Description
The City of Demorest, GA is seeking qualified engineering firms to provide a full suite of services for federally funded community and economic development projects over a three‑year period. Services include initial consultation, grant administration, preliminary engineering reports, detailed design, construction administration, inspection, and project close‑out for water, wastewater, and storm‑water infrastructure. Firms must submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) by September 24, 2026 and will be evaluated on experience, personnel, past performance, and ability to manage federal grant requirements. Successful firms will receive a standing agreement and must update their SOQ annually.
• Scope: Preliminary reports, design, construction administration, inspection, close‑out for water/wastewater and storm‑water systems.
• Funding sources: Appalachian Regional Commission, CDBG (ITD, Disaster Recovery, etc.), EDA, GEFA, USDA, EPA, and other federal programs.
• Contract length: Up to 3 years with potential additional task orders.
• Evaluation criteria: Firm history, community familiarity, key personnel, proposed approach, federal grant experience, workload, insurance, litigation history, interview.
• Submission: Digital SOQ plus three hard copies to City Manager; deadline 4 PM Sep 24, 2026.