RFQ to Provide Engineering Services For Public Infrastructure Improvements

The City of Montezuma in Laurens County, Georgia, has issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for engineering services focused on public infrastructure improvements, specifically targeting the construction of a new elevated water tank and water main improvements. The procurement seeks an engineering consulting firm to complete a comprehensive infrastructure project with a total estimated timeline of approximately 22 months, including 6 months for engineering design, 3 months for permit approval, 1 month for contract bidding, 2 months for contract award, and 12 months for construction using a traditional Design-Bid-Build delivery method. The selection process will be qualifications-based, with a Selection Committee evaluating submissions across four key criteria: firm stability (20%), relevant project experience and qualifications (30%), past performance (25%), and overall project suitability (25%). Statements of qualifications are due by September 11, 2025, at 12:00 PM, with finalist firms to be interviewed on October 11, 2025. Firms must submit comprehensive documentation including company history, key personnel qualifications, project experience, references, and proof of errors and omissions insurance.

The RFQ does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Potential funding sources for the project may include GEFA, EDA, CDBG, USDA, OneGeorgia, REBA, and ARC, which could influence participation requirements. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the project requires integration with existing water infrastructure in Laurens County. The final contract and fee structure will be negotiated with the highest-ranked engineering consulting services firm following the evaluation process. Though a specific budget range is not provided, the comprehensive nature of the project—involving a new elevated water tank, water main improvements, and infrastructure rehabilitation—suggests a significant capital investment. Interested engineering firms should carefully review the full RFQ documentation and be prepared to demonstrate extensive experience in municipal water infrastructure design and construction projects.