13495-20250116084441 Pelahatchie

The Town of Pelahatchie, Mississippi is seeking qualified engineering firms or individuals to provide professional services for the implementation of FY 2024 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) project(s). The Request for Qualifications (RFQ) solicits comprehensive engineering support including preparing project plans and specifications, distributing bid documents, assisting with bid openings and tabulations, supporting construction contract processes, conducting pre-construction conferences, and performing construction inspections with periodic reporting and payment request approvals. Proposals will be evaluated using a point-based assessment: 40 points for Qualifications, 40 points for Experience, and 20 points for Capacity for Performance. The proposal submission deadline is February 6, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. local time, with proposals to be submitted directly to the Town Clerk's office. Interested firms must demonstrate technical expertise in municipal engineering and CDBG project management, with a focus on detailed project planning and execution capabilities.

The procurement emphasizes opportunities for Minority-owned Business Enterprises (MBEs), Woman-owned Business Enterprises (WBEs), and Section 3 eligible businesses, with specific encouragement for these organizations to submit proposals. The contract will be awarded on a fixed-price basis, contingent upon CDBG award(s) and removal of environmental conditions. A critical component of the project is Section 3 compliance, which mandates providing job training and employment opportunities for lower-income Pelahatchie residents and giving preference to Section 3 eligible businesses. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed in the documentation, the procurement is tied to CDBG funding, which typically supports community development infrastructure projects. The town is seeking a partner who can not only provide technical engineering services but also contribute to local economic development through inclusive hiring and contracting practices.