Little Miami Interceptor Sluice Gate Replacement & Reloc..

The City of Cincinnati, through its Department of Sewers and the Metropolitan Sewer District of Greater Cincinnati, has issued RFQ-400-275X901189 for professional engineering and consulting services regarding the Little Miami Interceptor Sluice Gate Replacement and Relocation project. The scope of work spans three primary phases: planning, which includes business case evaluations and risk assessments; design, involving construction plans, SCADA configuration, and easement documents; and construction, covering administration, material testing, and the development of operations manuals. The procurement follows a design-bid-build model and requires submittals to be uploaded via the Bonfire portal by September 29, 2026, with the final award and negotiation expected by January 20, 2027. Selection is based on the most qualified offeror, with evaluation criteria focusing on overall firm qualifications, the experience of key personnel, the proposed project approach and management, and Small Business Enterprise (SBE) participation. Specifically, key personnel resumes and SBE participation each account for 20 percent of the evaluation weight. To be eligible for SBE credit, firms must hold recognized certifications from the SBA 8(a) Program, the State of Ohio EDGE Program, or the City of Dayton PEP. Submissions must include a completed Qualifications Questionnaire, an affidavit of accuracy, and a list of up to six similar projects completed within the last five years.