Walton County Water Department ¿ Consultant for Water Rate Study & Financial Model

The Walton County Board of Commissioners is soliciting sealed proposals for consulting services to conduct a comprehensive water rate study and develop a financial model for the Walton County Water Department. The procurement, identified as RFP #2026-03, seeks a qualified consultant to analyze current water rates, assess financial sustainability, and create modeling tools to support future rate-setting decisions for the water utility. Proposals must be submitted in sealed form to the Historic Walton County Courthouse, 111 S. Broad Street, Monroe, Georgia 30655, no later than 2:00 p.m. on Monday, April 27, 2026. The Request for Proposal documents are available by email request from Rhonda Hawk (rhonda.hawk@co.walton.ga.us) or Gretchen Thurmond (gretchen.thurmond@co.walton.ga.us). Proposers must demonstrate relevant experience in water utility rate studies and financial modeling, and must include proof of General Liability Insurance and Workers' Compensation Insurance with Walton County named as an additional insured. Additionally, all proposers are required to submit a notarized Contractor Affidavit confirming compliance with the Federal Work Authorization Program (E-Verify). The Walton County Board of Commissioners reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, waive technicalities or irregularities, and make awards based on the highest and best interests of Walton County.

The opportunity notice does not specify set-aside designations, disadvantaged business enterprise (DBE) preferences, or restrictions limiting participation to particular organization types, suggesting the procurement is open to qualified private consultants and firms. No incumbent vendor information, existing infrastructure requirements, or technology integration specifications are identified in the available procurement documents. The opportunity announcement does not disclose a specific contract award value or budget range for the consulting engagement. Interested respondents should contact the county procurement office directly for additional details regarding scope expectations, deliverable specifications, and evaluation criteria that may be contained in the full RFP documents.