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This is a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) issued by the New Hampshire Coastal Program for consulting services to support stream crossing replacement initiatives in New Hampshire's coastal watersheds. The procurement seeks an interdisciplinary consultant team with expertise in engineering, science, planning, web development, and communications to execute a pilot project from March 2025 through December 2027. Key deliverables include developing a stream crossing prioritization framework, creating a comprehensive training program, providing technical assistance, and supporting development of a new Stream Crossing Grant program focused on the New Hampshire portions of the Merrimack River and Piscataqua-Salmon Falls Watersheds. The proposal submission deadline is July 7, 2025, at 4:00 PM EST. The consultant will collaborate with project partners including The Nature Conservancy, University of New Hampshire, and the NH Stream Crossing Initiative.

The RFQ does not specify set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types, and no incumbent vendors are mentioned. Evaluation criteria allocate 25 points for project understanding, 35 points for project plan strength, 25 points for firm and team experience, and 15 points for personnel qualifications. The project is funded through multiple sources: the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation's National Coastal Resilience Fund, the NH Charitable Foundation's Great Bay 2030 program, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Coastal Zone Management Capacity funding. While specific budget amounts are not explicitly stated, the multi-year nature and multiple funding sources indicate a substantial investment. The procurement is open to consulting firms demonstrating multidisciplinary capabilities and a track record in environmental and infrastructure projects.