As-Needed Professional Engineering Services

Wayne County is seeking as-needed professional engineering services through a Request for Qualifications (RFQu) for its Department of Public Services (WCDPS) Engineering Division. The procurement seeks qualified engineering firms to provide comprehensive services including preliminary design, design engineering, construction engineering and inspection, surveying, project administration, civil support, traffic engineering, geotechnical engineering, materials testing, fabrication inspection, and optional environmental and historic preservation services. Respondents must be licensed Professional Engineers in Michigan with a minimum of five years of experience in relevant engineering domains. The evaluation will be based on three key criteria: understanding of services (35 points), team qualifications (40 points), and past performance (25 points). Key dates include respondent questions due by April 22, 2025, and final proposals due by May 8, 2025 at 2:00 pm, with an anticipated three-year contract term and potential one-year extension options. Services will be project-specific and task-authorized, with WCDPS establishing individual project scopes and schedules, and consultants required to submit hourly rates and "not to exceed" cost proposals for each engagement.

The procurement includes a County-Based Enterprise (CBE) advantage program offering pricing credits up to 7% for businesses located within Wayne County, with additional equalization credits available for businesses in 10 Targeted Growth Communities. Subconsultants are permitted but must be listed in individual project proposals, and all work products will become the property of WCDPS upon completion. Respondents must submit comprehensive documentation, including references, business information, key personnel resumes, professional licenses, and various compliance forms such as an Ethics in Contracting Vendor Form and First Tier Subcontractor Designation Form. While a specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the as-needed nature of the contract suggests a flexible procurement approach with potential for multiple awards based on firm qualifications. Insurance requirements are extensive, including commercial general liability, umbrella liability, automobile liability, workers' compensation, professional liability, and potentially contractors pollution liability, indicating a complex and comprehensive service procurement.