The Southwest Region Planning Commission (SWRPC) in New Hampshire is issuing a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for technical services to develop a comprehensive watershed management plan for Laurel Lake in the Town of Fitzwilliam. The project involves creating an EPA nine-element watershed-based management plan that will identify pollution sources, determine load estimates, and calculate water quality improvement strategies. Key objectives include addressing specific environmental concerns such as decreasing water transparency, elevated chloride levels, and low pH levels. Qualified consultants will be expected to produce a detailed technical plan that meets federal Clean Water Act requirements, with deliverables to be completed by September 30, 2026. The procurement timeline includes a submission deadline of March 21, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. EST, with an anticipated project start in spring 2025. The selection process will involve a comprehensive evaluation of qualification packages, potentially followed by interviews with top candidates, with final consultant selection expected by April 11, 2025. Evaluation will focus on the firm's technical expertise, demonstrated experience with watershed management planning, and ability to meet the project's specific environmental assessment requirements. The procurement is funded under Section 604(b) of the Federal Clean Water Act and will be administered by the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services (NHDES). Participating firms must demonstrate eligibility to receive federal funding and certify compliance with state and federal grant-related regulations. Cost proposals will not be part of the initial submission; instead, SWRPC will request a task-based cost proposal from the highest-ranked consultant after the qualifications-based selection process. If negotiations with the top-ranked firm are unsuccessful, SWRPC will proceed to the next highest-ranked firm. While specific budget details are not explicitly stated, the project is associated with a federal grant program, suggesting some financial parameters are in place. No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned in the available documentation. The project is specific to Cheshire County and will require a comprehensive understanding of local environmental conditions and watershed management principles.
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