DOWNTOWN LONG VIEW STREETSCAPE AND PEDESTRIAN IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT

Location:	North Carolina
Posted:	Jul 23, 2026
Due:	Jul 28, 2026
Agency:	State Government of North Carolina
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	Y - Construction of Structures and Facilities
Solicitation No:	598-18
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Solicitation Number:	598-18
Project Title:	DOWNTOWN LONG VIEW STREETSCAPE AND PEDESTRIAN IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT
Description:	The Town of Long View, North Carolina, is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from qualified engineering firms to provide professional engineering, landscape architecture, surveying, permitting, bidding, and construction administration services for the Downtown Long View Streetscape and Pedestrian Improvements Project. The Town recently designated the 1st Avenue SW corridor from 22nd Street SW to 27th Street SW as the official Downtown District and seeks to implement infrastructure improvements that enhance pedestrian safety, accessibility, economic development, downtown identity, and community connectivity. The selected firm will assist the Town in advancing conceptual streetscape recommendations into final engineering design and construction-ready documents while supporting future grant funding opportunities.
Opening Date:	7/28/2026 9:00 AM
Posted Date:	7/23/2026
Status:	Open
Department:	TOWN OF LONG VIEW


Solicitation Number * 598-18	Department TOWN OF LONG VIEW	Status Reason Open
Opening Date 2026-07-28T09:00:00.0000000	Posted Date * 2026-07-23T12:51:12.0000000Z	Primary Commodity Code Engineering procurement and project management services
Mandatory Conference/Site Visit — —	Special Instructions —	Solicitation Type * Select RFP IFB RFI
Owner Melissa Lalonde
Description The Town of Long View, North Carolina, is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from qualified engineering firms to provide professional engineering, landscape architecture, surveying, permitting, bidding, and construction administration services for the Downtown Long View Streetscape and Pedestrian Improvements Project. The Town recently designated the 1st Avenue SW corridor from 22nd Street SW to 27th Street SW as the official Downtown District and seeks to implement infrastructure improvements that enhance pedestrian safety, accessibility, economic development, downtown identity, and community connectivity. The selected firm will assist the Town in advancing conceptual streetscape recommendations into final engineering design and construction-ready documents while supporting future grant funding opportunities.

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TOWN OF LONG VIEW

2404 1st AVENUE SOUTHWEST

Hickory, NC 28602

TELEPHONE: (828) 322-3921 FAX: (828) 578-6637

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS

PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES

TOWN OF LONG VIEW, NORTH CAROLINA

DOWNTOWN LONG VIEW STREETSCAPE AND PEDESTRIAN IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT

I. INTRODUCTION

The Town of Long View, North Carolina, is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from qualified

engineering firms to provide professional engineering, landscape architecture, surveying, permitting,

bidding, and construction administration services for the Downtown Long View Streetscape and

Pedestrian Improvements Project.

The Town recently designated the 1st Avenue SW corridor from 22nd Street SW to 27th Street SW as

the official Downtown District and seeks to implement infrastructure improvements that enhance

pedestrian safety, accessibility, economic development, downtown identity, and community

connectivity.

The selected firm will assist the Town in advancing conceptual streetscape recommendations into final

engineering design and construction-ready documents while supporting future grant funding

opportunities.

II. PROJECT BACKGROUND

The Town of Long View has established a vision for creating a vibrant, walkable downtown corridor

along 1st Avenue SW. Preliminary planning and conceptual design efforts have identified improvements

including:

• Sidewalk construction and replacement

• ADA-compliant pedestrian facilities

• Streetscape enhancements

• Curb and gutter improvements

• Pedestrian crossings and ramps

• Corridor beautification

• Landscaping and urban forestry elements

• Downtown gateway features

• Utility coordination

• Parking and access management improvements

• Wayfinding and placemaking elements

The project corridor generally extends along 1st Avenue SW from 22nd Street SW to 27th Street SW and

may be expanded based upon funding availability and final project priorities.

III. SCOPE OF SERVICES

The selected firm shall provide services that may include, but are not limited to:

Task 1 – Project Management and Coordination

• Project kickoff meeting

• Coordination with Town staff

• Progress meetings and reporting

• Budget and schedule management

• Public engagement support

Task 2 – Surveying and Existing Conditions Documentation

• Boundary and topographic survey

• Utility location coordination

• Right-of-way verification

• Easement identification

• Existing conditions mapping

Task 3 – Preliminary Engineering

• Evaluation of conceptual plans

• Alternative analysis

• Cost estimating

• Corridor planning refinement

• Constructability review

Task 4 – Final Design

• Preparation of construction plans

• Streetscape design

• Sidewalk and pedestrian facility design

• ADA compliance review

• Grading and drainage design

• Utility adjustments and coordination

• Traffic control design

• Landscaping and streetscape details

• Construction specifications

• Engineer’s Opinion of Probable Cost

Task 5 – Environmental Review and Permitting

• Agency coordination

• NCDOT coordination, if required

• Utility permitting

• Environmental permitting

• Easement acquisition support

Task 6 – Bid Phase Services

• Preparation of bid documents

• Responses to contractor inquiries

• Addenda preparation

• Bid evaluation assistance

• Recommendation of award

Task 7 – Construction Administration and Observation

• Shop drawing review

• Construction observation

• Pay application review

• Change order evaluation

• Project closeout

• Record drawings

IV. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Firms submitting qualifications should demonstrate:

• Registration to practice engineering in North Carolina.

• Experience with municipal transportation, streetscape, downtown revitalization, and pedestrian

infrastructure projects.

• Experience with federally and state-funded infrastructure projects.

• Familiarity with NCDOT standards and requirements.

• Experience with ADA accessibility design.

• Demonstrated ability to manage public engagement and stakeholder coordination.

V. SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

Interested firms shall provide the following information:

1. Letter of Interest

2. Current Workload and Availability

3. Proof of Professional Licensure

4. Any Additional Information Relevant to the Project

Submittals should not exceed 30 pages excluding resumes and appendices.

VII. TENTATIVE SCHEDULE

RFQ Issued: 6/11/2026

SOQs Due: 8/10/2026

VI. RESERVATION OF RIGHTS

The Town of Long View reserves the right to:

• Reject any or all submissions.

• Waive informalities.

• Request additional information.

• Modify the scope of services.

• Cancel this solicitation at any time.

• Select the firm deemed most qualified.

VII. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

The Town of Long View encourages participation by minority-owned, women-owned, veteran-owned,

and disadvantaged business enterprises. Firms shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national

origin, sex, age, religion, or disability.

VIII. SUBMITTAL INFORMATION

Town of Long View

Attn: Town Clerk

2404 1st Avenue SW

Hickory, NC 28602

Email:

heather.minor@longviewnc.go

v Submissions Due: 8/10/26

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