Haegler Ranch, Gieck Ranch, & Ellicott Consolidated Drainage Basin Planning Stdy

El Paso County is soliciting proposals from qualified consultants to conduct a comprehensive Drainage Basin Planning Study for the Haegler Ranch, Gieck Ranch, and Ellicott Consolidated Drainage Basins. The project covers approximately 33,370 acres and requires professional services to develop hydrologic and hydraulic models, evaluate existing and future drainage conditions, identify flood hazards, and determine drainage and bridge fees. Key deliverables include bound study copies, digital files, GIS data sets, and presentation materials. The Request for Proposal (RFP-25-077) was released on August 13, 2025, with responses due by September 17, 2025. A recommended pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for August 20, 2025, and the county anticipates issuing a Notice of Intent to Award in October 2025. The proposed contract will commence on October 28, 2025, and remain in effect through December 31, 2026, with an option to renew for four additional one-year periods. The total project duration is estimated at 36 to 48 months, with the consultant responsible for comprehensive documentation, stakeholder communication, and presenting findings to various county boards and commissions.

While no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondents were explicitly mentioned in the documentation, the project is entirely funded by El Paso County and requires significant technical expertise in drainage basin planning. The contract allows for monthly payments based on reasonable, allocable costs not exceeding the maximum agreed total amount. Although a specific budget range was not disclosed, the complexity of the project suggests a substantial investment in professional services. The professional services contract includes comprehensive insurance requirements, covering workers' compensation, commercial general liability, and automobile liability. The contract also provides flexibility for potential renewal and termination based on fund appropriation, and includes provisions for potential use by other governmental agencies. Payment will be structured to accommodate various methods, including lump sum, phased payments, or hourly rates, with invoices subject to county approval.