Pipeline Trail Phase 3 - Architecture and Engineering Services

Solicitation 2026-RFQ-257 is a Request for Qualifications issued by the Pierce County Parks and Recreation department for architecture and engineering services to complete Phase 3 of the Pipeline Trail. This phase involves the planning, design, engineering, permitting, and construction administration of a 2.2-mile non-motorized, multi-modal trail alignment extending from Orangegate Park to Fruitland Ave E. The project is part of a larger 5.5-mile trail initiative, with Phase 1 completed in 2025 and Phase 2 currently in design. The selected consultant will be responsible for delivering concept designs, cost estimates, and 100 percent bid-ready construction documents, while coordinating with Pierce County Stormwater Management for FEMA requirements and Pierce County Traffic for intersection crossing options. The anticipated period of performance is 30 months starting in January 2027, with a possible one-year renewal option. Key milestones include public outreach and schematic design through January 2028, followed by permitting and bid document preparation through March 2029, and construction administration concluding in September 2030. The County will select the most qualified team based on evaluated scores, potentially including interviews with top-ranked firms. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the eProcurement Portal by November 20, 2026, and must include a project approach narrative, a quality control program, and documentation of Washington State professional licenses. Contractors must comply with RCW 39.12 prevailing wage requirements and adhere to federal and state non-discrimination laws, including the ADA and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Payment will be processed monthly or upon the completion of specific milestones through the County voucher system. Proposers are required to provide an organizational chart detailing the participation of Minority, Women, and Veteran owned businesses and must disclose any litigation history from the past three years. All submitted materials become the exclusive property of the County.