Engineering Professional Services Continuing Contract - (2nd Advertisement)

Escambia County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) is seeking Engineering Professional Services through a Continuing Contract solicitation. The procurement is designed to secure multiple engineering consultants to provide comprehensive professional services for capital improvement and rehabilitation projects on an as-needed, task order basis. Services will encompass civil, electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, hydrologic, geotechnical, environmental, surveying, mapping, and computer-aided design support. Specific work may include data collection, feasibility studies, numerical computer modeling, engineering reports, design analyses, value engineering, independent technical reviews, conceptual and contract drawings, specifications, cost estimating, construction contract administration, and construction inspection services. The Request for Qualifications (RFQ) is continuous, with an initial response deadline of February 22, 2027, at 5:00 am, allowing vendors to submit qualifications throughout the contract period. Compensation for selected consultants will be determined through individual task order negotiations using established billable rates, with the county reserving the right to make multiple awards based on responsiveness and ability to meet project needs.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though federal funding sources suggest potential opportunities for diverse vendors. The contract will utilize funding from multiple federal sources, including ARPA Funds, Community Development Block Grant - Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR), and potentially FEMA Public Assistance funds, which typically encourage broad participation. Consultants must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including professional liability, general liability, and workers' compensation. Mandatory submission requirements include E-Verify documentation, conflict of interest declarations, and proof of registration with the Federal System of Award Management (SAM). While specific contract values are not explicitly stated, the continuous nature of the solicitation and potential for multiple task orders suggests significant ongoing opportunities. Prospective respondents must demonstrate technical capabilities across various engineering disciplines, compliance with federal contract provisions, and the ability to support Escambia County's diverse infrastructure and rehabilitation project needs.