PROFESSIONAL SERVICES RELATED TO WATER AND WASTEWATER DISTRIBUTION, TRANSMISSION & WASTEWATER COLLECTION PROGRAM MANAGEMENT (PROJECT NO. 26-1352)

The City of Hollywood, Florida, issued Request for Qualifications RFQ-428-26-JM to secure a professional program management team for the implementation of its Water and Wastewater Master Plan. The selected consultant will provide comprehensive engineering services, including project planning, design, permitting, and construction administration for infrastructure projects scheduled from 2026 through 2035. This initiative aims to modernize the city's water treatment plant, distribution systems, sewers, lift stations, and the Southern Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant to address aging infrastructure, population growth, and environmental risks such as sea level rise and storm surges. The procurement process follows the Consultants Competitive Negotiation Act of Florida, with proposals due by November 17, 2026. Selection is based on a points-based scoring system evaluating professional personnel, past performance, and firm qualifications, rather than the lowest cost. Awarded contracts must comply with Federal Procurement Standards if federally funded, as well as Equal Employment Opportunity requirements and Florida Statutes regarding contingent fees and scrutinized companies. Key operational requirements include strict labeling for non-potable water facilities and the integration of cybersecurity preparedness and vulnerability assessments within facility operation and maintenance manuals.