Why Prequalification Matters: What to Look for in a Survey or Civil Team

Prequalification with state or local governments isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s a signal of reliability, compliance, and capacity. When choosing a surveying or engineering firm, looking for prequalified teams can protect your budget, timeline, and reputation.

Here’s why it matters:

• Verified Qualifications: Prequalified vendors have undergone rigorous vetting to meet state and municipal standards.

• Project Readiness: These teams can hit the ground running—no lengthy approval delays.

• Accountability: Public agencies hold pre-qualified firms to high benchmarks for quality, safety, and documentation.

• Specialization: Many prequalified lists are categorized by service type, so you’re getting a team experienced in your kind of work.

At AJC, we’re proud to be prequalified with multiple transportation, utility, and infrastructure agencies across Kentucky, Georgia, and Tennessee.

Ask your survey team if they’re prequalified—and if not, ask why.