RFQ Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Improvements Design

Agency:	State Government of North Carolina
State:	North Carolina
Type of Government:	State & Local
NAICS Category:	236220 - Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
Posted Date:	Mar 23, 2026
Due Date:	Apr 14, 2026
Solicitation No:	274-TR-2026-04
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Solicitation Number:	274-TR-2026-04
Project Title:	RFQ Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Improvements Design
Description:	RFQ Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Improvements Design: Engineering Services (Design) and preparation of contract documents in advance of construction for the Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Improvements Project. The scope includes the following services: Task 1: Communications & Public Engagement Task 2: Onsite Survey & SUE Level B Private Utility Investigation and Coordination Task 3: Real Estate Acquisition Support Task 4: Permits Task 5: Construction Drawings Task 6: Specifications & Project Special Provisions (PSP) Task 7: Construction Cost Estimate and Bid Schedule Task 8: Limited Construction Administration Services The Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Improvements Project will construct safety improvements on Martin Luther King Jr Blvd (SR 4363) from Blount St to Poole Rd. This project is federally funded. The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) is the pass-through entity which acquired the funding. NCDOT has also contributed funding. The City is responsible for the delivery of the design and construction for this project.
Opening Date:	4/14/2026 4:00 PM
Posted Date:	3/23/2026
Status:	Open
Department:	CITY OF RALEIGH


Solicitation Number * 274-TR-2026-04	Department CITY OF RALEIGH	Status Reason Open
Opening Date 2026-04-14T16:00:00.0000000	Posted Date * 2026-03-23T13:47:29.0000000Z	Primary Commodity Code Design Services
Mandatory Conference/Site Visit 2026-04-01T04:00:00.0000000Z	Special Instructions Bid Agent: shane.mccarthy@raleighnc.gov	Solicitation Type * Select RFP IFB RFI
Owner Patrick Barbour
Description RFQ Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Improvements Design: Engineering Services (Design) and preparation of contract documents in advance of construction for the Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Improvements Project. The scope includes the following services: Task 1: Communications & Public Engagement Task 2: Onsite Survey & SUE Level B Private Utility Investigation and Coordination Task 3: Real Estate Acquisition Support Task 4: Permits Task 5: Construction Drawings Task 6: Specifications & Project Special Provisions (PSP) Task 7: Construction Cost Estimate and Bid Schedule Task 8: Limited Construction Administration Services The Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Improvements Project will construct safety improvements on Martin Luther King Jr Blvd (SR 4363) from Blount St to Poole Rd. This project is federally funded. The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) is the pass-through entity which acquired the funding. NCDOT has also contributed funding. The City is responsible for the delivery of the design and construction for this project.

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Request for Qualifications # 274-TR-2026-04

Title: Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Improvements Design

Issue Date: Tuesday, March 24, 2026

Due Date: Tuesday, April 14, 2026

not later than 4:00PM EST

*LATE PROPOSALS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED*

Issuing Department: Transportation Department

Direct all inquiries concerning this RFQ to:

Shane McCarthy, PE

Traffic Safety Engineer

Email: shane.mccarthy@raleighnc.gov

Table of Contents

1. Introduction.............................................................................................. 3

1.1. Purpose........................................................................................... 3

1.2. Background ..................................................................................... 4

1.3. RFQ Timeline .................................................................................. 5

1.4. Pre-Submittal Conference............................................................... 6

1.5. Questions........................................................................................ 6

1.6. Submittal Requirements and Contact Information........................... 6

1.7. Business Engagement and Opportunities ....................................... 7

1.8. Rights to Submitted Material ........................................................... 7

1.9. Communications ............................................................................. 7

1.10. Lobbying ......................................................................................... 8

1.11. Conflicts of Interest ......................................................................... 8

1.12. Proposer Expenses......................................................................... 9

1.13. Proposer Acceptance...................................................................... 9

2. Qualifications Package............................................................................ 9

2.1. Request for Qualifications Required Document Format .................. 9

2.2. North Carolina Department of Transportation Provisions and Requirements

...................................................................................................... 12

2.3. Hourly Rates ................................................................................. 14

2.4. Qualifications Package Documents............................................... 14

3. Proposal Evaluation .............................................................................. 14

3.1. Evaluation Criteria......................................................................... 14

3.2. Final Selection............................................................................... 15

3.3. Notice to Proposers Regarding RFQ Terms & Conditions ............ 15

3.4. Contract Term…………………………………………………………..15

3.5. Federal Funding Requirements..................................................... 15

4. Scope of Services.................................................................................. 15

Appendix I – Hourly Rate Schedule ................................................................ 20

Appendix II – Proposer Questionnaire ........................................................... 21

Appendix III – Reference Questionnaire (Instructions) ................................. 22

Appendix III – Reference Questionnaire Form ............................................... 23

Appendix IV – Sample Contract ...................................................................... 25

Appendix V – Federal Provisions and Requirements.................................... 36

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 Purpose

The City of Raleigh is seeking a qualified firm with which to contract for the following services:

Engineering Services (Design) and preparation of contract documents in advance of

construction for the Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Improvements Project. The scope includes the

following services:

Task 1: Communications & Public Engagement

Task 2: Onsite Survey & SUE Level B Private Utility Investigation and Coordination

Task 3: Real Estate Acquisition Support

Task 4: Permits

Task 5: Construction Drawings

Task 6: Specifications & Project Special Provisions (PSP)

Task 7: Construction Cost Estimate and Bid Schedule

Task 8: Limited Construction Administration Services

The Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Improvements Project will construct safety improvements on

Martin Luther King Jr Blvd (SR 4363) from Blount St to Poole Rd. This project is federally

funded. The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) is the pass-through entity

which acquired the funding. NCDOT has also contributed funding. The City is responsible for

the delivery of the design and construction for this project.

