286-20250625093050 Scott

Scott County, Mississippi is seeking architectural services through a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for potential CDBG-DR and FEMA funding awards. The county requires eight copies of proposals to be submitted by 10:00am on July 16, 2025, with proposal openings scheduled for 2:00pm the same day. The architectural services will encompass comprehensive project support, including design and cost estimate preparation for funding applications, developing plans and specifications, bid document distribution, bid opening assistance, construction contract execution, pre-construction conferences, construction inspections, and payment request reviews. The proposal evaluation will be conducted using a point-based system with three primary criteria: Qualifications (40 points), Experience (40 points), and Capacity for Performance (20 points). A selection committee will review submissions within 30 days, with the Board of Supervisors making the final selection based on the highest cumulative points and most advantageous proposal.

The county encourages submissions from Minority-owned Business Enterprises (MBEs), Woman-owned Business Enterprises (WBEs), and Section 3 eligible businesses, with a specific focus on providing job training and employment opportunities to lower-income Scott County residents. Contracts will be executed on a fixed-price basis for individual projects, and the County reserves the right to reject any or all proposals. The selection is contingent upon receiving sufficient funding and resolving any environmental conditions. While specific contract values are not explicitly stated, the opportunity is tied to potential CDBG-DR and FEMA funding awards, suggesting potential flexibility in project scope and funding. The procurement approach emphasizes local economic opportunities and equitable participation from diverse business enterprises, with a clear preference for firms that can demonstrate strong qualifications, relevant experience, and the capacity to successfully execute architectural services for community development projects.