City of Tupelo requests proposals from qualified firms or individuals to provide Engineering services for work related to an application for a water infrastructure project with potential funding from: Appalachian Regional Commission and/or other federal f

The City of Tupelo has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP 2025-044WL) seeking qualified firms or individuals to provide comprehensive engineering services in support of a water infrastructure project, which may be funded in part by the Appalachian Regional Commission and other federal entities. The scope encompasses preliminary tasks such as cost estimating and engineering reports, progressing to detailed planning including development of bid documents, assistance during bidding, contract execution support, preconstruction conference participation, and ongoing construction inspection with regular reporting. The selected contractor will also be responsible for reviewing and approving payment requests throughout the construction phase. All work must comply with relevant federal, state, and local regulations, reflecting the involvement of federal funding and adherence to grant requirements. This solicitation is a locally administered, fixed-price contract managed by the City of Tupelo under the Mississippi Public Transportation Assistance Program. Proposals must be submitted as sealed hard-copy envelopes clearly labeled with the bid number by December 31, 2025, to City Hall at 71 E Troy Street, Tupelo, MS. Evaluation of proposals will be based on qualifications (40 points), experience (40 points), and capacity for performance (20 points), with the award determined by the most advantageous combination of price and non-price factors, not by lowest price alone. The City encourages participation from Minority and Women Owned Business Enterprises but does not mandate formal socio-economic certifications. Contract administration details such as invoicing procedures and official contracting officers are not explicitly defined in the solicitation. The contract period aligns with project timelines linked to grant awards, with key deliverables emphasizing thorough engineering documentation, bid process support, and diligent construction oversight at the project site in Tupelo.