REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS 2026-011
On-Call General Engineering Services
KITSAP COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS
CAPITAL FACILITIES DIVISION
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS
2026 – 011
On-Call General Engineering Services
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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS 2026-011
On-Call General Engineering Services
Table of Contents
Section 1. Background .................................................................................................................................... 3
1.1 Introduction...................................................................................................................................... 3
Section 2. Project Overview ............................................................................................................................ 3
2.1 Agency Needs ................................................................................................................................. 3
2.2 Estimate and Schedule .................................................................................................................... 3
Section 3. Engineering Services ..................................................................................................................... 3
3.1 Introduction...................................................................................................................................... 3
3.2 Scope of Work ................................................................................................................................. 3
Section 4. Procurement Process ..................................................................................................................... 9
4.1 Communications .............................................................................................................................. 9
4.1.1 Project Questions .......................................................................................................................... 9
4.2 Procurement Schedule .................................................................................................................... 9
4.3 In Person Interviews ........................................................................................................................ 9
Section 5. SOQ Submission Requirements ................................................................................................... 10
5.1 Submittal Place and Deadline ........................................................................................................ 10
5.2 Submission Format........................................................................................................................ 10
5.3 Submission Content....................................................................................................................... 10
Section 6. SOQ Evaluation and Firm Selection ............................................................................................. 13
6.1 General ......................................................................................................................................... 13
6.2 SOQ Evaluation Criteria (Step 1) ................................................................................................... 13
6.3 Interviews of Shortlist (Step 2) ....................................................................................................... 14
6.4 Respondent Selection.................................................................................................................... 15
RFQ Attachment A........................................................................................................................................ 16
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Section 1. Background
1.1 Introduction
The Kitsap County Capital Facility Division (the County) is requesting Statements of Qualifications
(SOQs) from qualified firms for consulting services outlined in Section 3 (Engineering Services).
Section 4 (Procurement Process) provides the intended timeline from RFQ Submission to Intent to
award Contract. This Request for Qualifications (RFQ) invites SOQs to be submitted by
Respondents according to the requirements set forth in this RFQ including the format and content
guidelines in Section 5 (SOQ Submission Requirements) and Section 6 (SOQ Evaluation and Firm
Selection).
The term “Respondent” is defined to be the entire team responding to this RFQ, regardless of the
organization of the team. For example, where a profile is requested of the Respondent this is intended
to be both the lead responder and any proposed partners or subconsultants needed to meet
requirements that the lead responder can’t fulfil internally.
Section 2. Project Overview
2.1 Agency Needs
The Owner desires to have a firm(s) available for On-Call General Engineering Services on various
projects including but not limited to existing facilities, structures, roads, bridges, and stormwater
systems. No specific projects have been identified at this time.
2.2 Estimate and Schedule
Anticipated maximum total value of resultant contract(s): $250,000. At the sole option of the Owner
the contract amount(s) may be increased to meet ongoing needs of Kitsap County.
The contract(s) are expected to be executed in 2026 with a term of three (3) years. At the sole
option of the Owner the contract may be extended for up to two (2) years at one (1) year intervals.
Section 3. Engineering Services
3.1 Introduction
The purpose of this contract is to provide on-call professional services required to support the
County maintenance, upgrades, emergency response, and planning across its facilities and
projects.
The Consultant shall provide services on a work order basis, with disciplines including Structural,
Stormwater, Transportation, Mechanical, and Electrical engineering as needed. The Consultant
should be capable of adding disciplines expeditiously as necessary to meet the needs of specific
work orders. There is no guarantee that all services in this Scope of Work will be used.
3.2 Scope of Work
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TASK 100 – PROJECT MANAGEMENT
The Consultant shall manage assigned task orders and coordinate engineering services as follows:
1. Coordinate Consultant work with efforts performed by County staff and other consultants or
contractors.
2. Prepare a project management plan, including:
a. Detailed project schedule;
b. Identification of the project team and organization structure;
c. Scope of services;
d. Communication plan;
e. Quality management plan;
f. Risk analysis plan.
3. Administer work and prepare monthly status reports for each active work order. Monthly reports
briefly describe:
a. The previous month's activities and the planned activities for the next month;
b. Issues and/or concerns that may affect the project scope, schedule, and/or budget;
c. Compare work accomplished to what was planned;
d. Compare actual task expenditures to approved task budgets and shall include
documentation supporting amounts invoiced.
4. Ensure the availability of staff for adherence to the project schedule and quick response to issues.
5. Regular monitoring of in-house and sub-consultant work for adherence to scope, schedule, budget,
and quality.
6. Maintenance of project files which include, but are not limited to, condition assessment data,
photos, assumptions, meeting notes, working drawings, phone logs, emails, and memos.
7. Conducting a project kickoff meeting that shall include appropriate County staff and members of
the Consultant’s team for the County to advise of preferred schedule of upcoming work orders;
finalize the assets to be assessed; review Database criteria; and identify other methodology
development, site, or regulatory constraints that may be present and will affect schedule. The
Consultant shall be responsible for preparing a meeting agenda and a meeting summary.
8. In addition to the meetings identified in the tasks below, conduct regular progress meetings with
County staff and appropriate members of the Consultant's team to discuss progress and quality of
the condition assessments, and resolve project issues. Consultant shall prepare meeting agendas
and summaries.
9. Ensuring all documents utilize standard software already available to the County or easily
obtainable. Unless otherwise noted, reports shall utilize Microsoft Word and Adobe PDF.
Potential Deliverables:
• Project Management Plan, including:
o Project Schedule
o Project Team and Organization Structure
o Scope of Services
o Communication Plan
o Quality Management Plan
o Risk Analysis Plan
• Monthly Status Reports, including:
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o Budget Report
o Updated Schedule
o Project Issues
• Project Files Management Log
• Meeting Agendas and Summaries
TASK 200 – STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING SERVICES
Consultant shall provide structural engineering support for County facilities and infrastructure.
1. Perform structural assessments for buildings, structures, culverts, retaining walls, and bridges.
2. Provide design services for new structures, retrofits, and seismic upgrades.
3. Conduct field inspections for condition assessments and construction verification.
4. Develop stamped structural drawings and calculations.
5. Assist with permitting and utility coordination.
6. Review contractor submittals, shop drawings, and RFIs.
7. Ensure compliance with International Building Code (IBC), American Concrete Institute ACI,
American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC), and County standards.
Potential Deliverables:
• Structural Assessment Reports
• Stamped Structural Design Drawings
• Seismic Retrofit Recommendations
• Design Calculations
• Field Inspection Reports
TASK 300 – STORMWATER ENGINEERING SERVICES
Provide design, analysis, and planning for stormwater management systems.
1. Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analysis and modeling (e.g., WWHM, SWMM).
2. Design new or upgraded drainage systems, detention/retention facilities, and culverts.
3. Prepare Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs).
4. Coordinate stormwater permitting with local and state agencies.
5. Assist with stormwater capital planning and retrofit feasibility studies.
Potential Deliverables:
• Stormwater Design Reports and Models
• Drainage and Grading Plans
• SWPPP Documentation
• Permit Application Packages
• Retrofit Feasibility Reports
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This page summarizes the opportunity, including an overview and a preview of the attached documents.