Permit Writing Assistance

The State of Nevada Purchasing Division, on behalf of the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Environmental Protection/Bureau of Water Pollution Control, is seeking proposals from qualified vendors to provide Permit Writing Assistance services. The scope of work includes project administration, permit writing, technical assistance/training, UIC permit writing and programmatic support, and general programmatic support and development. Key deliverables include draft permit packages, administrative draft permits, technical assistance, and UIC-related support services. The contract term is expected to be two years, with an optional two-year amendment. The deadline for proposal submission and opening is March 27, 2024 at 2:00 pm. The evaluation process will consider factors such as demonstrated competence, experience in comparable engagements, conformance with the terms of the RFP, expertise and availability of key personnel, and cost.

The State awards a 5% preference to Nevada-based businesses and applies an inverse preference for vendors with a principal place of business in a state that applies an in-state preference not afforded to Nevada-based vendors. The contract will include mandatory requirements, such as agreeing to the State's indemnification terms, not boycotting Israel, and maintaining data encryption and stateside data storage. The anticipated total contract value is $600,000, with $300,000 for the initial two-year term and an additional $300,000 for the optional two-year extension. The incumbent vendor is Eastern Research Group, Inc., to whom the State has issued a Letter of Intent.