RFQ FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FOR HUNT AVENUE RECONSTRUCTION

The City of Sumner solicits interest from consulting firms with expertise in providing professional services in the area of civil engineering and municipal public works projects in utility design and roadway design. Services include preparation of engineering design plans, specifications, cost estimates, and construction bid documents for the roadway reconstruction and replacement of water, sewer, and storm utilities on Hunt Avenue from West Main to the north side of State Street, as shown on the City of Sumner Transportation Improvement Plan. Current funding sources are local funds. Services are expected to last 10 months, with the option for the City of Sumner to extend further for additional time and money if necessary. The City of Sumner reserves the right to retain the services of responsive and qualified firms for subsequent phases associated with this project, including but not limited to Construction Management services. The City of Sumner reserves the right to amend the terms of this Request for Qualifications (RFQ), circulate addenda, or withdraw the RFQ at any time, regardless of how much time and effort consultants have spent on their responses. Aspects of this project may be subject to Washington State Prevailing Wage rules, filings, and requirements. The City will meet with the selected firm shortly after notification of selection to develop the scope and fee. The contract is expected to be awarded in January/February 2026, with design to be completed in 2026. Submittals will be evaluated and ranked based on the following criteria: After the proposal deadline, the Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) will be reviewed by an Evaluation Committee composed of City staff, officials, and selected participants. The Committee will rate proposals based on the criteria above. Initial SOQ reviews are expected to be completed byDecember 8th. The City may select directly from the SOQs or interview the top-ranked firms. If interviews are conducted, they will take place onDecember 15th or 16th. If a contract cannot be negotiated with the top-ranked firm, the City will contact the next ranked firm, repeating the process until an agreement is reached. The SOQ should include: The SOQ should be no more than eight (8) pages. The cover letter, resumes, front/back covers, and section dividers are not included in the page limit. Submit an electronic version of your Statement of Qualifications in a single PDF document by email tobids@sumnerwa.govno later than10:00 AM on Tuesday, November 25, 2025. Hard copy submittals are not required. Proposals received after the deadline may be rejected. Postmarks will not be accepted. All questions should be directed to City EngineerAlisa O’Haver-Ayalaat (253) 299-5703 orbids@sumnerwa.gov. The City of Sumner, in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), commits to nondiscrimination on the basis of disability in all of its programs and activities. This material can be made available in an alternate format by emailingbids@sumnerwa.govor calling (253) 299-5703. The City of Sumner, in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4) and related regulations, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full and fair opportunity to submit