Town of Townsend-Request for Proposals (RFP): Code Review & Inspection Services

Request for Proposals (RFP): Code Review & Inspection Services

Date Issued: Friday, May 23, 2025
Proposal Due: Monday, June 30, 2025 by 4:00 PM

The Town of Townsend is now accepting proposals from qualified firms or individuals for Code Review and Inspection Services. As development activity in the town continues to grow, we are seeking a knowledgeable and experienced partner to support municipal staff in ensuring construction projects meet all relevant building, safety, zoning, and environmental codes.

This RFP outlines the scope of services required, including plan review, permitting assistance, field inspections, and code compliance oversight. The selected firm will work closely with the Town to ensure a safe and orderly development process, enhancing our community through professional and consistent code enforcement.

Scope of Work Includes:

  • Permitting coordination

  • Construction oversight

  • Architectural and engineering plan reviews

  • Site inspections

  • Reporting and correction notices

  • Additional services as needed

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Certification to perform inspections in Delaware

  • Minimum 5 years of relevant municipal experience

  • Insurance coverage meeting Town requirements

Submission Requirements:
Proposals must include a cover letter, company qualifications, key personnel details, references, fee schedule, proof of insurance, and required licenses.

Evaluation Criteria:
Proposals will be reviewed based on experience, understanding of the project, past performance, cost, and local knowledge.

Deadline for Proposal Submission:
Monday, June 30, 2025, by 4:00 PM
Late submissions will not be considered.

Submit Proposals To:
Town of Townsend
Attn: Julie Goodyear, Town Manager
141 Main Street, PO Box 223
Townsend, DE 19734
📧 jgoodyear@townsend.delaware.gov
📞 (302) 378-8082

Questions?
Submit inquiries to Julie Goodyear by Tuesday, June 3, 2025. A Contractor Bidding Meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 1:00 PM at Town Hall.

For complete RFP details, visit: https://townsend.delaware.gov

RFP- Code & Inspection Services

Town of Townsend – Request for Proposals (RFP) for Engineering Services

Town of Townsend – Request for Proposals (RFP) for Engineering Services

Posted: May 23, 2025
Proposal Deadline: June 30, 2025 @ 4:00 PM

The Town of Townsend is seeking proposals from qualified engineering firms to provide professional services to support the Town’s infrastructure projects and municipal engineering needs. The selected firm will assist with planning, design, permitting, construction oversight, and other related services vital to our growing community.

Scope of Services Includes (but is not limited to):

  • Preliminary Engineering & Planning

  • Design Services

  • Permitting Assistance

  • Bidding & Procurement Support

  • Construction Oversight

  • Additional Municipal Engineering Services

The contract will be for a one-year term with the possibility of annual renewals for up to three additional years, based on performance.

Proposal Submission Deadline:
All proposals must be received by Monday, June 30, 2025 at 4:00 PM at the address listed below. Late submissions will not be accepted.

Submit Proposals To:
Town of Townsend
Attn: Julie Goodyear, Town Manager
141 Main Street, PO Box 223
Townsend, DE 19734
Email: jgoodyear@townsend.delaware.gov 
Phone: 302-378-8082

Pre-Bid Meeting:
A Contractors Bidding Meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 12:00 PM at Town Hall. Questions must be submitted by Tuesday, June 3, 2025.

More Information:
To view the full RFP and submission requirements, please visit https://townsend.delaware.gov or contact Town Hall.

RFP- Engineering Services

Effective 5/26/2025- New Permit Forms

We want to share with you our new and improved permit forms. – see the attached links:
 
Building Permit Application – 2025 
Demolition Application – 2025
 
-These forms will become effective on May 26th, 2025, and will be the only applications that are accepted by The Town of Townsend.
Please ensure that you apply for permits for the following work to ensure you are complying with the Town Code:
  • Additions
  • Finished Basements
  • Carports
  • Decks
  • Demolitions
  • Driveways
  • Fences
  • Fireplaces
  • Flagpoles
  • Garages
  • Gazebos
  • Hot Tubs
  • HVAC
  • Irrigation or Wells
  • Patios
  • Plumbing
  • Pole Barns
  • Porches
  • Roofs
  • Sheds
  • Sidewalk
  • Signs
  • Solar
  • Swimming Pool (Inground & Above Ground)”

