RFQ - Condition Evaluation for Replacement of Pump Station #33 Shamrock

The Cape Fear Public Utility Authority is seeking Statements of Qualifications from consulting engineering firms to perform a condition evaluation, design, and bidding assistance for the upgrade or replacement of Pump Station 33 Shamrock, located at 116 Kilarry Road in Wilmington, North Carolina. The project focuses on a 46-year-old station utilizing two Self Priming Hydromatic Pumps. The selected consultant will be responsible for delivering a Preliminary Engineering Report by February 18, 2027, completing the design by June 18, 2027, securing permits by August 2, 2027, and providing bidding assistance to reach a construction award by September 1, 2027. Key deliverables include detailed design plans, technical specifications, a sewer bypass plan, and necessary encroachment agreements. This solicitation follows a qualifications-based selection process in compliance with the Mini Brooks Act, where the contract will be awarded to the best qualified firm followed by the negotiation of a detailed scope of work and fee schedule. Proposals are evaluated on four equally weighted criteria: project understanding and approach, relevant firm experience, proposed staff experience, and a record of success, which must include five previous projects comparing cost estimates to low bids. To be eligible, firms must be registered with the Office of the Secretary of State and maintain specific insurance coverages, including 2 million dollars in professional liability and 1 million dollars in general and auto liability. Statements of Qualifications must be submitted in PDF format to bids@cfpua.org by 2:00 PM on November 5, 2026, and are limited to 20 pages, excluding resumes and appendices.