Apex solar EIS

The Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) is soliciting proposals for an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) consulting project for the proposed Apex Solar commercial lease located in Beaverhead County. The procurement, identified as RFP-2020-1012, seeks a qualified consultant to prepare comprehensive draft and final environmental impact statements for the solar project. Deliverables will include detailed environmental assessments and documentation meeting state environmental review standards. The RFP requires potential bidders to submit comprehensive proposals through the Montana Acquisition & Contracting System (eMACS) by September 30, 2019, at 3:30 PM MDT. Evaluation will be conducted solely on written materials submitted, with potential scoring considerations including Equal Pay for Women certification. The procurement covers a lump sum service line item for completing the entire project, with commodity codes spanning Environmental Services and Engineering (Land Surveying). Bidders must carefully review all Q&A entries, upload responses to Sections 4 and 5, and adhere to specific formatting guidelines outlined in the solicitation documents.

The RFP does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Proposals will be managed by procurement officer Gwenette Ungerman, with communication protocols strictly limiting unauthorized contact with state staff to prevent potential disqualification. Payment terms are established at Net 30, suggesting standard government contracting financial arrangements. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the provided documentation, the project appears to be a comprehensive environmental consulting engagement for a solar commercial lease project. The solicitation indicates that unauthorized communication with state staff about the procurement may result in disqualification, emphasizing the formal and structured nature of the bidding process. The procurement will be conducted through the state's electronic contracting system, suggesting a standardized and transparent selection methodology. Potential bidders should carefully review all attached documents, including Sections 1-6, Standard Terms and Conditions, and any accompanying amendments to ensure full compliance with procurement requirements.