Anne Arundel County Turnkey Water Quality Improvements FY26 RFP - RFP26000064
Anne Arundel CountyCounty · Annapolis, MD- Due
- Nov 13, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 22, 2025
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Kim Lee
- (410) 222-4142
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Anne Arundel County, Maryland is soliciting proposals from qualified contractors for the turnkey implementation of water quality improvement practices on private properties. The scope includes design, permitting, construction, and potentially five years of functional maintenance to achieve pollutant reductions (nitrogen, phosphorus, sediment) and 'impervious acres treated' credits. Projects must be located on private property within the County's Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) geography. The County has allocated up to $2,000,000 for these improvements. Proposals are due November 13, 2025, at 3:00 PM EST via the P.O.R.T. eProcurement system. A virtual pre-proposal conference is scheduled for September 30, 2025, and the deadline for clarifications is October 17, 2025.
Technical and Cost Proposals, Signed Affidavit, Bid Bond (if required), Maintenance Plans, Financing Plan, Project Schedule
Proposed plan and approach (Priority #1), Experience and technical competence (Priority #2), Staff qualifications (Priority #3), Risk mitigation (Priority #4), Cost (40% weight), Technical requirements (60% weight)
SUMMARY
Anne Arundel County, Maryland is soliciting proposals from qualified contractors for the turnkey implementation of water quality improvement practices on private properties.
The scope includes design, permitting, construction, and potentially five years of functional maintenance to achieve pollutant reductions (nitrogen, phosphorus, sediment) and 'impervious acres treated' credits. Projects must be located on private property within the County's Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) geography. The County has allocated up to $2,000,000 for these improvements. Proposals are due November 13, 2025, at 3:00 PM EST via the P.O.R.T. eProcurement system. A virtual pre-proposal conference is scheduled for September 30, 2025, and the deadline for clarifications is October 17, 2025.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Proposed plan and approach (Priority #1)
- Experience and technical competence (Priority #2)
- Staff qualifications (Priority #3)
- Risk mitigation (Priority #4)
- Cost (40% weight)
- Technical requirements (60% weight)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Technical and Cost Proposals
- Signed Affidavit
- Bid Bond (if required)
- Maintenance Plans
- Financing Plan
- Project Schedule
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- AFFIDAVIT.pdf
- COST PROPOSAL FORM.pdf
- Vendor-Contractor Information Sheet.pdf
- Prevailing Wage Affidavit.pdf
- Attachment 1.pdf
- Submit to
- Electronic submission via P.O.R.T. system (https://www.aacounty.org/PORT)
- Scope location
- Anne Arundel County, MD
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Anne Arundel County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 13, 2025. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Electronic submission via P.O.R.T. system (https://www.aacounty.org/PORT). For questions, contact Kim Lee.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Anne Arundel County in MD, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Kim Lee at (410) 222-4142. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Technical and Cost Proposals, Signed Affidavit, Bid Bond (if required), Maintenance Plans, Financing Plan, Project Schedule. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Proposed plan and approach (Priority #1), Experience and technical competence (Priority #2), Staff qualifications (Priority #3), Risk mitigation (Priority #4), Cost (40% weight), Technical requirement..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Anne Arundel County?
All active and historical solicitations from Anne Arundel County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Anne Arundel County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: AFFIDAVIT.pdf, COST PROPOSAL FORM.pdf, Vendor-Contractor Information Sheet.pdf, Prevailing Wage Affidavit.pdf, Attachment 1.pdf. Review the full document from Anne Arundel County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Anne Arundel County, MD. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.