5-20250402103927 Pelahatchie

The Town of Pelahatchie, Mississippi is requesting proposals for engineering services related to the implementation of fiscal year 2025 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) projects through a Request for Qualifications (RFQ). The selected engineering firm or individual will be responsible for comprehensive project engineering services, including preparing plans and specifications, distributing bid documents, assisting with bid openings, executing construction contracts, conducting pre-construction conferences, and performing construction inspections. Proposals must be submitted to the Town Clerk by 3:00 p.m. local time on April 22, 2025, with a selection process that evaluates submissions based on three key criteria: qualifications (40 points), experience (40 points), and capacity for performance (20 points). The evaluation will focus on the firm's ability to deliver complete engineering services through project closeout, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies. The procurement process requires detailed documentation demonstrating the firm's expertise in managing CDBG-funded infrastructure and community development projects.

The RFQ strongly emphasizes equal opportunity and encourages participation from Minority-owned Business Enterprises (MBEs), Woman-owned Business Enterprises (WBEs), and Section 3 eligible businesses. The contract will be awarded on a fixed-price basis for each individual project, contingent upon CDBG award and removal of environmental conditions. The Town of Pelahatchie reserves the right to reject any proposals and will select the most advantageous submission based on the selection committee's cumulative point evaluation. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the procurement is tied to CDBG funding for fiscal year 2025, which suggests potential project funding through federal community development grants. The competitive nature of the RFQ and the comprehensive evaluation criteria indicate that the town is seeking a highly qualified engineering firm with demonstrated experience in municipal infrastructure and community development projects, with a particular focus on delivering professional, compliant, and efficient engineering services.