Chatham County Granicus #RFQ-04162026EXT

Feasibility Study Services for Deep River State Trail (Land Trail Portion)

Chatham County is seeking a qualified planning or engineering firm to conduct a feasibility study for the land trail portion of the Deep River State Trail corridor in Chatham County, North Carolina. - Government Buyer: - Chatham County Finance Department (local government) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; this is a professional services solicitation - Products/Services Requested: - Feasibility study for the land trail portion of the Deep River State Trail - Scope includes: - Data collection (including GIS and field visits) - Stakeholder engagement and public outreach (surveys, events, meetings) - Development of trail alignment alternatives, cost estimates, and benefits analysis - Production of a final report with maps, recommendations, and implementation strategies - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Focus is solely on the land trail (not the blueway/paddle trail) - 15% goal for utilization of Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBs) - Estimated budget is $150,000, with a goal to come in under budget - Study must be completed within one year of contract signing

Description

Chatham County is soliciting qualifications from planning or engineering firms to conduct a feasibility study for the land trail portion of the Deep River State Trail corridor. The study will involve data collection, stakeholder engagement, public outreach, and development of actionable recommendations for trail development, including alignment alternatives, cost estimates, and benefits analysis. The project aims to enhance outdoor tourism, economic activity, and community resilience along the trail corridor. Submissions are due by April 29, 2026, and the study must be completed within one year of contract signing.

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