rfp-466-25-award.pdf

This is an RFB Award Summary document issued by the New Hampshire Department of Administrative Services, Division of Procurement and Support Services for Air Emissions Consulting Services (RFB 466-25). The procurement sought qualified consulting firms to provide comprehensive air permit requirements, emission monitoring, record keeping, and emergency generator registration services, including staff training on permit processes, maintaining detailed records, developing emissions reduction strategies, and assisting with facility changes and new fuel consumption permits. The proposal submission deadline was extended to February 21, 2025, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time, with interviews scheduled for February 24-28, 2025. The contract term spans two years from April 1, 2025, through March 31, 2027, with an option to extend for one additional year under identical terms and conditions. The award was made to Aries Engineering, represented by agent James Poulin.

The awarded contract specifies hourly rates across eight positions totaling $129,500 for approximately 100 hours per position annually, including Senior Air Consultant at $200 per hour, Air Quality Lead Consultant at $190 per hour, Emissions Reductions Strategist at $160 per hour, Senior Systems Engineer at $200 per hour, Senior Pricing Analyst at $200 per hour, Air Permitting Manager at $160 per hour, Clerical/Admin support at $85 per hour, and Project Staff at $100 per hour. Payment terms are established as net 30 days following receipt of accurate invoices. Vendors were required to provide comprehensive general liability insurance with minimum coverage of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate. The evaluation criteria allocated 60 points to cost proposal, 20 points for interview performance, 10 points for organizational qualifications and experience, and 10 points for proposed services. The state designated this as a non-exclusive contract, allowing the option to retain multiple contractors for similar services as needed.