RFP WWD NFDA Addenda No. 1 Questions and Answers.pdf

This addendum document for the Town of Oneonta, New York's Woodland Water District Needs Analysis RFP clarifies key procedural details regarding the proposal evaluation and selection process. The Town will conduct interviews with proposing firms between September 3 and September 8, 2026, prior to the anticipated contract award date of September 9, 2026. The scope of work requires qualified engineering consulting firms to evaluate the Woodland Water District's water distribution infrastructure, which serves approximately 219 service connections and has experienced operational deficiencies including brown discolored water since its 2023 connection to the Southside Water District. Deliverables are due December 18, 2026, and the engagement is limited to diagnostic evaluation only; implementation of recommended solutions will be procured under a separate contract.

Evaluation of proposals will weight firm and project-team experience at 60 percent, proposed fees at 20 percent, and project approach at 20 percent. Insurance requirements include Commercial General Liability of $1 million per occurrence, Architects & Engineers' Professional Errors and Omissions Insurance of $2 million, and $2 million Excess Insurance, with proof of insurance required prior to contract execution. Proposals must be submitted as one USB flash drive with electronic copies and three hard copies. The Town reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to negotiate terms with the selected proposer. No incumbent contractors or set-asides are noted for this procurement.