How to bid on Old River Road Widening - Phase I for Chatham County

What Chatham County is buying

Chatham County, in coordination with Effingham County, is looking for qualified consulting firms to provide engineering design services. This work is for the Old River Road Widening Project. The project costs will be split equally between Chatham and Effingham counties.

This is a Request for Proposals using a Quality Based Selection (QBS) process. This means the selection will be based on the quality of services offered, not just price.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation was published on July 10, 2026. Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) are due by August 14, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET. Make sure to submit your response before this deadline.

An optional pre-bid meeting will be held online via Webex on July 29, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. ET. Attending this meeting can provide useful information, but it is not required.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for consulting firms with expertise in engineering design services, particularly those experienced in road widening projects. Firms should be prepared to work with two counties and understand a Quality Based Selection process. This is a construction category opportunity.

How to respond

To access the full solicitation documents and instructions, you need to go to the Georgia Procurement Registry (GPR). The event number is PE-77548-NONST-2027-000000397. Viewing the posting and its document list is public and does not require an account.

Some Georgia events route documents and responses to an external “Event Link” (Team Georgia Marketplace). Otherwise, you will submit your response as directed on the posting before the deadline.

Tips for a competitive response

Since this is a Quality Based Selection (QBS), focus on clearly demonstrating your firm's qualifications, experience, and technical approach. Highlight past projects that are similar in scope and complexity to the Old River Road Widening Project. Emphasize your team's expertise and any unique capabilities.

Pay close attention to all instructions and requirements outlined in the Request for Proposals. Ensure your Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is well-organized, concise, and directly addresses all evaluation criteria. Proofread carefully to avoid errors, as a professional presentation reflects positively on your firm's attention to detail.