This project encompasses approximately a 220.1 acre area comprised of approximately 147 properties. All structures and auxiliary structures shall be included, with extended documentation for those structures over 50 years old. The Survey will be utilized as a basis for designating potential local landmarks and National Register properties. The work to be accomplished under this project shall meet the Secretary of Interior’s Standords for Archeology and Historic Preservation [Federal Register 48(190):44716-44742]. All photography, mapping, and data collection must conform to standards established for the Nebraska Historic Resources Survey & Inventory (NeHRSI), maintained by the Nebraksa State Historical Society. The request does not commit the City of Sidney to pay any cost incurred in the preparation or submission of your proposal nor to procure a contract for any services or supplies. It is anticipated that a lump sum contract, not to exceed $24,000 will result from this solicitation. Proposals will be evaluated entirely upon their completeness, technical content, proposed cost, and the ability to perform the required service. As part of the selection criteria, an interview may be held to determine the most qualified proposal submitted. Management will make the selection by following the city’s procurement policy for professional services.
Three (3) sealed copies of your response should be submitted on or before 5 p.m. on September 23, 2016, to Tina Hochwender, Economic Development Director, City of Sidney, PO Box 79, Sidney, NE 69162
The outside envelope should be marked: Survey of US Highway 30 Corridor - SEALED PROPOSAL: DO NOT OPEN UNTIL 5 P.M. September 23, 2016. Your response should be signed by an official authorized to bind the offer. The evaluation criteria and details of the request for proposals are available at the office of The Economic Development Director at the City of Sidney, PO Box 79, 1115 13th Ave, Sidney, NE 69162 or by calling Tina Hochwender at 308-254-8455. Proposals must be received at the City office no later than 5:00 p.m. on September 23, 2016.