Request for Qualifications: Engineering Services for General and As-Needed Support (Two Scopes)

The City of Diamondhead is issuing a Request for Qualifications to select qualified engineering firms capable of providing services under two distinct scopes: general engineering support on an as-needed basis and specialized services for federally or non-federally funded projects. The contract, potentially lasting up to four years, aims to address a broad range of municipal engineering needs, including drainage, recreation, landscaping, sitework, roads, bridges, GIS, subdivision review, and floodplain management, with particular emphasis on projects funded through programs like GOMESA, MDOT, and the Mississippi Development Authority. The procurement process emphasizes qualifications-based selection through competitive negotiation, with the city reserving the right to reject any proposals. Submissions must be delivered in hardcopy and digital format by October 14, 2025, with strict instructions on labeling and packaging, and no electronic or email proposals will be accepted. Supporting documents, specifications, and sample contracts are accessible via the city’s bidding website, and proposers are encouraged to demonstrate efforts to include small, minority, and women-owned businesses, in compliance with federal regulations such as 2 C.F.R. §200.321. The solicitation underscores compliance with federal and state funding laws, requiring proposers to acknowledge the importance of diversity and inclusion in their subcontracting efforts. While detailed evaluation criteria are not explicitly listed, the selection will focus on firms’ qualifications, experience, key personnel, past performance, and approach to scope delivery, with the city conducting a qualifications-based review rather than relying solely on price. The contract is structured as a Master Service Agreement, with project-specific work to be assigned via task orders, and the total anticipated value ranges from $500,000 to $2,000,000. The documents do not specify particular delivery schedules, inspection, or acceptance procedures, nor do they include explicit cost breakdowns or line-item pricing, reflecting the professional service nature of the contract. Administrative contacts for questions are the City Manager and City Clerk, with all proposals and inquiries to be directed in writing to the designated city officials.