Regulatory Services

The Northwest Florida Water Management District (NWFWMD) is issuing Request for Proposals (RFP) No. 25-002 for regulatory and engineering consultant services covering multiple technical areas within water management. The procurement seeks qualified firms to provide professional services for designing and reviewing projects in accordance with Chapter 373 of Florida Statutes and corresponding Administrative Codes. Specific service areas include water use permitting, well construction, surface water management, environmental resource permitting, and related technical activities. Proposals are due by 2:00 PM ET on October 21, 2025, with an initial contract term of three years and an optional three-year renewal period. The District intends to contract with at least three respondents and will evaluate proposals using a comprehensive 100-point scoring system that assesses experience and expertise (55 points), pricing (15 points), past performance (15 points), personnel location (9 points), and workload capacity (5 points).

The RFP includes a one-point preference for certified minority business enterprises, indicating some emphasis on diversity in vendor selection. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, the contract does not guarantee a specific volume of work and allows the District flexibility in task assignment and rate negotiation. Reimbursement for direct costs and expenses may be included in specific task orders without markup, and travel expenses will be compensated according to Florida Statutes. The pricing structure will be based on hourly rates for various professional positions, with rates defined for both the initial three-year contract period and the optional renewal period. Proposing firms should be prepared to demonstrate comprehensive technical capabilities in water management engineering and environmental consulting, with a focus on regulatory compliance and project design expertise across multiple jurisdictional areas, including Gilchrist County and Hollywood City.