Central Arkansas Water - 2026 Lake Maumelle Watershed Technical Review - CAW# 26-17
Central Arkansas WaterUtility District · Little Rock, AR- Due
- Oct 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 10, 2026
- Primary contact
- Liz Tuck-Rowan
- (501) 377-1266
The 30-second brief
Central Arkansas Water requests qualifications from consulting firms to conduct a comprehensive technical review and assessment of the 2007 Lake Maumelle Watershed Management Plan. Scope includes evaluating watershed conditions, land use, hydrology, water quality, lake health, stormwater BMPs, and wastewater technology, utilizing USGS models, GIS mapping, and stakeholder outreach. Deliverables feature a Technical Review Report, GIS-based maps, redline recommendations, executive presentations, and an implementation scorecard. Submission deadline is October 1, 2026, with written questions due September 23, 2026. Evaluation criteria emphasize statement of qualifications, professional capability, experience with governmental entities, staff capability, and proximity to the service area in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Technical Review Report summarizing findings, Trend analyses, And recommendations; GIS based maps documenting land use changes, Protection progress, And key resource conditions; Redline/track change technical suggestions for the 2007 plan; Presentation to CAW Executive Leadership and Board summarizing results; Watershed Management Plan Implementation Scorecard
Statement of Qualifications (20), Professional Capability (20), Experience with Governmental Entities (20), Staff Capability/Workload (10), Familiarity with and proximity to the CAW service area (5), Past Projects of a similar nature (25)
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Summary
Central Arkansas Water requests qualifications from consulting firms to conduct a comprehensive technical review and assessment of the 2007 Lake Maumelle Watershed Management Plan.
Scope includes evaluating watershed conditions, land use, hydrology, water quality, lake health, stormwater BMPs, and wastewater technology, utilizing USGS models, GIS mapping, and stakeholder outreach. Deliverables feature a Technical Review Report, GIS-based maps, redline recommendations, executive presentations, and an implementation scorecard. Submission deadline is October 1, 2026, with written questions due September 23, 2026. Evaluation criteria emphasize statement of qualifications, professional capability, experience with governmental entities, staff capability, and proximity to the service area in Little Rock, Arkansas.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Technical Review Report summarizing findings, Trend analyses, And recommendations
- GIS based maps documenting land use changes, Protection progress, And key resource conditions
- Redline/track change technical suggestions for the 2007 plan
- Presentation to CAW Executive Leadership and Board summarizing results
- Watershed Management Plan Implementation Scorecard
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Completed and signed Response Signature Page
- Table of Contents
- Signed Addenda
- List of subcontractors
- Response to the Information for Evaluation section
- Submit to
- Central Arkansas Water, ATTN: Purchasing Section, 425 W. East Capitol Avenue, 8th Floor, Little Rock, AR 72201 / [email protected]
- Scope location
- Little Rock, AR
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Central Arkansas Water?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 1, 2026. 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: Central Arkansas Water, ATTN: Purchasing Section, 425 W. East Capitol Avenue, 8th Floor, Little Rock, AR 72201 / [email protected]. For questions, contact Liz Tuck-Rowan.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Central Arkansas Water in AR, 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 RFQ 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 Liz Tuck-Rowan at (501) 377-1266. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Technical Review Report summarizing findings, Trend analyses, And recommendations; GIS based maps documenting land use changes, Protection progress, And key resource conditions; Redline/track change technical suggestions for the 2007 plan; Presentation to CAW Executive Leadership and Board summarizi. 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: "Statement of Qualifications (20), Professional Capability (20), Experience with Governmental Entities (20), Staff Capability/Workload (10), Familiarity with and proximity to the CAW service area (5),..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Central Arkansas Water?
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What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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: Completed and signed Response Signature Page, Table of Contents, Signed Addenda, List of subcontractors, Response to the Information for Evaluation section. Review the full document from Central Arkansas Water for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Little Rock, AR. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.