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All questions in reference to this RFQ shall be directed in writing to jversiga@gulfport-ms.gov. The last day to submit questions will be June 20, 2023 at 10:00 am. The City of Gulfport intends to employ a consulting engineering firm to provide engineering services utilizing a Cost plus Fixed Fee, Labor Hour/Unit Price or Lump Sum/Firm Fixed Price contract for installation of two new water wells within Gulfport's certificated water franchise area. The Consultant's scope of services includes, but is not limited to, surveying, hydraulic modeling, development of construction plans/specifications, deeds for purchases, environmental related services, bidding phase services, construction engineering, and inspection services. Upon selection, negotiation, and execution of contract, the City of Gulfport anticipates the duration of the consultant's contract to be approximately two (2) years, executing the said contract on or about July 2023. Consulting engineering firms interested in providing these services may so indicate by furnishing the City of Gulfport one (1) original and one (1) copy plus a digital version of their Qualifications which should consist of the following: 1. A cover letter specifying the name and complete description of project, the name of the project manager, and the location and address of the office to be assigned the majority of the work; 2. A resume for each principal member, the project manager, and employee(s) of the firm anticipated to be assigned to the project. Also, provide an organizational chart and list each person's experience and qualifications, including proof that the Project Manager is licensed as a Mississippi Professional Engineer and that the firm has met state licensure and certification requirements*; 3. A description of similar type work completed during the past five (5) years which qualifies the consultant for this work; the consultant's cost and consultant's schedule completion and actual completion of this work; 4. Provide any information to indicate that the team has the necessary resources, including available staff, to complete the project within the timeframe indicated above. The Consultant should indicate any other active and planned projects that any individuals, as listed on the organization chart (including any subconsultant(s)), are currently working to complete. The consultant should indicate how they plan to balance workloads to commit the staff and resources necessary to successfully complete the project on- time. 5. A response containing the information upon which the consultant will be evaluated; and, 6. Part II of Standard Form (SF) 330, Architect-Engineer Qualifications. This Form can be obtained online. The City of Gulfport will evaluate the Qualifications based on the following factors listed in their relative order of importance: 1. The experience in performing the type of work outlined in the Scope of Work; 2. Qualifications of the principals and professionals to be assigned; 3. The consultant's experience in working with projects involving public funding; 4. The extent of in-house capabilities of the firm; and 5. The consultant's size and capability of available staff to perform this work in accordance with an expedited progress schedule, considering the firm's current and planned workload. The City of Gulfport reserves the right to select one (1) consultant or select a short list of consultants from whom more information will be required. The City of Gulfport reserves the right to reject any and all Qualifications and/or to discontinue contract execution with any party at any time prior to final contract execution.