Chatham County Granicus #RFQ-04162026

Chatham County Seeks Planning/Engineering Firm for Deep River State Trail Feasibility Study

Chatham County is seeking a qualified planning or engineering firm to conduct a feasibility study for the land trail segment of the Deep River State Trail corridor. - Government Buyer: - Chatham County Finance Office - Scope of Services: - Feasibility study for approximately 26 miles of the Deep River State Trail in Chatham County, NC - Stakeholder engagement and facilitation - Data collection, including GIS analysis and field visits - Public outreach, including both in-person and virtual meetings - Mapping of proposed trail corridors, alignment alternatives, access points, and right-of-way opportunities - Cost estimation, benefits analysis, and implementation strategies - Preparation of a comprehensive final report with appendices - Unique Requirements: - Addressing challenges for underserved populations - Enhancing outdoor tourism, economic activity, and community resilience - No specific OEMs or vendors are named, as this is a professional services opportunity - Period of performance is one year from contract signing - Place of performance includes the Deep River State Trail corridor and Chatham County, with deliverables to the Chatham County Finance Office in Pittsboro, NC

Description

Chatham County Finance Department is soliciting qualifications from planning or engineering firms to conduct a feasibility study for the Deep River State Trail corridor land trail segment. The study will include stakeholder engagement, data collection, public outreach, and development of actionable recommendations for trail development, including cost estimates and benefits analysis. The project aims to enhance outdoor tourism, economic activity, and community resilience along the approximately 26-mile corridor in Chatham County. Submissions are due by April 16, 2026.

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