generalized scope of services by

category is provided in Section 4 of this document.

Firms should be cognizant of and well-qualified to accommodate some important

general themes across each of the various categories of work.

• Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) integration to the maximum extent

practicable is a key City policy and goal for its stormwater and other capital

improvement projects. The City seeks to lead GSI by example.

• Equitable community engagement is critical for each and every project as

Raleigh seeks to plan, design, and deliver services and projects

supporting the highest quality of life for all of the Raleigh community. This

includes developing innovative as well as out-of-the-box solutions that are

cost-effective and high quality.

• Experience with alternative methods of project delivery including but not

limited to potential consulting engineering services supporting design-

build and construction management at risk (CMAR).

• Efficient and effective utilization of eBuilder. eBuilder is the City’s

enterprise project management software system and will be applied for

on-call consulting services that may result from this RFQ.

• Support of the City in seeking, applying for, and administering other

funding for projects including potential state grant opportunities, state

revolving funds, and other potential state and/or federal grant and funding

programs as specifically related to on-call projects may be required and

experience with this aspect of project delivery will be considered

beneficial.

• In all categories of work as applicable, it is expected that firms will be

able to provide any required engineering support services such as

surveying and subsurface utility engineering either in-house or through a

proven teaming relationship with a qualified provider.

• Keen attention to project delivery including budget management,

schedule management, and quality as well as developing accurate

budgetary cost estimates (engineer’s cost estimates) for construction will

be important. These and other factors will be important for successful

consulting services.

Information related to this solicitation, including any addenda, will be posted to

the North Carolina Electronic Vendor Portal https://evp.nc.gov/

Any/all questions related to this qualifications-based solicitation must be

submitted in writing (via email only) to the following City of Raleigh Point of

Contact for this RFQ:

City of Raleigh RFQ # 274-SM2024-0031 Email Address

Point of Contact

Scott Bryant

scott.bryant@raleighnc.gov

Questions submitted via telephone and/or other means such as texts will not be

accepted nor answered.

1.2 Background

The City of Raleigh, the Capital City of North Carolina, remains one of the fastest

growing areas in the country. A strong economy, top educational institutions, and

exceptional health care facilities are some of the characteristics that attract

people to Raleigh and the Triangle area. The mild climate, diverse work force,

commitment to equity and resilience, and proximity to Research Triangle Park

combine to make Raleigh a great place to live, work, and play.

Raleigh is a 21st Century City of Innovation focusing on environmental, cultural,

and economic sustainability. The City seeks to protect natural and

environmental resources through best practice and cutting-edge conservation

and stewardship, planned land use, and sustainable infrastructure and building

technologies. The City welcomes growth and diversity through policies and

programs that will protect and enhance Raleigh’s existing neighborhoods,

natural amenities, history, and cultural and human resources for future

generations.

The City leads to improve quality of life for neighborhoods and the standard of

living for all citizens and residents. The City works with universities, colleges,

citizens, and local partners to promote new technology, create new job

opportunities, and encourage success for local businesses, entrepreneurs, and

non-profit organizations. The City enlists and prepares 21st Century staff with

the skill sets to carry out the duties of the City through transparent civic

engagement and by providing the very best customer service to our citizens and

residents.

The City of Raleigh Stormwater Management Utility/Program provides and funds

comprehensive public stormwater services for Raleigh. Stormwater services

include major and minor stormwater capital improvement projects, stormwater

regulatory compliance and development review, floodplain management,

erosion and sediment control, asset management and drainage system

operation and maintenance, watershed master planning, water quality retrofit

programs, stormwater utility administration, and public communication, outreach,

education, engagement, and involvement.

For more information on the City’s Stormwater Management Program please

visit the program website at www.RaleighNC.gov, and search “stormwater”.

https://raleighnc.gov/stormwater

This is the opportunity summary page. It provides an overview of this opportunity and a preview of the attached documentation.

Daily notification on new contract opportunities

With GovernmentContracts, you can:

Find more opportunities and win more business
Receive daily alerts for all new bid opportunities
Get contract opportunities matched to your business

ONE WEEK FREE TRIAL

On-Call Stormwater Consulting Engineering Services

Attachment Preview

See also