RFP-Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessment Activities

The City of Ogdensburg is issuing a request for proposals to engage qualified environmental consulting firms to conduct comprehensive Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments at a 4.42-acre city-owned property located east of Fort de la Presentation on Jackson Street. This project is funded through a New York State Department of State Brownfields Opportunity Area grant, emphasizing strict compliance with grant requirements, ASTM standards, and environmental regulations. The scope encompasses preparing detailed Phase I ESA reports, developing and executing work plans for Phase II investigations—including subsurface sampling of soil and groundwater—and delivering final reports that identify contamination sources, migration pathways, and potential environmental risks. The contract, anticipated to last two years, requires proposers to demonstrate relevant experience, team expertise, and a commitment to at least 30% MWBE participation, with preference given to NYS MWBE-certified firms or those utilizing MWBE subcontractors. The procurement process mandates submission by December 1, 2025, with proposals evaluated based on technical merit, MWBE participation plans, and pricing. The solicitation emphasizes the importance of environmental data quality, requiring analyses to be performed by NELAP-certified laboratories, and mandates inclusion of EPA reporting requirements as a separate cost line item. Deliverables include draft and final versions of work plans and reports, which must undergo Department review and approval, with final submission at least four weeks prior to comment deadlines. The project involves site investigations, sampling, and reporting activities conducted at the designated property, with oversight and acceptance managed by the City and relevant state agencies. While the document does not specify a formal contract clause structure or detailed pricing line items, it underscores the necessity for proposers to provide comprehensive technical, managerial, and cost proposals aligned with federal and state environmental standards, grant conditions, and MWBE goals.