Town of Apex Request for Qualifications - Downtown Residential Stormwater Master Plan

The Town of Apex (Town) requests Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from qualified engineering firms or consultant teams licensed to provide professional engineering services in North Carolina to develop a comprehensive stormwater Master Plan for the downtown residential core. The selected firm will evaluate existing drainage infrastructure, assess localized flooding vulnerabilities, and identify potential projects to mitigate risks and enhance water quality.

The Town intends to select one Consultant for the overall project. Services may be authorized in phases, and the Town reserves the right to contract separately for portions of the work. Final scope, schedule, deliverables, and compensation will be established during contract negotiations.

The following shall be included in the scope of work.

Data Gathering & Asset Inventory

Review existing topography, GIS data, as-built drawings, and available Stormwater Condition Assessment findings and conduct field investigations to document the condition of the stormwater system in the downtown residential core. The study area is approximately 185 acres and is bounded by Elm Street to the west, Center Street to the north, Schieffelin Road to the east, and Highway 55 / James Street to the south as depicted below.

Hydrologic and Hydraulic (H&H) Modeling

Develop computer models to simulate stormwater runoff, assess system capacity, and identify undersized infrastructure and flood-prone areas both in current and anticipated future conditions. The model should be capable of simulating storm events, identifying system bottlenecks, and testing proposed CIP alternatives.

Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)

Propose solutions, including but not limited to, infrastructure upgrades or upsizing, the potential for regional Stormwater Control Measures (SCMs), and emphasizing the installation of green stormwater infrastructure (GSI) throughout the study area. As part of the CIP process, costs should be estimated and projects prioritized based on risk reduction, cost-benefit analysis, and project feasibility.

Public Engagement & Stakeholder Coordination

Facilitate public workshops, gather input as needed from Town staff and downtown residents within the study area, and present findings to the Apex Town Council.

Grant Funding Strategy

Identify relevant state and federal resilience or mitigation grants (e.g. FEMA, state DEQ revolving funds) to fund the CIP identified in the Master Plan. Apex anticipates integrating grant-readiness directly into the planning process ensuring that proposed projects are well-positioned to be competitive.

Respondents shall submit a single SOQ in PDF format **by email** to Jessica Bolin at the address above by the deadline stated in Section 2.1. No hard copy submission is required. Identify the firm and project title in the PDF filename. Late SOQs will not be considered.

The package shall not exceed 25 pages. All pages shall be 8.5 by 11 inches. Applicants must provide their submittal electronically in PDF format.

SOQs will be evaluated by a selection committee of Town staff using the following criteria:

| Criterion | Weight |
| --- | --- |
| Project Approach and Understanding | 40% |
| Team Qualifications and Experience | 30% |
| Firm Experience and Reputation | 30% |
| Total | 100% |

The committee may interview shortlisted respondents before establishing the final ranking or make other contacts for clarification of issues that may arise during proposal review. The Town will select a Consultant on the basis of demonstrated competence and qualifications in accordance with N.C.G.S. 143-64.31. Do not include a proposed professional services fee or hourly rate schedule in the SOQ.