About this opportunity
AI summaryThe City of Memphis Engineering Division seeks qualifications for FY 2027 Drainage Masterplan Studies to evaluate basins and recommend capital improvements for flooding remediation. The selected consultant must survey stormwater infrastructure 24 inches and greater, install and collect data from rain and stream gauges, perform hydrologic and hydraulic modeling using PCSWMM, host public outreach meetings, and submit final models alongside two written report volumes. Only USA onshore organizations may apply. Vendors must submit all questions by November 18, 2026, and submit organized proposals with labeled tabs by 12:00 PM CST on December 9, 2026. The contract features an initial three-year term with options to renew for up to two additional one-year terms.
Buyer and opportunity details
- Client
- City of Memphis Engineering Division
Scope of work
- Familiarization with The Protocol document
- Surveying, modeling, masterplan development, and cost estimating
- Stormwater hydrologic and hydraulic modeling using PCSWMM
- Two written reports compiling findings from basin study models (Volume 1 Executive Summary and Volume 2 Detailed Report)
- Final hydrologic and hydraulic models delivery
- Feasible, cost-effective capital improvement recommendations to remediate flooding
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Relevant Experience of Firm(s) with projects of similar scope and size | Not specified |
| Relevant Experience of Submitted Staff (including key personnel) | Not specified |
| Experience with City of Memphis Projects, preferably drainage or stormwater | Not specified |
Minimum qualifications
- Demonstrated experience and proficiency using Personal Computer Storm Water Management Model (PCSWMM)
- Applicable professional licensing, such as Professional Engineering or Registered Land Surveyor license
- Memphis and Shelby County Business Tax Receipt/License or Certificate of Exemption from Tennessee Department of Revenue upon award
Documents to include with your response
- Section 1 - Cover Letter / Executive Summary
- Exhibit 1 - Non-Collusion Affidavit (Notary Seal Required)
- Exhibit 2 - Criminal and Civil Proceedings Disclosure
- Section 4 - Table of Contents
- Exhibit 10 - Firm Profile
- Exhibit 11 - Organizational Chart and Resumes
- Section 7 - Summary of Relevant Experience
- Section 8 - Project Approach
- Section 9 - References
- Section 10 - List of Currently Active City of Memphis Projects
Key dates
- Date Issued
- October 30th, 2026
- Proposer Questions Deadline
- November 18, 2026
- City Response to Questions Deadline
- December 2, 2026
- Statement of Qualifications Due
- ON OR BEFORE DECEMBER 9TH 2026 NO LATER THAN 12:00 PM CST
- Completion of Evaluation of Responses and Short List Announced
- December 22, 2026, Tentative
How to submit
- Method
- Sealed packet
- Instructions
- Submit four copies total: one marked original and three copies, plus softcopies on USB, delivered to 125 N. Main Street.
Contract details
- Term
- Initial term of three (3) years, with the option to renew for up to two (2) additional one-year terms.
- Place of performance
- Memphis, Tennessee
- Insurance and bonding
- Workers Compensation coverage per Tennessee statutory limits; general liability, automobile liability, and professional liability as outlined in Exhibit 4, naming the City of Memphis as additional insured with Best Rating of A- or better.