Professional Municipal Engineering Services (CCNA) - Tenoroc Trail Segment 1 from Lake Crago Drive to State Road 33

The City of Lakeland is soliciting qualifications from engineering firms prequalified by the Florida Department of Transportation in Work Type 3.1 (Minor Highway Design) and Work Type 9.1 (Soil Exploration) to provide professional municipal engineering services for the Tenoroc Trail Segment 1 project, which extends from Lake Crago Drive to State Road 33. This solicitation follows the requirements of the Florida Consultants' Competitive Negotiation Act (CCNA), mandating that firms submit qualifications without including rate information. The project’s design phase is funded by a state grant administered by FDOT, with federal compliance requirements included to maintain eligibility for future funding phases. Only applicable state and federal requirements tied to the funding source at contract execution will apply. The solicitation was posted on March 20, 2026, with a response deadline of April 10, 2026, and is managed by the City of Lakeland’s Public Works Engineering department, with designated contacts available for inquiries. Firms responding to this RFQ must comply with various contractual and ethical requirements, including indemnification clauses protecting the City and its representatives from liabilities arising from negligence or misconduct connected to the project. Additionally, compliance with Florida statutes is required, including submission of a Human Trafficking Affidavit affirming the absence of coercive labor practices. The City also maintains rigorous contractor safety and audit protocols to ensure adherence to safety and performance standards. The award process involves evaluation by a designated team and is expected to uphold all necessary legal, safety, and ethical obligations, ensuring the successful design and implementation of the trail segment in accordance with state and local regulations.