Professional Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP) Engineering Services

The City of Winter Park, Florida, in Orange County, is issuing a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for professional Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) Engineering Services to support municipal facility projects across various building types including public buildings, sports facilities, office buildings, industrial facilities, and public safety facilities. The scope of services encompasses field investigations, existing conditions assessments, design development, cost estimation, permitting assistance, bidding support, construction administration, and commissioning services. Qualified respondents must be licensed and authorized to provide professional engineering services in the State of Florida and demonstrate appropriate professional experience. Key evaluation criteria include Qualifications and Experience of Key Project Staff (25 points), Technical Expertise and Approach (30 points), Financial Stability and Capacity (30 points), and Professional Contacts (15 points). Questions must be submitted by March 10, 2026, with electronic proposals due by 10:00 a.m. on March 19, 2026. The Selection Committee will conduct evaluations on March 31, 2026, with oral presentations and final ranking scheduled for April 7, 2026.

The contract term is thirty-six (36) consecutive months from execution, with optional renewal periods for up to two additional 12-month terms not to exceed sixty (60) months total, subject to City Commission approval and mutual written consent. Respondents must submit proof of Florida professional licensing, organizational charts, financial statements demonstrating solvency, Standard Form 330 resumes for key personnel, and professional references. All proposals must include certificates of insurance evidencing Professional Liability coverage of $1,000,000 with the City named as additional insured, along with General Liability, Auto Liability, and Workers' Compensation coverage. Respondents must also provide sworn statements regarding compliance with public entity crimes provisions, E-Verify requirements, drug-free workplace policies, and public records obligations. This is a qualifications-based selection process conducted under Florida's Consultants Competitive Negotiation Act, with no pricing information requested in the RFQ. The City is not guaranteeing a minimum number of task orders or total dollar amount under any resulting contract. All submissions must be made electronically through the City's eProcurement portal at https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cityofwinterpark.