The intent of this procurement is for FW to contract with an engineering firm or firms (the "Consultant") to provide professional engineering services for the design of water mains and other related work. Services include evaluation of alternatives, survey, utility location, preparation of plans and specifications, permitting, bid and construction-phase services, and other engineering duties related to water main design and installation. To be qualified, an Offeror must demonstrate significant experience in the design of potable water transmission and distribution mains and associated appurtenances and facilities, including in-depth knowledge of VDOT and VDH rules, regulations, and guidelines. All work performed shall be assigned by means of formal Task Orders which will relate to individual projects and be issued in writing by FW from time to time during the Contract term. Each Task Order shall correspond to a clearly defined scope. In the event multiple contracts are awarded, Task Orders will generally be issued on a rotation basis based on a desire to equitably share workload amongst contractors. An exception may be made if it is determined that one contractor maintains a particular skillset or historical knowledge for a specific project, or other factors for selection beneficial to Fairfax Water. The scope of work on each Task Order shall be negotiated and listed in hours by position (engineer, surveyor, draftsperson, etc.), to include direct costs such as subconsultants, travel, reproductions, etc. The successful Offeror(s) will be compensated by multiplying the hours worked for each position with the rates negotiated prior to Award and made part of the Contract Documents. The Consultant is expected to be able to perform work on several large and complicated projects at the same time. FW reserves the right to issue no Task Orders, to perform the work using in-house resources or other contractors, or to otherwise assign work as it deems appropriate in accordance with established procedures, all as determined to be in the best interest of FW. Any Task Order issued hereunder will include the scope of work and fee for each task. Deadline for Questions: March 13, 2023 @ 5:00 PM. VIRTUAL PRE-PROPOSAL MEETING
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