Request for Qualifications (RFQ) No. 27-001 Design & Engineering Services for Pine Street Extension

The City of Ocoee, Florida, is soliciting qualifications from licensed professional engineering and design firms for the Pine Street Extension project, spanning from Palm Drive to Prosperity Farms Road. The scope of work involves the reconstruction and extension of approximately 0.5 miles of roadway, including the design of stormwater and utility modifications, water and sewer installations, pedestrian crossings, specialized intersection treatments, and street lighting in coordination with Duke Energy. The selected firm will be responsible for deliverables through the 90 percent plans submittal and subsequent response to comments, ensuring the final output is sufficient for permitting, bidding, and construction. Compliance with Florida State law, the Consultants Competitive Negotiations Act, and various local and regional land development codes is required. The selection process is governed by the Consultants Competitive Negotiations Act, where an evaluation committee will recommend the top three ranked firms to the City Commission. The City will then attempt to negotiate an agreement with the top-ranked respondent. Submissions must be uploaded via the OpenGov e-Procurement platform by 2:00 p.m. local time on December 1, 2026. Qualification packages are limited to 50 pages, excluding required forms, and must be submitted separately from the cost proposal. Required documentation includes a variety of certifications, such as non-collusion affidavits, drug-free workplace certifications, and disclosures regarding scrutinized companies and foreign countries of concern. The successful consultant must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including a 1,000,000 dollar combined single limit per occurrence for general liability and 1,000,000 dollars for professional liability. All policies must be issued by companies with a Best Rating of A or better and a Financial Size Category of VII or better. The City is exempt from all insurance deductibles, which remain the responsibility of the consultant. Additional requirements include adherence to Florida WaterStar landscaping and irrigation standards and the provision of a detailed project timeline identifying all key milestones.