21-20251014122530 Gloster

The Town of Gloster, Mississippi in Alcorn County is seeking engineering services through a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for rail and infrastructure improvements related to potential economic development projects. The selected engineering firm will be responsible for comprehensive project management, including preparing project cost estimates, performing preliminary design, developing application documents, and providing full engineering services through project closeout. Specific deliverables include preparing plans and specifications, distributing bid documents, assisting with bid processes, executing construction contracts, conducting pre-construction conferences, and performing construction inspections. The proposal evaluation will be based on three key criteria: Qualifications (40 points), Experience (40 points), and Capacity for Performance (20 points). Sealed proposals are due by 10:00 AM on Thursday, November 13, 2025, and will be publicly opened at the Town Hall located at 251 S First Street, Gloster, MS 39638. Proposals must be submitted in five hardcopy versions in a sealed envelope marked "Proposal for Engineering Services."

The Town encourages submissions from Minority-owned Business Enterprises (MBEs) and Woman-owned Business Enterprises (WBEs), demonstrating a commitment to diverse vendor participation. Potential project funding sources include multiple federal and state programs such as the Mississippi Forestry Facility Grant Program, the Strategic Multi-Modal Investments Fund Program, and the Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) Program. The Town reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and can terminate the selection process at any time. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the engineering services and the potential for multi-source funding suggest a significant project scope. The procurement process emphasizes selecting the proposal most advantageous to the Town, with a focus on technical qualifications, relevant experience, and organizational capacity to successfully execute the infrastructure improvement project.