Consulting Services, Potable Water, Wastewater & Reclaimed Water Projects

The City of St. Petersburg, Florida is seeking consulting services for potable water, wastewater, and reclaimed water projects through a multi-year Architect/Engineering (A/E) agreement. The procurement is a Request for Qualifications (RFQ-25-178) for on-as-needed consulting services with an initial one-year contract term, renewable annually up to three additional years. Vendors must provide comprehensive professional services including studies, evaluations, technical investigations, system planning, design, permitting, regulatory compliance, construction support, and specialized engineering services. Firms must submit a 75-page Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) detailing project team composition, experience, reference projects, and technical capabilities. Key personnel requirements include a project manager with a minimum of ten years of applicable experience, and a LEED or ENVISION Lead. The evaluation criteria will be weighted, with 33% allocated to team background, 25% to experience, and 22% to project approach. Proposal responses are due by June 12, 2025 at 3:00 pm, with evaluation and shortlisting scheduled for June 26, 2025, and final interviews/selections on July 16, 2025.

The solicitation includes provisions for Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Woman Owned Business Enterprise (WBE), Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE), and Small Business Enterprise (SBE) participation, with additional points awarded for these certifications. Potential incumbent or notified firms include AECOM, Ardurra Group, Stantec, CDM Smith, and potential expansions to include Hazen & Sawyer and Black & Veatch. Projects may be funded by the City, state, federal agencies, or a combination of funding sources, with design requirements conforming to specific funding agency guidelines. Firms must demonstrate compatibility with technical requirements such as AutoCAD Civil 3D 2024 and ESRI software versions. The consulting services will cover a wide range of water infrastructure projects, including water treatment, distribution facilities, wastewater collection and treatment, and reclaimed water systems. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the multi-year agreement structure suggests a significant and ongoing investment in water infrastructure consulting services for the City of St. Petersburg.