Professional Electrical Underground Design and Engineering Services (Rebid)

The City of Winter Park, Florida, has issued Request for Qualifications (RFQ #RFQ17-25) for Professional Electrical Underground Design and Engineering Services, seeking qualified firms to design a comprehensive system conversion for relocating and maintaining approximately eight miles of electrical infrastructure underground. The procurement targets licensed Florida engineering firms with demonstrated professional experience in electrical underground design, with proposals due electronically by 2:00 pm on October 9, 2025. The project's primary objective is to complete an undergrounding initiative by Fiscal Year 2030, focusing initially on design phase services. Evaluation criteria will encompass multiple factors including firm experience, key personnel qualifications, professional contacts, project delivery approach, and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) utilization. The initial contract term will be twelve consecutive months, with potential renewal options for up to five additional 12-month periods, not exceeding sixty months total. Shortlisted firms will be required to participate in formal presentations and interviews, with final selection to be made by the City Commission.

The solicitation encourages participation from Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs), though specific set-aside percentages are not explicitly detailed in the provided documents. Insurance requirements are comprehensive, mandating general liability, auto liability, workers' compensation, and professional liability coverage. The consultant will operate as an independent contractor, with no guaranteed volume or type of work, and will be compensated on a task-by-task basis with monthly or project completion invoicing. While specific budget ranges are not provided, the contract allows for flexible service delivery across multiple electrical infrastructure design projects. The city reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and will award the contract to the most responsive and responsible respondent providing the best overall value. Successful firms must comply with various state and federal regulations, including public records laws, anti-discrimination statutes, cybersecurity requirements, and employment eligibility verification.