Environmental Review Services

Dane County, Wisconsin, through its Department of Human Services, Division of Housing Access & Affordability, is issuing Request for Proposal #D26001-HBD for Environmental Review Services to support federally and/or state-funded housing and community development projects. The procurement seeks qualified vendors to conduct environmental reviews in strict compliance with 24 CFR Part 58 regulations, with an anticipated contract term from January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2030. The county expects approximately 3 Environmental Assessments in 2026, with potential additional reviews depending on project volume and funding availability. Vendors must provide various environmental review services, including CEST-level reviews, Environmental Assessments, and Environmental Impact Statements. Key qualifications include registration with the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions, possession of a Unique Entity Identification number, completion of WISER training, and demonstrated experience performing 24 CFR Part 58 Environmental Reviews in the past three years. The evaluation process will be points-based, assessing proposals across six categories: Abstract (20 points), Timeline Estimates (15 points), Experience and Qualifications (30 points), Past Performance (20 points), Cost (15 points), and Local Vendor Preference (5 points). The RFP was released on October 31, 2025, with proposal responses due by December 12, 2025, at 11:59 pm.

The solicitation includes a local vendor preference mechanism, offering five points to vendors located in Dane County and two points to vendors in adjacent counties. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the evaluation criteria suggest a preference for local businesses. The RFP does not indicate existing incumbent vendors or specify integration requirements with current infrastructure or technology. Pricing will be structured with fixed rates for different environmental review types, though a precise budget range is not provided in the documentation. Interested vendors must demonstrate comprehensive capabilities in environmental review services, with a track record of successfully completing similar projects. The county's approach suggests an emphasis on local expertise, technical competence, and cost-effectiveness in selecting a contractor for these critical environmental review services. Potential vendors should carefully review the full RFP document to understand the complete scope of requirements and evaluation criteria.