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT: Townsend Townhall Library Open to Townsend Residents

Townsend Townhall Library Located within Townhall- 141 Main Street To Reserve a book, simply email or mail in the requested book title and date of desired collection. At time of pick up- you will need to show identification confirming you are a Townsend resident. IMPORTANT INFO: Check out Times are for 30 days. Three books are eligible to be reserved at one time. Extensions are available if no future reservations are in place. Delays in returns will result in loss of lending privileges For a full list of the available books, please visit the Towns website or stop into Townhall for the list For a full list of the available books, please visit the Towns website or stop into Townhall for the list For information or questions, please contact Townhall via phone at 302-378-8082 or via email at townhall@townsend.delaware.gov

Townsend Townhall Library

NOTICE OF BID OPENING- CODE REVIEW & INSPECTION SERVICES

notice of bid opening and specs on rfp process

 

Notice of Bid Opening- Code Review & Inspection Services

We Want Your Input: Tax Rate Adjustment Survey

As we plan for the upcoming fiscal year, our town is facing the need for a tax rate adjustment to ensure we can continue providing essential services and maintaining infrastructure.

We are considering two options for how to implement this adjustment:

  • Option 1: Apply the full adjustment in the upcoming fiscal year.

  • Option 2: Spread the adjustment evenly over the next two fiscal years to reduce the immediate impact.

We’re asking property owners and residents to help guide this decision by completing a brief survey.

https://forms.office.com/r/55RhuVgQfv 


Survey closes on Monday, May 26th, 2025

Your feedback is important and will directly inform how we move forward. Thank you for taking the time to share your input!

For questions, please contact Julie Goodyear, Town Manager at 302-378-8082 or via email jgoodyear@townsend.delaware.gov

 

QR code for the survey so Owners can scan to complete the survey

Delaware’s Open Burning Ban- To Begin May 1 & Run Through Sept 30.

Delaware’s Open Burning Ban – Also Known as the Ozone Season – to Begin May 1 and Run Through Sept. 30

Townsend Community Clean-Out Day!

Join us for our Townsend Community Clean-Out Day!

Please see the attached flyer for more details:

Community Clean Out Day

3RD Bid Window Extension- Townsend Police Station Build w/ Q&A Responses

Townsend Police Building

Bid Opening Date: January 15th, 2025

Extended Submission Deadline: Friday, May 16th, 2025

Location of Submission: 141 Main Street, PO Box 223 Townsend, DE 19734

The Police Build project will be the engineering, drafting, design and construction of the new Police Station of Townsend. 

The direct contact person for any questions relating to this bid project is Julie Goodyear, Town Manager at 302-378-8082 or via email at jgoodyear@townsend.delaware.gov

All bids are required to be sealed and identified on the outside refencing the bid as they will be kept sealed until the close of the bidding timeframe.

 

Below you will find the RFP outlining the expectations and requests for the project:

Police Station Building 2

Bid Meeting Notes- 2-5-2025

RFP- Police Station- Final

ANNOUNCING: Townsend Community Pantry – April

The Town of Townsend thanks everyone who provided donations to support our Community Pantry.  Since we installed the Blessings Box Food Pantry in May of 2023, we have been able to help serve our Community and assist those in need.  In order to keep the pantry sustainable with your donations, please consider donating the following items listed below:  

  • Non-Perishables   
  • Canned Goods  
  • Toiletries 
  • Gift Cards
  • Letters of Encouragement 
  • Pet Needs 

Location: 141 Main Street, Townsend, DE 19734

**Donations may be dropped off Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. If after hours, donations may be placed directly in the box.  Once again, we thank you for your continued support! 

Please see flyer below for more information and donation suggestions: 

Ongoing Food Drive for Food Pantry Box @ TownHall

Ongoing Food Drive for Food Pantry Box @ TownHall