Professional Engineering Services for Natural Gas Improvements Project

The City of Waveland is seeking qualified engineering firms to provide professional services for the Natural Gas Improvements Project, which involves replacing approximately 9 miles of 4-inch steel pipeline along Highway 603 from Highway 43 to Central Avenue. The project aims to modernize and enhance the city’s natural gas infrastructure, with funding sought from the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality under federal settlement agreements. The solicitation, issued as a Request for Qualifications, emphasizes evaluating firms based on their experience, key personnel, federal grant project background, local familiarity, and ability to deliver timely services, with a point system totaling 100. The contract value is estimated between 500,000 and 2 million dollars, though no detailed pricing schedule is included. Submission of Statements of Qualifications is required in seven sealed copies, properly labeled, and must be received by 2:00 PM on December 17, 2025, at Waveland City Hall. The process is qualifications-based, with no specific contract type, pricing, or detailed delivery schedule outlined in the documents. The selection will be made based on the most advantageous qualifications, with the city reserving rights to reject any submissions or waive irregularities. The contract mandates compliance with all applicable federal and state laws, professional licensing in Mississippi, and encourages participation from minority and women-owned enterprises. Administrative details specify that all submissions and correspondence are to be directed to the City Clerk’s Office, with no explicit provisions for electronic submissions, invoice procedures, or specific inspection and acceptance criteria beyond general regulatory adherence.