2024-RFP-005 Geotechnical Environmental Services

The City of Forest Park, located in Clayton County, Georgia, is seeking proposals for Geotechnical Environmental Services through RFP 2024-RFP-005. The procurement targets qualified professionals or firms to provide comprehensive services including soil and erosion inspections, plan reviews, engineering and construction management, and serve as the Community Rating System (CRS) Coordinator. Proposers must demonstrate a minimum of seven years of professional experience in site plan reviews, specifications, construction management, and related environmental services. The evaluation criteria are structured with 25 points for experience and qualifications, 25 points for organizational structure and resumes, 20 points for management plan, 10 points for references and financial stability, and 20 points for cost proposal. Additional bonus points include 5 points for Local, Small Business, and Diversity Program participation and 10 points for interview/presentation. Key procurement dates include a non-mandatory pre-proposal meeting on February 12, 2025, at 11:00am via Microsoft Teams, a question submission deadline of February 21, 2025, at 5:00pm, and a proposal submission deadline of March 5, 2025, at 2:00pm.

The procurement includes specific insurance requirements, mandating $1 million per occurrence Commercial General Liability, $1 million Business Auto Liability, $5 million Commercial Umbrella coverage, and statutory Workers Compensation coverage. The City's Local, Small Business, Diversity Program applies to this procurement, potentially creating opportunities for smaller or minority-owned businesses. The contract term is established for one year with the option of two additional one-year renewals, not to exceed three years total without rebidding. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of services and multiple evaluation criteria suggest a substantial and competitive procurement opportunity. The requirement for extensive experience and comprehensive service delivery indicates this is a significant contract for a specialized geotechnical and environmental services provider capable of supporting the City of Forest Park's infrastructure and environmental management needs.