MDNR RIG C295938-01.pdf

This is a Request for Information (RFI) document issued by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) regarding the Olson Acres Lift Station project in Missouri. The project encompasses the decommissioning and removal of an existing wastewater treatment lagoon, installation of gravity sanitary sewer main with manholes and service connections, and construction of a new lift station and force main. The RFI seeks information from potential contractors and stakeholders to inform project planning and design considerations prior to formal bidding. This document functions as an information-gathering tool to assess contractor capabilities, understand market conditions, and identify potential challenges or solutions related to the wastewater infrastructure improvements.

The RFI process allows MDNR to collect technical input and pricing considerations from the marketplace without committing to a specific procurement method or contract award at this stage. This preliminary engagement helps establish realistic project parameters, cost estimates, and implementation timelines before the formal competitive bidding process is launched. Responses to the RFI will inform subsequent procurement documents and assist in determining appropriate funding mechanisms and grant opportunities available through state and federal sources for this sanitary sewer infrastructure project.