Request for Qualifications for Technical Support Services

The Ohio Air Quality Development Authority is seeking qualified firms to provide technical support services to evaluate and validate the technical merits of project proposals aimed at maximizing air conservation and pollution abatement in the State of Ohio. The scope of work includes providing expert advice and consultation on projects involving efficiently designed buildings, renewable energy generation, greenhouse gas and air pollutant reduction, and new construction or retrofit energy conservation measures. Key deliverables involve building science modeling, health impact assessments using tools like COBRAS, the development of measurement and verification plans, and the performance of field inspections to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws. This solicitation, numbered SRC0000042355, is open on an ongoing basis through June 30, 2027. The Authority will evaluate proposals based on technical ability, personnel qualifications, organizational capacity, and past performance, with a strong preference for firms maintaining a physical presence within Ohio. Selected providers must appoint a full-time Project Manager as the primary point of contact. Compensation will be negotiated per project assignment as either an hourly rate, retainer, or fixed fee. Mandatory requirements include professional liability insurance with at least one million dollars in coverage for errors and omissions and general liability, adherence to Ohio Governor's Executive Order 2022-02D, and strict prohibitions against the use of Russian institutions or the storage of data outside the United States.