How to bid on the MGSU Cochran Campus Domestic Water System Replacement for the Board of Regents

What the agency is buying

Middle Georgia State University (MGSU), part of the University System of Georgia Board of Regents, is seeking design professional services. This project, J-469-DP, involves replacing the domestic water system at the Cochran Campus in Cochran, Georgia. This is an opportunity for firms specializing in design and engineering related to water infrastructure.

Key dates and deadlines

This Request for Qualifications (RFQ) was published on August 04, 2026. All responses must be submitted by the deadline of August 25, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. It is crucial to submit your response before this exact time, as late submissions are typically not accepted.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for design professional firms with expertise in water system infrastructure, particularly for large facilities or campuses. The project falls under the construction category, specifically for design services related to utility system replacement. Firms with experience in similar university or institutional projects would be well-suited.

How to respond

To access the solicitation, click the “View original source” link. This will take you directly to Event PE-47200-RFQ-2026-000000147 on the Georgia Procurement Registry (GPR). You can view the posting and its associated documents without needing an account.

The full documents on the GPR posting contain specific instructions on how to submit your response. Some Georgia events may direct you to an external “Event Link” (Team Georgia Marketplace) for document submission; otherwise, follow the submission directions provided directly on the GPR posting before the deadline.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully review all attached documents for project details and specific requirements. Pay close attention to the scope of work for the domestic water system replacement to ensure your firm's capabilities align perfectly.

Ensure your qualifications clearly demonstrate relevant experience with similar water infrastructure design projects, especially those involving campus or institutional settings. Highlight your team's expertise and any innovative approaches you might bring to this type of system replacement. Submit any questions about the RFQ or project in writing to Brian Harrell at [email protected] as early as possible to allow time for a response.