The work consists of, but is not limited to, improvements to traffic signals, new traffic signals,

crosswalks, and improvements to sidewalks and curb ramps. The project consists of four

sections, defined by the STIP numbers assigned by the North Carolina Department of

Transportation. During design and construction, work must be billed and tracked

separately for each of the following segments. This is required for compliance with

federal requirements.

 HS-2405T: Blount St to East St

 HS-2405S: Garner Rd to Haywood St

 HS-2405V: Gregg St to Rock Quarry Rd

 HS-2405W: Raleigh Blvd to Poole Rd

A detailed scope of services is provided in Section 4 of this document.

Due to file size constraints, supporting documents could not be included in this RFQ

These documents are available upon request from the project manager. Please email

Shane McCarthy, PE at shane.mccarthy@raleighnc.gov to receive copies of the

following:

 New traffic signal plans for 11 intersections in the project limits

 The signed & executed municipal agreements between the City and NCDOT

 Plans for City project E051-092-25-01223, which will separately be constructing

improvements withing the project limits.

All information related to this solicitation, including any addenda, will be posted to the North

Carolina electronic Vendor Portal (eVP) at https://evp.nc.gov/.

All questions related to this solicitation must be submitted in writing (via email) to the following

individual – questions submitted via telephone will not be answered:

Contact Name

Shane McCarthy, PE

Email Address

shane.mccarthy@raleighnc.gov

1.2 Background

The City of Raleigh, the Capital City of North Carolina, remains one of the fastest growing areas

in the country. A great economy, top educational institutions, and exceptional health care

facilities are some of the characteristics that attract people to the triangle area. The mild

climate, diverse work force and proximity to Research Triangle Park combine to make Raleigh

a great place to live.

Raleigh is a 21st Century City of Innovation focusing on environmental, cultural, and economic

sustainability. The City conserves and protects our environmental resources through best

practice and cutting-edge conservation and stewardship, land use, infrastructure and building

technologies. The City welcomes growth and diversity through policies and programs that will

protect and enhance Raleigh’s existing neighborhoods, natural amenities, history, and cultural

and human resources for future generations. The City leads to improve quality of life for

neighborhoods and standard of living for all citizens. The City works with universities, colleges,

citizens, and local partners to promote new technology, create new job opportunities, and

encourage local businesses and entrepreneurs. The City enlists and prepares 21st Century

staff with the skill sets to carry out the duties of the City through transparent civic engagement

and by providing the very best customer service to our citizens.

Martin Luther King Jr Blvd includes several intersections with documented pedestrian crash

histories and vehicular crash patterns. This includes serious injury and fatal crashes. As a

community, it’s our goal to eliminate traffic deaths and serious injuries for all who share

Raleigh streets by 2040. We plan to accomplish this through projects like this one, which

improves roadway safety while increasing safe, healthy, and equitable mobility for all.

This project also supports the City’s goal of advancing equity by investing in a transportation-

disadvantaged community, where households are less likely to have access to safe and

reliable transportation. The project will improve accessibility for wheelchair users and

pedestrians with low vision through accessible curb ramps and accessible pedestrian signals.

It will provide new crosswalks which benefit all pedestrians. Driving through the area will also

be safer after upgrading traffic signals with improved left turn signals, near-side signal heads

and retroreflective back plates to address red light running.

1.3 RFQ Timeline

Provided below is a list of the anticipated schedule of events related to this solicitation. The

City of Raleigh reserves the right to modify and/or adjust the following schedule to meet the

needs of the project. All times shown are Eastern Time (ET):

RFQ Process

Date and time

RFQ Date

Tuesday, March 24

Pre-Submittal Conference

(if required)

10:00 AM on Wednesday, April 1, at

Conference Room 303, 222 W Hargett St,

Raleigh, NC 27601

Deadline for written questions

City Response to Questions

(anticipated)

Submittal Due Date and Time

Evaluation Meeting

(anticipated)

Interviews

(if required)

Selection Announcement

(tentative)

4:00 PM on Thursday, April 9

Tuesday, April 7

4:00 PM on Tuesday, April 14 at Suite 400

(Fourth Floor), 222 W Hargett St, Raleigh,

NC 27601

Thursday, April 30

Thursday, May 7

Thursday, May 14

This page summarizes the opportunity, including an overview and a preview of the attached documents.

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