26-8642_Authorization_to_Advertise.pdf

This is an Authorization to Advertise document issued by the Collier County Board of County Commissioners Procurement Services Division on April 14, 2026, for solicitation number 26-8642, titled "Utility Enterprise Asset Management Consulting." The Invitation for Qualifications (IFQ) seeks proposals from qualified consulting firms to provide comprehensive professional consulting services for a wide range of utility enterprise asset management projects. The selected firm(s) will be responsible for overall project coordination and may engage specialized subcontractors as needed. Proposals are due by May 18, 2026, at 3:00 PM (EST). The work encompasses projects valued up to $500,000 per fiscal year, with any individual work assignment exceeding $500,000 requiring Board of County Commissioners approval. No local vendor preference or grant funding is being utilized for this solicitation.

The document confirms that a cost estimate has been obtained, budgetary resources have been identified to fund any resulting award within reasonable thresholds, and the solicitation approach supports the management and operational needs of the Public Utilities Engineering and Project Management Division. All required signatures from the Design Professional, Project Manager, Division Director, Procurement Strategist, and Grants Office were obtained between April 16 and April 20, 2026, indicating internal approvals and compliance with federal and state funding requirements prior to public advertisement.