The City of Collins, GA is seeking qualified engineering firms to provide preliminary design and, if funded, full engineering services for a FY27 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) project that will upgrade the city’s sewerage system, streets, and drainage infrastructure. Firms must be licensed in Georgia, have demonstrated CDBG/EIP/RDF experience, and submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) along with a proposal that includes fees, insurance, and references. The draft Preliminary Engineering Report (PER) is due January 16 2027, and full proposals must be received by December 1 2026. The contract will be subject to federal, state, and HUD‑related regulations.
• Scope: Preliminary engineering design, then full design and construction‑management services for sewer, street, and drainage improvements.
• Required deliverables: SOQ, firm history, CDBG experience, key personnel qualifications, workload assessment, fee structure, insurance, and references.
• Eligibility: Georgia‑licensed engineering firms with prior CDBG experience.
• Timeline: Bid opening Dec 1 2026; draft PER Jan 16 2027; project execution contingent on FY27 CDBG funding.
• Evaluation criteria: Technical qualifications, relevant experience, personnel, cost proposal, and compliance with federal/state regulations.