Request for Qualifications - Master Plan & Rerating Analysis for North Cary Water Reclamation Facility (NCWRF)

The Town of Cary is soliciting qualifications under RFQ 354-UT27-12 for a firm to develop a comprehensive 25-year master plan for the expansion of the North Cary Water Reclamation Facility. The primary objective of this project is to conduct a re-rating analysis to increase the facility's capacity from 12.0 to 15.0 million gallons per day. The scope of work includes data collection, process evaluation of all treatment units, and an alternatives analysis to identify operational modifications or technology upgrades that maximize existing infrastructure. Key deliverables consist of a Re-Rating Technical Memorandum, planning-level capital cost estimates for the 25-year horizon, and an updated facility space plan map. Technical requirements specify that process modeling must be performed using Bio Win, Sumo, or equivalent software verified by the EPA modeling toolbox, and the plan must align with Section 8 of the Cary Community Plan. This solicitation is issued in accordance with the Mini-Brooks Act, meaning price will not be a determining factor in the selection process; however, firms must provide a separate hourly rate schedule. Proposals are limited to 40 PDF pages and must include a cover letter, corporate background, and at least three references from the past ten years for similar master planning or re-rating services. Submissions must be uploaded electronically via the NC Electronic Vendor Portal by November 18, 2026, at 3 PM ET, with questions due by October 28, 2026. The Town will rank the most qualified firms and begin contract negotiations with the top-ranked respondent.