Request for Qualifications (RFQ)
Engineering Services for:
BRETTON WOODS DRIVE RESURFACING PROJECT
Project # 25-02
May 13, 2026
Prepared by:
Town of Hope Mills
Public Works Department
5770 Rockfish Drive
Hope Mills, NC 28348
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Contents
1. INTRODUCTION.............................................................................................................................................3
2. PROJECT BACKGROUND ...............................................................................................................................3
3. SCOPE OF SERVICES ......................................................................................................................................3
a. Survey and Data Collection .......................................................................................................................3
b. Design & Plan Preparation ........................................................................................................................3
c. Bidding and Procurement Support ...........................................................................................................3
d. Construction Administration.....................................................................................................................4
4. SUBMITAL REQUIREMENTS ..........................................................................................................................4
a. Firm Overview ...........................................................................................................................................4
b. Relevant Experience..................................................................................................................................4
c. Project Team .............................................................................................................................................4
d. Approach to Services.................................................................................................................................4
e. References.................................................................................................................................................4
5. EVALUATION CRITERIA .................................................................................................................................4
6. SELECTION PROCESS .....................................................................................................................................5
7. SUBMITTAL DEADLINE ..................................................................................................................................5
8. GENERAL TERMS ...........................................................................................................................................5
9. INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS........................................................................................................................5
6. CONTACT INFORMATION .............................................................................................................................5
APPENDIX A – Project Map....................................................................................................................................7
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1. INTRODUCTION
The Town of Hope Mills is soliciting Request for Qualifications (RFQs) from qualified engineering firms to provide
professional engineering services related to the Bretton Woods Drive Resurfacing Project.
The selected firm will assist with planning, design, bidding, and construction administration for roadway
resurfacing, rehabilitation, and associated infrastructure improvements.
2. PROJECT BACKGROUND
This project encompasses approximately 2220 linear feet of roadway; 26 feet wide measured back of curb to
back of curb. Curbing on this roadway is typical asphalt wedge. Utilities to consider during this project include
sanitary sewer, domestic water, and stormwater systems.
Services under this RFQ will support (as needed):
• Asphalt resurfacing (mill and overlay)
• Full-depth reclamation (FDR)
• Base repairs and patching
• Minor drainage improvements as needed
• Pavement marking and striping
3. SCOPE OF SERVICES
The selected firm may be tasked with providing some of all of the following services:
a. Survey and Data Collection
• Field verification of roadway conditions
• Limited topographic survey (as needed)
• Utility identification and coordination
b. Design & Plan Preparation
• Milling and resurfacing plans
• Base repair details
• Pavement marking plans
• Drainage improvements (minor)
c. Bidding and Procurement Support
• Preparation of bid documents and specifications
• Assistance with advertisement and pre-bid meetings
• Bid tabulation and recommendation of award
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d. Construction Administration
• Shop drawing review
• Responses to RFIs
• Periodic site visits
• Materials testing
• Pay application review
• Final inspection and punch list
4. SUBMITAL REQUIREMENTS
Firms may submit a hard copy of digital PDF including:
a. Firm Overview
• Company background and structure
• Office Locations
• Years in business
b. Relevant Experience
• Similar paving/resurfacing projects
c. Project Team
• Key personnel and roles
• Resumes of project manager and key staff
d. Approach to Services
• Understanding of municipal paving programs
• Approach to cost-effective design
• Quality control procedures
e. References
• At least 3 Clients (Municipal preferred)
• Contact name, title, phone, email
5. EVALUATION CRITERIA
Submittals will be evaluated based on:
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• Experience with similar projects (30%)
• Qualifications of staff (25%)
• Project approach and understanding (20%)
• Past performance/references (15%)
• Familiarity with local/state requirements (10%
6. SELECTION PROCESS
The Town will follow a qualifications-based selection (QBS) process in accordance with North Carolina General
Statutes (Mini-Brooks Act).
7. SUBMITTAL DEADLINE
Statements of Qualifications must be received by: 2 PM, Thursday, June 4, 2026
Submit To
Bruce Clark
Deputy Director Public Works
Town of Hope Mills
5770 Rockfish Road
Hope Mills, NC 28348
bclark@townofhopemills.com
Late submittals will not be accepted.
8. GENERAL TERMS
• The Town reserves the right to reject any or all submittals
• All costs associated with submission are the responsibility of the firm
• The selected firm must maintain appropriate insurance coverage
9. INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
The selected firm shall provide:
• General Liability: $1,000,000
• Workers’ Compensation (statutory)
6. CONTACT INFORMATION
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This is the opportunity summary page. It provides an overview of this opportunity and a preview of the attached documentation.