ENGINEERING RFP-CDBG DR

The City of Soperton, Georgia, has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) seeking qualified engineering firms with demonstrated experience assisting local governments in federally funded infrastructure projects. The contract encompasses providing comprehensive engineering services on a project-by-project basis, including preparation of Preliminary Engineering Reports (PER), detailed design, and construction administration for improvements to water, sewer, road, and drainage systems. The projects are funded through federal programs such as the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Regional Development Fund (RDF), Economic Investment Program (EIP), Economic Development Administration (EDA), Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC), and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Firms must comply with applicable federal regulations including 2 CFR Part 200 for Uniform Administrative Requirements, HUD Act Section 3 promoting economic opportunities to local communities, various civil rights statutes including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, the Fair Housing Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. This procurement is not a retainer; contracts will be awarded individually per project, with proposals due by May 18, 2026. Proposers are required to submit comprehensive documentation addressing their firm's history, resources, and relevant project experience, including specific CDBG/EIP/RDF experience. Key personnel qualifications, current workload status, detailed scope and level of service proposed, fee structures for PER and construction management services, and proof of errors and omissions insurance are mandatory components of the submission. Additionally, firms must provide a completed Statement of Qualifications form and a Section 3 Certification form verifying compliance with HUD's Section 3 employment and contracting goals. While no formal Federal Acquisition Regulation clauses are incorporated explicitly, compliance with federal procurement standards and civil rights laws is mandated. The City of Soperton will oversee inspection and acceptance, presumed to occur at the project sites within Georgia. The proposal evaluation will consider technical factors alongside fees, although no weighting or explicit award criteria are disclosed. Submissions are to be delivered physically to the City of Soperton’s office, with no specified electronic submission method. The RFP lacks detailed contract clauses, packaging, or delivery terms and does not specify contract type, estimated value, or invoicing procedures.