TOWN OF LOCKHART
REQUESTS FOR ENGINEERING QUALIFICATIONS
The Town of Lockhart is accepting Requests for Qualifications from qualified engineering firms to provide professional engineering services for a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) project.
The scope and services desired shall include, but not necessarily be limited to the following:
CDBG Application Phase:
1. Preliminary Engineering including Cost Estimates, Preliminary Engineering Report, and Maps for CDBG application;
CDBG Post-Application Phase, if applicable:
1. Design and Specifications including bid alternates;
2. Preparation of Bid Documents, Bid Advertisements, Bid Openings;
3. Obtain all necessary permits for project implementation;
4. Conduct Pre-Bid and Preconstruction Meetings; and
5. Engineering observation during construction work to completion to possibly include preparing change orders and/or amendment paperwork and final inspection, if applicable.
The engineering firm will be selected on a 50 point rating system. Selection criteria will be based, but not necessarily limited to the following:
1. Recent specialized experience in CDBG-funded projects;
2. Reputation for personal and professional integrity and competence;
3. Professional background and caliber of personnel;
4. Capability to meet schedules and deadlines; and
5. Familiarity with the Town’s existing needs.
Proposals are being requested in accordance with Common Rule. Each proposal will be rated according to the aforementioned selection criteria.
Proposals will be received at the Lockhart Town Hall located at 1548 Chippeway Street or P.O. Box 216, Lockhart, AL 36455 on or before 2:00 p.m., June 11, 2025. All professional engineering firms who consider themselves qualified are invited to submit a proposal. The Town of Lockhart reserves the right to reject any and all proposals and to waive any informalities or irregularities in the proposal process.

Eugene Birge, Mayor
Town of Lockhart