How to bid on NRRRF Headworks Improvements for the City of Raleigh

What the City of Raleigh is buying

The City of Raleigh is seeking design services for new process equipment. This work will be performed at the existing NRRRF Headworks facility. This is an opportunity for firms specializing in professional design for water and wastewater treatment infrastructure.

Key dates and deadlines

This solicitation was published on June 23, 2026. A mandatory pre-bid meeting and site visit is scheduled for July 13, 2026. All responses must be submitted by the deadline of August 10, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. Responses received after this time will not be considered.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for professional services firms with expertise in designing process equipment for headworks facilities within wastewater treatment plants. Vendors should have experience relevant to the water and wastewater category. The solicitation number is 274-WWP-2026-109.

How to respond

To view the full solicitation documents, access the North Carolina electronic Vendor Portal (eVP). The posting and its document list are publicly viewable without an account. To respond to this solicitation, you will need to complete a free vendor registration on the eVP. Some North Carolina bids use the separate NC eProcurement (Ivalua) tool for responses; otherwise, submit your response as directed in the posting before the deadline.

Tips for a competitive response

Since a mandatory pre-bid meeting and site visit is required, ensure your firm attends on July 13, 2026. This is crucial for understanding the project scope and site-specific conditions, and failure to attend will disqualify your bid. Carefully review all design requirements and specifications outlined in the solicitation documents. Highlight your firm's specific experience with similar headworks improvement projects and your team's qualifications in process equipment design.

Pay close attention to all submission instructions and ensure your proposal is complete and submitted on time through the specified portal. Double-check that all required forms and documentation are included and accurately filled out.