Notices
NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD – EPA Brownfield Redevelopment Area Grant (BRAG) RFQ
April 2, 2025
South Central Tennessee Development District
101 Sam Watkins Boulevard
Mt. Pleasant, TN 38474
Subject: NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD – Brownfield Redevelopment Area Grant (BRAG) RFQ
In accordance with the provisions outlined in the SCTDD BRAG RFQ for the identification grant project, the South Central Tennessee Development District is pleased to announce the Intent to Award to BCA Environmental Consultants. BCA was selected due to their responsiveness during the RFQ process, demonstrated through timely communication and detailed submissions. Their strong past work performance, relevant expertise, and the capacity to manage the project effectively further solidified their suitability, ensuring they are well-equipped to handle the 11 BRAG applications. Please note that this Notice of Intent to Award does not constitute a binding contract with the South Central Tennessee Development District.
For any inquiries, please contact Lisa Cross at (931) 379-2915.
Sincerely,
Lisa Cross
RPO/ Infrastructure Director
South Central Tennessee Development District
Request for Statements of Qualifications for Brownfield Redevelopment Area Grant Consultant
The South Central Tennessee Development District (SCTDD), in cooperation with the listed counties Bedford, Coffee, Giles, Hickman, Lawrence, Lewis, Lincoln, Marshall, Maury, Moore, and Wayne requests statements of qualifications from consulting firms for the creation of an inventory of brownfield properties both listed and not previously identified by Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation, in addition to a summary of findings and recommendations for each of those properties. Please see Attachment C: Findings and Recommendations Brownfield Redevelopment Area Grant (BRAG) Property Identification Report, which is part of the SCTDD contract with Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC). This report outlines the environmental consultant’s task to perform a site inventory once the RFQ is awarded.
SCTDD is utilizing BRAG funding to develop or update an inventory of previously unidentified brownfield sites within the designated community or redevelopment area. Consulting firms will be evaluated based on the following criteria, with each category weighted equally at 25%:
- Past work performance (25%)
This includes the quality of work, timeliness, and cost control demonstrated in previous projects. - Capacity of the firm (25%)
The ability of the firm to perform the work within the required time frame, with a project deadline of 07/31/25. - Familiarity with issues relevant to the project (25%)
The firm’s understanding of the specific issues associated with brownfield redevelopment and the challenges this project may present. - Specialized experience or technical expertise (25%)
The firm’s relevant experience and technical expertise related to brownfield redevelopment or similar projects.
We invite qualified firms to submit their proposals by February 18, 2025 to:
Lisa Cross
RPO/Infrastructure Director
Email: lcross@sctdd.org
Thank you for your consideration. We look forward to reviewing your proposal.
NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD – EPA Brownfields Assessment Grant RFP
In accordance with the provisions outlined in the SCTDD EPA Brownfields RFP for the assessment grant project, the South Central Tennessee Development District is pleased to announce the Intent to Award to BCA Environmental Consultants. BCA was selected as the lowest cost and most responsive bidder. Please note that this Notice of Intent to Award does not constitute a binding contract with the South Central Tennessee Development District.
For any inquiries, please contact Lisa Cross at (931) 379-2915.
South Central Tennessee Development District
Request for Proposal (RFP)
SCTDD EPA Brownfields Assessment Grant Project
The South Central Tennessee Development District (SCTDD) is soliciting proposals from qualified environmental firms to support its recently awarded U.S. EPA Grant for Brownfields. The purpose is to conduct Phase I and Phase II environmental site assessments (ESAs) across the SCTDD’s 13-county service area, which includes Bedford, Coffee, Franklin, Giles, Hickman, Lawrence, Lewis, Lincoln, Marshall, Maury, Moore, Perry, and Wayne Counties.
Proposal deadline is January 10, 2025, at 2:30 pm CST. RFP can be downloaded at RFP SCTDD EPA listed under Public Notices or a request emailed to epa@sctdd.org.
Tennessee Long-Range Transportation Plan Update
Your participation is important. Please help the Tennessee Department of Transportation TDOT by taking a quick survey related to the Tennessee Long-Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) Update. Click the link below then select English or Spanish on the right side of the page to start the survey. See also additional information on this page.
Survey link Long Range Transportation Plan Update – Public Input
Mule Town Trolley Notice
Starting Tuesday, September 3rd, the Trolley Service will relocate the Social Security pick-up location to Shady Brook Plaza. This change will assist community veterans in reaching Operation Stand Down, which has an office a Shady Brook Plaza.
THDA Caper Public Notice
Please be advised of the following:
Enclosed, you will find the latest CAPER public notices in both English and Spanish. The CAPER serves to document the progress and achievements made in pursuit of Tennessee’s Consolidated Planning goals for the year.
The CAPER public comment period is scheduled to occur from August 30th to September 17th, 2024.
