Engineering Services for Water and Wastewater Plant Upgrades and Phasing

The Town of Richlands, located in Virginia's Powhatan County, is soliciting proposals for professional engineering services to develop a comprehensive phased approach for upgrading its water and wastewater treatment facilities. The Request for Proposals (RFP) seeks an architectural and engineering (A/E) firm to conduct a thorough review of existing engineered plans, develop a strategic upgrade plan, and provide project management for facility improvements. Key deliverables include a detailed plan review, phasing strategy, project management approach, communication plan, risk management protocol, cost control measures, and quality assurance process. Proposals are due by 4:30 PM local time on September 3, 2024, with a contract term of one year and potential for up to four one-year renewals. Evaluation criteria will focus on firm expertise, experience, geographic location, responsiveness, budget performance, and utilization of small businesses. The town will conduct negotiations with the top-ranked firm to establish acceptable labor rates and a Memorandum of Understanding.

The RFP does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The total contract value is structured with a not-to-exceed limit of $1,000,000 for all project orders during the contract term, with individual project orders capped at $200,000. No incumbent vendors are identified in the provided documentation. The procurement is structured to allow engineering firms to demonstrate their capacity to manage complex water and wastewater treatment facility upgrades, with an emphasis on comprehensive project planning and efficient implementation. The town's approach suggests a desire for a flexible, performance-based contract that allows for strategic, phased improvements to critical municipal infrastructure. Potential respondents should be prepared to showcase their technical capabilities, project management expertise, and innovative approaches to municipal utility system upgrades.