168-20250329102516 Louise

The Town of Louise in Yalobusha County, Mississippi, is seeking Statements of Qualifications from engineering firms or individuals to provide comprehensive services for a Fiscal Year 2025 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) project. The selected engineering professional will be responsible for preparing project cost estimates, developing application materials, and managing the entire project lifecycle from initiation through closeout. Specific responsibilities include creating plans and specifications, distributing bid documents, assisting with bid openings, executing construction contracts, conducting pre-construction conferences, and performing construction inspections. The evaluation of submissions will be based on three key criteria: Qualifications (40 points), Experience (40 points), and Capacity for Performance (20 points). Statements of Qualifications must be submitted by 11:00 a.m. on April 29, 2025, to the Town of Louise's office, with the contract to be awarded to the firm receiving the highest cumulative points and deemed most advantageous to the town.

The procurement opportunity emphasizes inclusivity, with the Town of Louise being an Equal Opportunity Employer that encourages submissions from Minority-owned Business Enterprises (MBEs), Woman-owned Business Enterprises (WBEs), and Section 3 eligible businesses. The selected engineer will work on a fixed-price basis, with individual contracts to be executed for each awarded project, subject to CDBG award confirmations and removal of environmental conditions. The Town reserves the right to terminate the selection process at any time and requires strict compliance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the project is tied to a CDBG funding mechanism, which typically supports community development initiatives. The procurement process underscores a commitment to comprehensive engineering services that address local infrastructure and community development needs, with a flexible approach to project implementation and vendor selection.