Utility Permitting and Compliance Consultant

The contract seeks a consultant to secure all necessary permits for utility connections in the City of New Orleans, spanning coordination with key entities including Entergy, Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans, and other regulatory agencies. Responsibilities involve managing the full permitting process from application submission through inspection scheduling and compliance verification, ensuring all utility installations meet local, state, and federal requirements. The work is scoped as a subcontract under the Orleans Parish School Board, with performance expected within the New Orleans area, and the consultant must demonstrate expertise in navigating municipal and utility agency protocols. The solicitation was posted on June 17, 2026, with proposals due by July 21, 2026, and is classified under NAICS code 541618 for other administrative management and general management consulting services. There is no set-aside designation specified, and the contract type is strictly a subcontract, indicating the awardee will work under a prime contractor or directly with the school board to support infrastructure projects requiring utility coordination. The consultant must be prepared to handle multiple jurisdictional requirements simultaneously, maintain detailed documentation, and communicate effectively with various agencies to avoid delays in project timelines.