RFQ-484-032425 Utility Coordination Services, Statewide

The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) has issued Request for Qualifications RFQ-484-032425 for Utility Coordination Services, seeking to establish three on-call, indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity contracts statewide. The procurement aims to secure consulting services for utility coordination across multiple project phases, including concept, preliminary design, final design, and construction, as well as routine permitting review and inspection. Prime consultants must demonstrate expertise in area class 3.10 (Utility Coordination) and 5.08 (Overhead-Subsurface Utility Engineering), with capabilities spanning utility management, construction inspection, and multi-project coordination. The selection process involves a two-phase evaluation: Phase I will assess experience and qualifications (35% of score) and additional resources and challenges (15%), while Phase II will review technical approach (40%) and past performance (10%). GDOT will shortlist three to five firms for the final selection, with Statements of Qualifications due on March 24, 2025. The contract term will be three years, with an option to extend up to five years total.

The procurement includes an 11% overall annual goal for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation on federally funded projects, though this is not a fixed quota or set-aside. Each contract will have a minimum value of $25,000 and a maximum potential value of $12 million, providing significant opportunity for qualified consultants. Firms must demonstrate comprehensive understanding of GDOT processes and the ability to manage complex utility coordination projects across the state. The solicitation does not specify incumbent vendors or require integration with existing technology infrastructure. Successful respondents will need to show robust capabilities in managing utility coordination challenges, providing detailed engineering services, and maintaining high standards of professional performance throughout project lifecycles. GDOT's approach emphasizes technical expertise, past performance, and the ability to handle multiple concurrent utility coordination assignments across various project types and geographical regions.