Stream Debris Removal

The City of Thomasville is seeking proposals for a stream debris removal project funded through the StreamFlow Rehabilitation Assistance Program (StRAP) grant from the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. The procurement is specifically targeting qualified firms to remove debris from Hamby Creek and Jimmy's Creek, focusing on approximately half a mile of stream within the 100-year flood plain. Contractors must utilize chipping or mulching techniques to clear the designated stream segments, with strict project timeline requirements mandating completion and inspection by November 2026 and fund reimbursement by December 31, 2026. Minimum qualifications for bidders include a minimum of three years of experience in debris removal from streams and water bodies. Evaluation criteria will encompass professional experience, capacity/scheduling, planning and design, and pricing. Key procurement dates include a mandatory virtual bidders conference on December 2, 2024, with bid submissions due by 5:00 pm on December 6, 2024, and a final proposal due date of December 9, 2024.

The City of Thomasville is committed to promoting diversity in its contracting process, explicitly encouraging submissions from small, minority, and women-owned firms, as well as historically underutilized businesses. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the city reserves the right to reject any or all qualifications and is not legally obligated to enter into a contract as a result of this Request for Bids (RFB). While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed in the documentation, the procurement requires bidders to provide firm fixed fees or tiered fees for the work, along with hourly rates for specific project components. The project spans Davidson County and involves jurisdictional areas including Teachey Town, with a focus on comprehensive stream rehabilitation. Potential contractors should be prepared to work closely with city representatives and demonstrate robust capabilities in environmental restoration and debris management techniques.