Wastewater, Water & Solid Waste Systems Consulting Services

Placer County is seeking Statements of Qualifications from firms to establish six qualified lists of consultants for the Department of Public Works, Environmental Engineering Division. The scope of work covers six distinct service categories: water, recycled water, and wastewater systems; water quality monitoring and regulatory assistance; waste facility planning and design; landfill operations and engineering; solid waste program planning; and regional groundwater planning. Selected firms will enter into a Master Service Agreement, with specific projects assigned through subsequent task orders. All work must be supervised and sealed by a California Registered Engineer, Professional Geologist, or Land Surveyor where required by law, and must adhere to Caltrans standards and the Placer County Land Development Manual. Proposals are due by October 5, 2026, and must be submitted via the online bidding portal or as a sealed hard copy. Evaluation is based on the qualifications and experience of the proposed team (30%) and the project approach (30%), with a 5% local preference credit for Placer County businesses. The selection process includes a responsiveness review, committee screening, and potential interviews. Awarded consultants must meet specific insurance requirements, including a Best's Rating of at least A-:VII and worker's compensation coverage of $1,000,000. Additionally, firms must certify compliance with federal debarment regulations and ensure all electronic deliverables meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA accessibility standards.