The selection of an engineering consultant is a key determinant of the ultimate success of a project and one that a municipality must make with a complete understanding and knowledge of the process and the requirements. To deliver an engineering assignment on time, within budget and meeting the client’s expectations requires a qualified, experienced professional team.

A selection process based primarily on the qualifications, methodology and experience of the engineering team offers the best value to the client. Typically, the engineer’s fee represents less than 2% of the life cycle costs of an asset, yet quality engineering in all stages of a project can reduce construction costs and provide significant operating and maintenance savings.

An important part of the selection process begins with a well defined scope of work which is fully understood and accepted by both the municipality and the engineer. It may be advisable to involve an engineer in the development of the scope of work on larger and more complex projects. The engineer’s experience and judgment can contribute to innovative approaches, alternative solutions and a better understanding of the requirements for success.

Documents available for download:

I. Municipal Guideline with templates (compiled) (word doc)

(note: Doc 31 and accompanying guide are not included and must be downloaded separately [below])

II. Templates compiled (word doc)

II. Municipal Guideline with templates separated:

a. Municipal Guideline for Selecting Your Professional Services Team (word doc)

b. Template #1 - Project Description (word doc)

c. Template #2 - Request for Qualifications (word doc)

d. Template #3 - RFQ Evaulation Form (word doc)

e. Template #4 - Memorandum to Shortlisted CE's (word doc)

f. Template #5 - Memo to CE's not Shortlisted (word doc)

g. Template #6 - Request for Proposals (word doc)

h. Template #7 - RFP Evaulation Form (word doc)

i. Template #8 - Interview Evaulation Form (word doc)

j. Template #9 - Summary Evaluation Form (word doc)

k. Template #10 - Memo to CE shortlisted but not selected (word doc)

l. ACEC Document 31 (Engineering Agreement Between Client and Engineer) (pdf)

m. ACEC Doc 31 Guide (pdf)

For more information regarding these documents please contact the CEA office: 780-421-1852 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it