Godding Hollow Floodplain Study

The Town of Frederick, Colorado, is seeking consultant services through a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to prepare a comprehensive floodplain study for the Godding Hollow Drainageway. The project spans approximately 3.68 miles from State Highway 52 to Weld County Road 20 1/2 and is mandated by the Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB) and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Key deliverables include conducting a thorough review of existing data, developing a preliminary floodplain study, and assisting the town until a Letter of Map Revision (LOMR) is approved. The primary objectives are to update the Zone A regulatory floodplain to Zone AE and expand the regulatory floodplain to inform potential future development and flood hazards. Consultants must demonstrate expertise in floodplain modeling, storm sewer and culvert analysis, FEMA floodplain guidelines, and successful LOMR applications. The selection process will evaluate proposals based on specific criteria: technical expertise (30%), familiarity with local drainage planning efforts (20%), qualifications of key personnel (20%), community engagement experience (20%), and experience with similar projects (10%). Key dates include an online project meeting on July 11, 2025, from 2:00-3:00 PM MT, with proposal submissions due by July 25, 2025, at 3:00 PM MT.

The RFQ does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types such as disadvantaged business enterprises. The town reserves the right to award additional work and contracts for future project phases to the team completing the initial floodplain study. While the exact project budget will be determined during contract negotiations, the town will base this on project needs and goals. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the provided documentation. The project does not appear to require integration with existing infrastructure or technology beyond the current drainage and floodplain assessment. Potential respondents should be professional consulting firms with specialized expertise in hydraulic engineering, floodplain management, and FEMA compliance. The town's approach suggests flexibility in project scope and budget, with the primary focus on obtaining a comprehensive and technically sound floodplain study that meets regulatory requirements and supports future community development planning.