Cook County is requesting qualifications and proposals for selection of an Engineering Firm to provide pre- and post-award services for various community and economic development projects. Pre- and post-award services will include, but are not limited to, preparing preliminary engineering report, planning, design, cost estimating, bidding, contracting, construction oversight, quality control, and project closeout. As a basic service, all engineering contracts will also include obtaining and maintaining all Build America Buy America (BABA) documentation (particularly manufacturer s certifications) during construction, which shall be transferred to the grant recipient. The engineer will need to certify to this action at the end of the project. The County is in dire need of Public Infrastructure Improvements, including, but not limited to, water, sewer, street paving, and/or drainage, and is considering applying for federal and/or state funding for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Annual Competition, Employee Incentive Program (EIP), Redevelopment Fund (RDF), and/or Immediate Threat and Danger (ITAD) funds through the Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA). Selection of an Engineer for the project will be based on qualifications as they relate to community and economic development needs. All contracts are subject to Federal and State contract provisions prescribed by the Georgia DCA. Selection could allow your firm to provide pre- and post-award Engineering Services for future community and economic development projects for a limited time period based on the funding of the grant. Cook County is committed to Affirmatively Further Fair Housing. This project is covered under the requirements of Section 3 of the HUD Act of 1968. This contract opportunity is a Section 3 Covered Contract. Section 3 Business Concerns are encouraged to apply. PLEASE SEE ATTACHED DOCUMENTS
Background
Cook County is seeking qualifications and proposals for the selection of an Engineering Firm to provide essential pre- and post-award services for various community and economic development projects. The County aims to address urgent public infrastructure improvements, including water, sewer, street paving, and drainage.
The projects may be funded through federal and state programs such as Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Employee Incentive Program (EIP), Redevelopment Fund (RDF), and Immediate Threat and Danger (ITAD) funds via the Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA). The selection process will prioritize firms based on their qualifications related to community needs, with a commitment to Affirmatively Further Fair Housing under Section 3 of the HUD Act of 1968.
Work Details
The selected Engineering Firm will provide a range of services including:
- Preparing preliminary engineering reports
- Planning and design
- Cost estimating
- Bidding and contracting
- Construction oversight
- Quality control
- Project closeout.
Additionally, all engineering contracts must include obtaining and maintaining Build America Buy America (BABA) documentation during construction, which must be certified at project completion. The firm will also need to provide necessary documentation for CDBG applications, including maps and cost estimates. Cost estimates should cover all aspects from start to final close-out, including preparation of plans, surveying, bid documents, assistance in bid opening, bid analysis, contractor performance management, inspections, change orders preparation, and submission of required reports to DCA.
Period of Performance
The contract will be performed over a limited time period based on the funding availability from grants. Specific timelines for deliverables such as the draft preliminary engineering report are expected within 30 days after selection as project engineer.
Place of Performance
The geographic location for the performance of this contract is Cook County, Georgia.
