REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL MUNICIPAL ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR (CALENDAR) YEAR 2027
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Dec 4, 2026
The Edgmont Township, Delaware County, Board of Supervisors is inviting applications from engineering firms interested in appointment to the position of Municipal Consulting Engineer for calendar year 2027. Applications should consist of four (4) copies of a cover letter and four (4) copies of any supporting materials detailing the applicant's qualifications and relevant experience. All proposals for municipal engineering services should be well organized, brief and must address the following specific criteria, at a minimum: 1. Provide a summary description of the firm (e.g., history, number and location of offices, number and general experience level of professional engineers, and their specialties, such as traffic, landscape, lighting,etc.) 2. Describe the firm's current or previous experience as Municipal Consulting Engineer, if any. 3. Describe the firm's capabilities, and provide specific examples of each, as applicable, in the following areas: a. municipal zoning, subdivision and land development, roadway design and pavement maintenance, storm water management, field survey services, construction and contract administration, sewer system operation and design, on-lot sewage system, drinking water system and water filtration, and other general environmental regulatory compliance. b. Grant writing, including basic design as well as detailed specification and design services for awarded grant implementation. c. Traffic engineering, lighting design, landscape design and other facets of typical municipal design and review services. 4. List municipal projects the firm has participated in during the past five years within a 25-mile radius of Delaware County and indicate the firm's role in each project (e.g., design, bidding, administration, construction administration, etc.) 5. Provide information on the firm's insurance coverage. 6. Describe any lawsuits filed against the firm during the past five (5) years. 7. List any actual or potential conflicts of interest which may impact your services to the Township. 8. Indicate the person(s) who would: a. be the main contact person; b. represent the firm at Township Supervisor Board meetings and Planning Commission meetings, as necessary; c. serve as the person accountable for the firm's work on behalf of the Township 9. Provide a schedule of hourly billing rates for all engineering services and miscellaneous fees for 2027 specifically identifying the rates for each individual identified in item 7 above. 10. Provide the names and telephone numbers of five (5) professional references. Mailing address: Four (4) copies of the proposal and any supporting documentation should be addressed to the Municipal Consulting Engineer Search and mailed to Township Manager, 1000 Gradyville Road, Newtown, Square, PA 19073 and must be received not later than 4:30 pm Friday, December 4, 2026 Proposals delivered after that date, will not be considered. Subject to the terms of this RFP, the Township anticipates appointment will occur at its January 2027 Organization Meeting, taking effect as of January 1st, 2027. For more information contact Kenneth D. Kynett, Esq., Township Manager, at (610) 459-1662 x203. SELECTION PROCESS Following a review of all submitted proposals, firms may be required to make a formal presentation to Township Officials before a final determination is made. The award of the contract will be to the Consultant that provides the best proposal based upon technical merit, experience, cost and other factors. Edgmont Township may engage in discussions with one or more of the Consultants during the selection process to clarify or amend various aspects contained in the submitted technical and cost proposals. The Township reserves the right to reject any and all proposals or portions thereof submitted, to cancel the solicitation requested under this notice, and/or to request new consultants in the preparation of the proposal. The firm appointed by the Board of Supervisors will not be permitted to represent any private entities in the Township, unless plans are currently in the process of being prepared. A list of projects or contracts in which the firm is currently involved within Edgmont Township, Delaware County shall be submitted with the proposal. If selected as the Municipal Consulting Engineer for Edgmont Township, the consultant shall furnish an appropriate certificate evidencing insurance coverage which must be maintained throughout the initial term of the appointment and any amendment or renewal thereto. The Certificate shall name Edgmont Township as an additional insured and certificate holder with at least 30 days' notice of, non-renewal, termination or cancellation. Remit four (4) copies of the cover letter and proposal to : Edgmont Township, Delaware County Attention: Municipal Consulting Engineer Search Edgmont Township Manager 1000 Gradyville Road Newtown Square, PA 19073 Proposals are due no later than 4:30pm on Friday, December 4, 2026.
