Request for qualifications engineering services

The City of Colquitt, Georgia is seeking Statements of Qualifications and Proposals from Engineers with a strong record of assisting local governments in the implementation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) projects. The city is considering seeking CDBG funding from the Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) for FY 2024 to make housing and infrastructure improvements. The selected Engineering firm will be guaranteed the contract for engineering services if the CDBG grant is awarded. Key evaluation factors include qualifications and experience with CDBG projects, fees for grant application development and administration, familiarity with the project and community, scope and level of service, adherence to Section 3 compliance, timeliness, mobility, proximity to the project, and current workload. Proposals are due by 12:00 NOON on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, and the Engineering report will be due to the city on Friday, February 2, 2024.

This state and local contract opportunity is a Section 3 Covered Contract, and Section 3 Business Concerns are encouraged to apply. All contracts are subject to Federal and State contract provisions prescribed by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs. The City of Colquitt is an Equal Opportunity Employer and abides by various fair housing and non-discrimination laws. Proposers must submit their qualifications and proposals to the City of Colquitt's City Manager. The contract opportunity is located in Murray County and the Coleman CDP.