Chesapeake Public Schools (Virginia) is soliciting qualified, licensed engineering firms to provide on‑demand Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) engineering services for its K‑12 facilities. The district serves ~40,000 students across 56 schools and seeks vendors that can respond to project needs as they arise, offering design, consulting, and construction‑administration support. Responses must be submitted electronically via the OpenGov e‑bidding portal by 4:00 pm on December 1, 2026. The RFP requires detailed technical proposals, company background, qualifications, key personnel resumes, client references, insurance and financial documentation, and compliance certifications (e.g., background, immigration, trade‑secret protection). The contract will be awarded to one or more firms that demonstrate the ability to meet the district’s engineering needs and maintain compliance with Virginia procurement regulations.
• Scope – MEP engineering design, review, and construction‑administration for new construction, renovations, and repairs.
• Delivery – “As‑needed” services; no fixed project count, but ongoing support for the district’s facilities portfolio.
• Eligibility – Firms must be licensed in Virginia, have a business location within ~100 mi of the district office, and be insured and financially stable.
• Submission – Electronic only; mandatory redacted copy for trade‑secret protection; required Q&A by November 24, 2026.
• Evaluation – Based on technical capability, experience with school facilities, staff qualifications, and compliance certifications.