SOQ from qualified Professional Consulting Firms interested in providing Professional Consulting Services for JP Comprehensive Water

The Jefferson Parish Purchasing Department is soliciting Statements of Qualifications from professional consulting firms to conduct a Parishwide Comprehensive Water and Sewer Rate Study and Financial Review. The primary objective of this engagement is to perform an independent evaluation of the existing rate structure and financial requirements to ensure current rates sufficiently support the operation, maintenance, repair, replacement, and future infrastructure needs of the water and sewer systems. Key deliverables include the development of financial projections and recommendations for appropriate rates and revenue requirements, culminating in a comprehensive final report. Interested firms must submit their qualifications electronically via the Parish eProcurement system by 3:30 p.m. on November 16, 2026. Submissions must utilize the Jefferson Parish General Professional Services Questionnaire, and any subcontractors must also provide a completed questionnaire and applicable licenses. Evaluation is based on a 100-point scale, focusing on overall qualifications and professional training and experience (35 points each), past and current accomplishments (10 points), capacity for timely completion (10 points), and previous work for the Parish or similar jurisdictions (10 points). The Jefferson Parish Council may award the contract to one or more vendors. Compensation may be structured as an hourly rate based on certified salary costs plus overhead and profit, a negotiated fixed fee, or a combination of both, with supplemental services handled as lump sum or hourly not-to-exceed agreements. While not required for the initial submission, affidavits and proof of insurance must be provided prior to final contract approval.