Macon Municipal Utilities is requesting qualifications for engineering services to address necessary improvements for Replacement of Lead Service Lines, update of Macon’s current Owner Supervised Program for Water Mains, and related projects. The engineering services required may include associated planning (to include necessary studies), stakeholder communications, and construction oversight of the project. Engineering reports should adhere to 10 CSR 20-8.110 Engineering – Reports, Plans, and Specifications. All or part of project funding is through the Missouri Department of Natural Resources’ Financial Assistance Center.
Qualification information provided to the Macon Municipal Utilities shall include:
- The specialized experience and technical competence of the firm with respect to the type of services required (20 points).
- The capacity and capability of the firm to perform the work in question, including specialized services, within the time limitations fixed for the completion of the project (20 points).
- The past record of performance of the firm with respect to such factors as control of costs, quality of work, and ability to meet schedules (20 points).
- The firm’s proximity to and familiarity with the area in which the project is located (20 points).
- The firm’s professional experience in designing drinking water systems (20 points).
The above information should be clearly marked with the firm’s name and “MMU RFQ Water Improvements 2027” and submitted no later than 9:00 AM Thursday December 17, 2026, to the attention of: MMU General Manager at P.O. Box 569, Macon, MO 63552. Digital versions of the Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) are encouraged. If hard copies of an SOQ are to be provided, please provide at least four (4) along with the digital version. Inquiries can be emailed to [email protected].
Or hand deliver to: 106 W. Bourke Street, Macon, MO 63552
Selection Process: Once the Utility selects the most qualified firms based on the above qualification evaluation, in person interviews may be conducted to identify the most qualified firm, with whom an engineering agreement will be negotiated. The engineering agreement may include services other than planning, design, and/or construction management including, but not limited to, assistance with project financing, assistance with attaining easements or real property, geotechnical analysis, surveying, or other services as needed.
The Macon Municipal Utilities is an Equal Opportunity Employer and invites the submission of proposals from Women and Minority Business Enterprises.
Additional information:
The selected firm is expected to perform tasks such as but not limited to:
- Completion of necessary Engineering Reports and related activities.
- Prepare stakeholder information to clearly communicate project goals and objectives.
- Assist Macon with identification, pursuit, and administration of financial assistance.
- Assist Macon with selection of the most advantageous procurement method for the project and any advertising or Request For Quotes associated with selection of qualified contractor(s).
- Provide project oversight and coordination as needed through project completion.
- Assist Macon with Closeout project reports, communications, and award applications.
- Assist Macon with communications and negotiations with regulatory agencies.
- Assist Macon with maximizing value received from the capital investment (project.)
Evaluation Committee: An evaluation committee established by Macon Municipal Utilities will review each Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) in accordance with the Evaluation Criteria set within this RFQ. The committee may ask the respondent to supplement their SOQ with additional information. The committee will consist of at least three members from MMU leadership.
Interviews: MMU may conduct interviews after receipt and scoring of the submittals as part of the final selection process. Scoring for this final selection portion will duplicate the scoring elements listed above. Any interviews (if held) are anticipated to be conducted in the 30 days following submittal deadline.
MMU has completed a lead service line inventory and has identified a reported sixty-three (63) commercial and residential lead service lines.
To be clear, this project consists of two, separate, items of scope.
- Lead Service Line Replacement project and associated tasks as part of the project.
- Owner Supervised Program 5 year extension for 2028-2032.