RFP 2022-1 - Professional Water-related Services

Utah County and Scipio Town are seeking professional water-related services through Request for Proposals (RFP) 2022-1, which was posted on March 1, 2022, and closed on March 16, 2022. The procurement targets comprehensive water management services, including evaluating water rights, conducting water resource assessments, and providing technical expertise in Utah Water Law. Specific deliverables include preparing exhibits for water rights hearings, serving as expert witnesses, advising on water rights purchases and leases, and developing water conservation plans. The RFP covers professional engineering services, earth science services, and urban development planning, with a focus on supporting administrative processes related to water resources. Potential service providers will need demonstrated expertise in water management, legal understanding of state water regulations, and the ability to prepare complex technical and legal documentation related to water rights and conservation.

The RFP does not explicitly specify set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises or provide detailed restrictions on respondent qualifications. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are listed in the available documentation. The procurement appears open to qualified firms and individuals with appropriate professional credentials in water resource management and related fields. While no specific budget range or contract value is stated in the documents, the comprehensive nature of the requested services suggests a potentially significant engagement. The RFP indicates flexibility in scope, allowing prospective bidders to demonstrate their capabilities across multiple water management domains. The procurement appears designed to secure professional services that can provide strategic support to Utah County's water resource management objectives, with an emphasis on technical expertise and practical implementation of water conservation strategies.