Stormwater Engineering and Consulting Services

Beaufort County, South Carolina is soliciting a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for Stormwater Engineering and Consulting Services under solicitation number 103025. The procurement seeks comprehensive stormwater management program support, including critical tasks such as Phase II general permit renewal, program evaluation, public education, outfall and system inventory, IDDE program review, construction site runoff control, post-construction program revision, and good housekeeping program development. The RFQ requires proposers to demonstrate expertise in stormwater management, with a points-based evaluation process assessing five key criteria: staff qualifications (20 points), familiarity with Beaufort County and NPDES regulations (20 points), past project performance (20 points), understanding of County Stormwater Program projects (20 points), and staff availability and responsiveness (20 points). The proposal is due on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at 3:00 pm EST, with a non-mandatory pre-proposal meeting scheduled for Monday, October 20, 2025, at 2:00 pm EST. The contract will be awarded for an initial three-year period with potential renewal for two additional one-year periods, structured to allow task order issuance for specific projects.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though proposers must comply with Title VI non-discrimination requirements. Electronic submissions are mandatory through the Procurement Portal, with potential vendors encouraged to register in advance. The County reserves the right to reject any or all submissions and negotiate with qualified firms, with contract funding contingent on annual appropriations by the County Council. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the contract includes provisions for automatic termination if sufficient funds are not allocated. Proposers will be required to provide various insurance certifications, and the contract allows for flexible task order assignments. The procurement appears open to engineering and consulting firms with demonstrated expertise in stormwater management, environmental compliance, and municipal regulatory programs, with a focus on comprehensive, adaptable service delivery.