Bid guide
How to bid on drainage design services for the City of Statesboro
What the City of Statesboro is buying
The City of Statesboro is looking for qualified civil engineering and land surveying firms. The selected firm will study recurring stormwater flooding at the intersection of Chandler Road and Olympic Boulevard. The goal is to identify limitations in the current drainage system and design a buildable solution.
This project involves several key tasks, including surveying, reviewing right-of-way and easements, coordinating with utility companies, modeling the drainage basin, and creating detailed construction plans. The purpose is to evaluate and reduce stormwater flooding that affects the Georgia Villas community, where runoff currently impacts private property.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on June 25, 2026. All proposals must be submitted by August 06, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. This is a firm deadline, and late submissions may not be considered.
A mandatory virtual pre-bid meeting will be held on July 23, 2026, at 8:00 AM ET. Attendance at this meeting is required for all interested firms.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for experienced civil engineering and land surveying firms. Firms with expertise in stormwater management, drainage system analysis, hydraulic modeling, and civil infrastructure design will be well-suited. Experience with right-of-way and easement research, utility coordination, and preparing construction-ready plans is also important.
The project falls under the construction category, specifically focusing on the design phase of drainage improvements.
How to respond
To access the full solicitation documents, click “View original source” to open the posting on the Georgia Procurement Registry (GPR). You do not need an account to view the posting and its associated documents.
Some Georgia events may direct documents and responses to an external “Event Link” (Team Georgia Marketplace). Otherwise, submit your proposal as instructed directly on the posting before the August 06, 2026, 3:00 PM ET deadline. Remember, attendance at the virtual pre-bid meeting on July 23, 2026, at 8:00 AM ET is mandatory.
Tips for a competitive response
Since this is a Request for Qualifications/Proposal, focus on clearly demonstrating your firm's relevant experience and the qualifications of your team members. Highlight past projects that involved similar drainage studies, flood mitigation designs, and civil engineering work in urban or residential areas.
Pay close attention to the mandatory pre-bid meeting. This is an opportunity to clarify any questions you have directly with the City of Statesboro and to ensure your proposal aligns with their expectations. Ensure your proposal clearly outlines your approach to each required task, from surveying to final construction plan development, and how you will address the specific flooding issues at Chandler Road and Olympic Boulevard.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from City of Statesboro; the original posting controls.