Architectural and Engineering Services

The City of Rockville, Maryland is requesting proposals for comprehensive architectural and engineering services across 14 specialized categories on an as-needed basis with individual Project Task Orders, with proposals due June 30, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. EST and virtual pre-proposal meetings scheduled April 22 and April 23, 2026.

The scope spans architectural services, mechanical/electrical/plumbing engineering, civil engineering, landscape architecture, water/waste/wastewater engineering, pipeline condition assessment, stormwater management, traffic engineering, transportation planning, geotechnical engineering, surveying, environmental health and safety engineering, structural engineering, and cost estimating — with deliverables including consultative guidance, design and construction documents, project schedules, cost estimates, bid and award support, project management, construction administration, monitoring and testing, policy and regulation development, training and public outreach, data and cost/benefit analysis, permitting, and report writing.

The initial contract term is five years with City renewal rights for two additional one-year periods and potential extension beyond seven years if mutually agreeable to complete unfinished projects. There is no guaranteed minimum work volume, and the City reserves the right to solicit separate RFPs for similar work. Hourly rates are required for five generic personnel categories (Principal/Associate, Project Manager, Senior Professional, Junior Professional, and Technician), with rates firm for two years and subsequent adjustments limited to Producer Price Index. The City will make electronic payments only and requires successful respondents to complete ACH applications prior to award.

Evaluation is weighted equally across five criteria at 20% each: Letter of Interest, Approach and Work Plan, Understanding of City's Requirements, Firm Experience and Capabilities, and Project Team Qualifications and Experience. Proposers must demonstrate a minimum of three years of experience performing similar services and provide six client references — three current unfinished projects, two completed projects within three years, and one completed project within one year. A list of current incumbent contractors is available in Attachment F. Technical questions are due May 8, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. EST. Anticipated contract award is March 2027.