2025 Lake Wentworth, Watershed Management Plan Implementation Phase V, Red Brook Circle/Wentworth Estates

The New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services (NHDES), in collaboration with the Wentworth Watershed Association (WWA) and NH LAKES, is issuing a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for the Lake Wentworth Watershed Management Plan Implementation Phase V project in Wolfeboro, NH. The procurement seeks a qualified environmental engineering contractor to design and implement Best Management Practices (BMPs) for reducing phosphorus and pollutant levels in the Wentworth Estates neighborhood. The project will cover 25 house lots across approximately 18 acres, with specific objectives including managing water runoff from a gravel road, stabilizing a boat ramp, and implementing native plantings to prevent erosion. Key deliverables include developing a site-specific project plan, completing detailed BMP designs, obtaining necessary permits, constructing stormwater management infrastructure, and producing pollutant control reports. The RFQ requires contractors to demonstrate extensive experience in watershed restoration, stormwater BMP design and installation, and familiarity with local and state environmental regulations. Submission of qualifications is due by June 23, 2025, with contractor selection anticipated by July 3, 2025, and project implementation planned for spring 2026, to be completed by August 2026.

The RFQ does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The project is funded through an ARPA Grant, with the total project budget and potential contract value not specifically detailed in the provided documentation. The selected contractor will be responsible for comprehensive coordination with WWA, NHDES, and local stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle, including developing design plans, obtaining permits, overseeing construction, and creating an operations and maintenance plan. No information is provided about incumbent vendors or existing contractors currently working on similar infrastructure. The project requires integration with existing local environmental management systems and will involve close collaboration with multiple stakeholder organizations. While specific budget ranges are not disclosed, the comprehensive nature of the project, covering multiple lots and involving extensive environmental engineering work, suggests a significant investment in watershed management and pollution reduction efforts.