Technial_Proposal_Section.docx

3. TECHNICAL PROPOSAL SUBMISSION CONTENT

3.1. Technical Proposal Instructions

At a minimum, each technical proposal shall include the following items in the stated order; all pages shall be numbered; using font size of eleven (11) point or larger, printable one sided on 8.5” x 11” size paper and all the listed components must be included. Do not provide references to other section/tabs, documents or websites for the information required; information should be specifically included in the RFP response. Technical proposals which do not include all components or use the proper format may be considered non-responsive and therefore not reviewed or considered for award.

Provide a Table of Contents with the specified tabs, page numbers, and content below for each tab.

3.2. Tab 1 - Statement of Qualifications/ Project Understanding Offerors proposals shall be submitted on Standard Form 330 . Submitted projects shall demonstrate the firm’s and the proposed project team’s qualifications to perform the work described for this project. Offerors shall demonstrate the following with submitted projects:

A. Demonstrate a minimum of ten (10) years of experience and provide a project summary for representative projects in site development design (i.e. grading, storm drainage, stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, sidewalk design, landscaping, ADA compliant designs, surveying, environmental permitting, and Charles County Planning & Growth Management permitting.

B. Project experience with right-of-way determination and plat/exhibit deliverables.

C. The lead Project Manager shall possess a minimum of (ten) 10 years project management and design experience in site development.

In addition to the requested forms, Offerors shall include a summary that demonstrates the Offeror’s understanding of the requirements of this RFP as well as a summary that demonstrates the Offeror’s ability to carry out the requirements as described within the Special Provisions of this solicitation. This summary shall include:

A. A detailed history of identifying and acquiring permits with Charles County, MDE/ACOE, and Charles SCD for site development.

B. A detailed history and approach to Right-of-Way coordination and acquisition with Charles County.

C. Other information you think is important for consideration in the evaluation of proposals.

3.3. Tab 2 - Project Approach & Delivery

Offeror shall include:

A. A detailed summary stating the project objectives and project tasks that need to be performed in order to complete the requirements as described within the Special Provisions of this solicitation.

B. A detailed delivery plan identifying how the Offeror intends on meeting the requirements as described within the Special Provisions with high quality and in a timely and efficient manner.

C. A list and explanation of the top three risks associated with the project design phase.

3.4. Tab 3 – Schedule Monitoring & Tracking

A detailed plan on how the Offeror plans to maintain the project schedule.

3.5. Tab 4 - Organizational Structure

The Offeror shall provide an organization chart both graphically and in narrative format, that provides a description of the Offeror’s proposed organizational structure for this project. The organizational chart shall depict the relationship of its key personnel roles to that of the Principal-in-Charge and other key members of the management team. Explain how you have structured your team and describe working relationships among team members and partners The Offeror shall provide a description of how this organizational structure will facilitate project management and how an efficient flow of information will be realized. The organizational chart shall provide the names of the proposed staff for each position on the chart.

Submission of names constitutes a commitment to use these individuals if the Offeror is selected, and changes may be made only with the prior written consent of the County. Explain how you would ensure continuity of projects in the event a team member changes or departs.

3.6. Tab 5 - Staffing Qualifications

List all applicable staff including their individual certifications, licenses, and experience.

3.7. Tab 6 - Additional Items

Other information you think is important for consideration in the evaluation of proposals.