Water Department Guidance Document Update

The Village of Swanton is seeking Statements of Qualifications from consulting firms to update and develop comprehensive Water Department Guidance Documents. The procurement encompasses three primary deliverables: updating the existing 2018 Asset Management Plan, developing a Capital Improvement Plan based on the updated Asset Management Plan, and creating an Emergency Response Plan to ensure compliance with American Water Investment Act (AWIA) requirements. All work must be completed by June 2026, with Statements of Qualifications due by February 25, 2026. The posting was released on February 3, 2026, providing a 22-day submission window for interested consultants. Qualified consulting firms should demonstrate expertise in water system asset management, capital planning, and regulatory compliance with federal AWIA standards. The evaluation criteria, while not explicitly detailed in the posting, will likely assess the consultant's relevant experience, technical qualifications, understanding of water department operations, and ability to meet the accelerated project timeline.

The posting does not specify any set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise requirements, or restrictions on organizational types eligible to respond. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the opportunity documentation. The procurement does not reference existing infrastructure, technology systems, or platforms that selected consultants would need to integrate with during the project execution. Similarly, no award value or budget range has been disclosed in the opportunity announcement. Interested consulting firms should contact the Village of Swanton directly for additional information regarding budget parameters, specific evaluation criteria, technical requirements, or any other procurement details necessary to prepare a competitive Statement of Qualifications.