RFQ Water Master Plan

The City of Newport, Oregon is conducting a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for professional engineering and design planning services to develop a comprehensive Water System Master Plan (WSMP). The procurement seeks a qualified consulting firm to provide an extensive water system evaluation, including projecting current and future water needs, assessing water supplies and treatment adequacy, analyzing water delivery and storage systems, and identifying necessary capital projects. Key deliverables include developing a calibrated water system model, creating infrastructure age and replacement schedules, evaluating seismic resiliency, and producing a Water Management and Conservation Plan. The WSMP aims to help the city strategically address critical water system issues and plan infrastructure development for the next 20 years. Proposals are due February 27, 2024, with an anticipated contract award following the May 6, 2024 City Council meeting. The selected consultant will be required to provide comprehensive technical documentation and strategic planning recommendations for the municipal water system.

The RFQ documents do not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the provided materials. While specific budget ranges are not disclosed, the procurement suggests a comprehensive professional services contract for water system planning. Interested consultants must register on the OregonBuys website to access full RFQ documentation and can submit proposals via email to Brian Crawford (b.crawford@newportoregon.gov) or deliver physical proposals to the Engineering Department at 169 SW Coast Highway, Newport, OR 97365. The jurisdictional context includes Klamath County and Neskowin CDP, though the primary procuring entity is the City of Newport. Pricing will be negotiated after the most qualified candidate is selected, indicating a qualifications-based selection process focused on technical expertise and comprehensive planning capabilities.