Site work and paving for a civil project in Havelock, North Carolina. Conceptual plans call for site work for a road / highway; for paving for a road / highway; and water / sewer project.

Pursuant to North Carolina General Statute 143-64.31, the City of Havelock, North Carolina is releasing this Request for Qualifications (RFQ) seeking responses from qualified consultants with proven experience and expertise, to provide professional engineering, environmental, and related services for the Miller Blvd and Lake Road Water Expansion Project as described in this document. Submitted proposals are to be in accordance with the attached specifications and may be submitted by mail, email, or hand delivered. This project is being funded by a grant from the Division of Water Infrastructure S.L. 2023-134 Appropriations Act Directed Project and American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). The grant agreement is being administered through the Division of Water Infrastructure. This project must comply with all federal terms outlined in the grant agreement and all applicable state and local policies. PROJECT DESCRIPTION The City of Havelock intends to contract with a professional engineering firm(s) to provide services for the development of a comprehensive plan for a water extension to service properties along Miller Blvd and Lake Road, with the extension of services down Lake Road, beyond the Havelock Bypass for the purposes of growth and economic development. The length of service extension down Lake Road is anticipated to be around 3,000 feet. An evaluation of the existing water lines in the area will be required to assess what upgrades might be required to provide extension of services. Proposed development may include up to 1,200 residential units with accompanying retail, commercial and light industrial use. The City of Havelock is seeking the most beneficial and economical alignment, upgrades to existing pumps, and lines, as may be required. Firms responding to this RFQ shall provide documentation of their experience, expertise, and knowledge in conducting water system design and their ability to obtain required easements to serve the area. The resulting contract will be developed as a collaborative effort between the City and the selected Professional Engineering firm(s). All questions regarding this project should be directed to bids@havelocknc.us. In an effort to keep the selection process objective, do not contact any City of Havelock Staff or elected official. Questions must be received by 2:00 PM EST, Friday, October 25, 2024. If questions are received, the City will respond no later than 12:00 PM EST, Wednesday, October 30, 2024.