Sewer Lift Station Replacement

The City of Hickory, NC is seeking qualified professional engineering firms to provide comprehensive engineering services for the replacement of an aging sewer lift (pump) station. The solicitation uses a qualifications‑based selection process; fee information is not required at this stage. The anticipated scope includes field investigations, design of gravity sewers, force mains, pump stations, related appurtenances, feasibility studies, permitting coordination, bid assistance, construction administration, and project close‑out. Firms must submit a sealed Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) by September 17, 2026 and may be selected for negotiation thereafter. • Bid Type: Request for Qualifications (RFQ) – 27‑008 • Project: Sewer Lift Station Replacement (municipal wastewater infrastructure) • Key services: investigations, design, permitting, procurement support, construction administration • Submission deadline: 9/17/2026 (hard‑copy & PDF) • Evaluation criteria: experience, personnel, schedule, approach, past performance, regulatory coordination (total 100 points) • Award anticipated: 10/1/2026; contract length to be negotiated (design & construction phases) • Contact: William Hamblin, Public Utilities Director (email/phone above)