Continuing Contract for Environmental Engineering Consulting Services (CCNA)

The City of Lakeland is requesting qualification submittals from firms to provide environmental consulting services in accordance with the State of Florida Consultant's Competitive Negotiation Act (CCNA) F.S. 287.005. The City operates power plants fueled by oil and natural gas, operates a water treatment facility, and installs and maintains electric and water lines serving an area of approximately 250 square miles. Selected firms must be able to provide comprehensive engineering services including design, studies, reports, analysis, specification preparation, bid evaluation, construction management services, and staff extension services.

The scope of work encompasses environmental engineering consulting support for the City's utility operations. Firms must demonstrate capability in providing engineering services related to power generation facilities, water treatment operations, and utility infrastructure serving a substantial service area. The engagement is structured as a continuing contract under Florida's CCNA process, allowing for qualification-based selection of consulting firms.

Key dates include a Q&A deadline of September 13, 2024, at 21:00 UTC and a proposal submission deadline of September 20, 2024, at 19:30 UTC. The solicitation was posted on August 20, 2024. Interested firms must submit qualifications demonstrating their ability to support environmental consulting needs for power generation, water treatment, and electric and water utility line installation and maintenance operations.

Submissions must address insurance and safety requirements as specified in the RFQ documents. Selection will be based on evaluation criteria outlined in the attached score sheet, with consideration given to firm qualifications, experience, safety performance, and ability to provide the required engineering services.