Engineering Consulting Services for W4 Licensed Water Distribution

The City of East Orange is actively seeking Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) and performance data from qualified firms to provide comprehensive general engineering consulting services. This Request for Qualifications (RFQ) specifically targets services related to W4 Licensed Water Distribution systems, requiring primary expertise in civil engineering, environmental consulting, and a broad spectrum of engineering capabilities. The selected firm will be instrumental in supporting the municipality's critical water infrastructure, ensuring compliance and operational excellence in water distribution networks. Firms interested in this opportunity must demonstrate a wide array of service offerings, with a particular emphasis on civil engineering and environmental services. A significant preference will be given to firms that employ at least one Certified Municipal Engineer (CME), underscoring the municipality's commitment to engaging highly qualified professionals. All professional service contractors are mandated to comply with specific New Jersey statutes, including N.J.S.A. 10:5-33 et seq. (Affirmative Action), N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27 et seq. (Contract Compliance and Equal Employment Opportunities in Public Contract), and N.J.S.A. 52:25-24.2 (Disclosure of Ownership). No mandatory pre-bid meetings or site visits are indicated for this RFQ. Statements of Qualifications must be submitted electronically via the designated Procurement Portal (https://procurement.opengov.com/governments/10682973/projects/139137). The absolute deadline for electronic receipt of RFQ submissions is Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. prevailing local time. Proposals are binding for sixty (60) days after the submission deadline. For any inquiries regarding the submission process or project details, prospective respondents should contact Racquel C Ferguson, the Purchasing Agent for the City of East Orange, at (973)266-5162. UNLOCK No bid security or performance bonds are specified in the provided text.