RFQ | Design-Build Services - Spay/Neuter Clinic

Pitt County
Request for Qualifications (RFQ)
Design-Build Services
I. Introduction
Pitt County is soliciting qualifications from qualified Design-Build Contractors to provide the
planning, design, permitting, and construction of a new approximately 1,600-square-foot
spay/neuter clinic located at 4550 County Home Road, Greenville, North Carolina.
The County has established a project budget of $550,000 for the project. The County anticipates
proceeding with the project upon selection and contract execution with the successful Design-
Build Contractor, with substantial completion expected no later than December 2027.
II. Description of Anticipated Services
The Contractor shall assist Pitt County with meeting all federal and state requirements, all local,
state and federal building codes and any other requirements imposed by law or ordinance.
The selected Contractor shall provide professional services that include, but are not limited to,
the following:
* Design of the building including cost estimating
* Permitting
* Site work
* Construction
III. Qualifications
The County will evaluate only proposals received from Design-Build Contractors who meet
minimum technical and managerial qualifications on similar projects.
If the Contractor desires to use subcontractors that do not meet all the technical and managerial
qualifications, then the Consultant must identify subcontractors and be willing to fully accept
the responsibility for the subcontractors and to indemnify the County for the Consultants use of
the subcontractor.
IV. Submittal Requirements
Please submit one (1) electronic copy on a thumb drive. Proposals shall not exceed 25 pages.
Submittals may include spreadsheets, graphics and logos.
V. Project Approach
The Contractor shall demonstrate proven technical expertise and managerial experience in the
Design-Build delivery method, with the capability to successfully lead projects from initial
planning through final completion.

At a minimum, the Contractor shall provide the following:
* Demonstrated experience in the planning, design, and delivery of projects involving
buildings of similar size, complexity, function, and construction type.
* A clearly defined project management methodology that includes scope management,
schedule development, budget control, quality control, and risk management.
* A proven process for managing design reviews, permitting, value engineering,
constructability reviews, and incorporation of owner comments.
* Experience delivering projects on schedule and within budget while maintaining high
standards of quality and client satisfaction.
VI. Similar Experience
Describe past experience of your company's similar projects. Provide the following information:
* Name of facility
* Owner of facility
* Date facility began operation
* Names and contact information for references
VII. Project Team
Provide an organizational chart identifying the individuals proposed to participate in the Project,
including each individual's name, company or firm, and anticipated role and responsibilities.
In accordance with N.C. Gen. Stat. 143-128.1A(c)(8)(a), each respondent shall provide A list of
the licensed contractors, licensed subcontractors, and design professionals whom the design-
builder proposes to use for the project's design and construction. If this project team selection
option is used, the design-builder may self-perform some or all of the work with employees of
the design-builder and, without bidding, also enter into negotiated subcontracts to perform
some or all of the work with subcontractors, including, but not exclusively with, those identified
in the list. In submitting its list, the design-builder may, but is not required to, include one or
more unlicensed subcontractors the design-builder proposes to use. If this project team
selection option is used, the design-builder may, at its election and with or without the use of
negotiated subcontracts, accept bids for the selection of one or more of its first-tier
subcontractors.
VIII. Anticipated Schedule
All submittals received by the deadline will be evaluated. Submittals received after the deadline
will not be evaluated.
Release date of RFQ: September 18, 2026
Qualifications submitted deadline: October 9, 2026, 3 pm
Selection Committee reviews submittals, conducts interviews
(If necessary), and makes recommendation: October 19, 2026

Proposals are to be received by the County by the date shown above. The County selection
Committee will review all proposals received by the deadline. Proposals received after the
deadline will not be reviewed.
Submittals to be sent to:
Pitt County Engineering
1717 W. Fifth Street
Greenville, NC 27834
Attention: Ken Brann
Questions regarding this RFQ should be directed to:
Ken Brann, Director of Building Services
Pitt County
1717 W. Fifth Street
Greenville, NC 27834
Phone: 252-902-3190
ken.brann@pittcountync.gov
IX. Selection Criteria
The selection of the Design-Build Contractor shall be based on information provided both in
written and graphic form and personal interviews (if conducted). Criteria for selection will
include, but is not limited to the following:
* Contractor's Experience with Similar Design-Build Projects
* Understanding the County's goals and objectives
* Qualifications and experience of Key Personnel
* Ability and resources to meet design and construction schedule
* Reference checks
* The proposal itself as an example of the quality of the Firms work
The County will evaluate and select the Contractor that is most qualified for the work and that is
in the best interest of the County. The County reserves the right to reject any, and all proposals.
X. Miscellaneous Requirements
Contractor agrees to hold harmless and indemnify County from any and all claims, loss, liability,
demands, damages or any other financial demands that may be alleged or realized due to acts
of nonfeasance, malfeasance, misfeasance, or negligence committed by the Contractor while in
the performance of the duties or assignment pursuant to this Agreement.
Contractor agrees to procure and maintain, or cause to be procured and maintained,
commercial general liability insurance with liability limits of at least one million dollars
($1,000,000.00) per occurrence and two million dollars ($2,000,000.00) aggregate; Contractor
shall also procure and maintain, or cause to be procured and maintained, Workers'

Compensation coverage for its employees, as may be required by law and Errors and Omission
insurance in the amount of at least $1,000,000.00. Contractor's certificate of insurance shall be
furnished to the County and shall give the County a 30-day written notice of any changes,
amendments or termination by either the Contractor or insurance company.
Pursuant to G.S. 143-48.5 and G.S. 147-33.95(g), the undersigned hereby certifies that the
Contractor named herein, and the Contractor's subcontractors, comply with the requirements
of Article 2 of Chapter 64 of the NC General Statutes, including the requirement for each
employer with more than 25 employees in North Carolina to verify the work authorization of its
employees through the federal E-Verify system.
Pitt County does not discriminate against any persons or business in pursuit of these
opportunities on the basis of color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, or veteran's
status.