Site work for a water / sewer project in Wilson, North Carolina. Conceptual plans call for site work for a water / sewer project.

Direct all questions for this RFQ to: Kyle Manning Assistant Director of Public Works - Water Resources Email: kmanning@wilsonnc.org The City of Wilson will expect the selected engineering/consulting firm to provide the following response to services needed in conjunction with the proposed Project: o Assist the City with meeting all of the STAG requirements including receiving approval from US EPA for the Project. This will include an Environmental Review (NEPA). At this time an Environmental Information Document (EID) may be required as the project is not expected to receive a Categorical Exclusion (CATEX) due to project location. o Prepare complete construction plans and specifications in accordance with applicable regulations and permit approval requirements. o Prepare preliminary cost estimates and final detailed cost estimates for each portion of construction. o Prepare complete bid package including all required documents. o Provide all necessary information for the preparation of the project bid advertisements and advertise the project. o Manage competitive bidding process including the preparation of bid packages for prospective bidders, respond to bidder inquiries concerning the technical aspects of the project, prepare any and all necessary addenda to the bid packages, attend prebid and bid opening to answer any questions as may arise, review bids for accuracy, investigate bid documents for eligibility and completeness, make recommendation to the City regarding the acceptance of the lowest eligible bid, and other technical assistance as may be requested. o Prepare formal contract documents, including all documents required for related execution of the construction contract. o Provide construction inspection and construction management services as necessary to expedite construction in a timely fashion, ensuring that total compliance with general and technical specifications are met by the successful bidder, and that construction is in strict accordance with the plans such that the City of Wilson receives professional workmanship and materials, and accurate inspection files are maintained. Depending on timing of the project with other capital projects at the City, onsite construction inspection may be performed inhouse. However, that will be determined at a later date depending on staff workload. Prepare and issue change orders, and review all requests for change order from the successful bidder. o Investigate all requests for partial and final payments prior to approval to ensure payment to bidder in accordance with the contract documents as executed and amended. o Conduct final inspection of construction upon completion of work by the successful bidder, and ensure completion of punch list before final payment to successful bidder. o Prepare "AS-BUILT" record drawings and provide three (3) full size sets to City, digital copy in PDF format, along with certification of completion and satisfaction of project requirements, and recommendation of final acceptance by the City *Proposers may hand deliver RFQs to the City of Wilson's Operation Center, or if preferred, UPS and FedEx make daily deliveries to our office. If using any other delivery method, allow ample time for delivery. Proposals not received by the deadline stated will not be considered. One (1) original and three (3) copies should be submitted. The original or copies should be distinguishable from each other. The City reserves the right to reject any or all proposals for any reason and to waive any informality it deems in its best interest. Any requirements in the RFQ that cannot be met must be indicated in the proposal. Proposers must respond to the entire Request for Qualifications (RFQ). Any incomplete proposal may be eliminated from competition at the discretion of the City. Deadline for Written Questions April 17, 2024 at 5PM City Response to Questions (anticipated) April 22, 2024 QUESTIONS: Written questions shall be e-mailed to Kyle Manning, Assistant Director of Public Works - Water Resources, at kmanning@wilsonnc.org by the date and time specified above. Firms will enter RFQ Title - "Tilghman Road Outfall Replacement" as the subject for the email. For questions received prior to the submission deadline date by the Assistant Director of Public Works - Water Resources, responses and any additional terms deemed necessary by the City of Wilson will be posted in the form of an addendum to the City of Wilson website: