City of Bellevue Wastewater Treatment, MBR Restart, and Collection System Operations Services - RFP #2026-WWTP-01 (2026)
City of BellevueCity · Bellevue, ID- Due
- Nov 30, 2026
- 15 days left
- Posted
- Nov 11, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Kayme Backstrom
- (208) 788-2128
The 30-second brief
The City of Bellevue, Idaho seeks qualified vendors, firms, or contractors to facilitate the safe restart and commissioning of the membrane bioreactor (MBR) wastewater treatment plant, and provide ongoing operations and maintenance (O&M) services, collection system operations, and five lift stations. Project scope includes mobilization, current-condition and restart-readiness assessment, MBR restart and commissioning, startup, stabilization, recycled-water and lagoon operations, and CAS and regulatory compliance support. Proposals are due by November 30, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. MST, with questions due November 16, 2026. An optional facility tour is scheduled for November 19, 2026, at 31 Alyson Road. The contract includes an initial 1-year term with annual renewal options for up to 4 additional years.
MBR restart and commissioning approach, including hold points and acceptance criteria 25%, CAS, permit, monitoring, and reporting approach 20%, Qualifications and relevant MBR restart experience 20%, Staffing, licensing, operator coverage, and emergency response 15%, Safety, quality assurance, records, and training 10%, Evaluated cost, determined under Section 9 10%
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Summary
The City of Bellevue, Idaho seeks qualified vendors, firms, or contractors to facilitate the safe restart and commissioning of the membrane bioreactor (MBR) wastewater treatment plant, and provide ongoing operations and maintenance (O&M) services, collection system operations, and five lift stations.
Project scope includes mobilization, current-condition and restart-readiness assessment, MBR restart and commissioning, startup, stabilization, recycled-water and lagoon operations, and CAS and regulatory compliance support. Proposals are due by November 30, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. MST, with questions due November 16, 2026. An optional facility tour is scheduled for November 19, 2026, at 31 Alyson Road. The contract includes an initial 1-year term with annual renewal options for up to 4 additional years.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
17- MBR restart and commissioning approach
- Including hold points and acceptance criteria 25%
- CAS
- Permit
- Monitoring
- Reporting approach 20%
- Qualifications and relevant MBR restart experience 20%
- Staffing
- Licensing
- Operator coverage
- Emergency response 15%
- Safety
- Quality assurance
- Records
- Training 10%
- Evaluated cost
- Determined under Section 9 10%
- Submit to
- https://bellevueidaho.gov/request-for-proposal/
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Bellevue, ID
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Bellevue?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 30, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: https://bellevueidaho.gov/request-for-proposal/. For questions, contact Kayme Backstrom.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Bellevue in ID, 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 Kayme Backstrom at (208) 788-2128. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "MBR restart and commissioning approach, including hold points and acceptance criteria 25%, CAS, permit, monitoring, and reporting approach 20%, Qualifications and relevant MBR restart experience 20%,..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Bellevue?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Bellevue are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Bellevue 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 30, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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. Review the full document from City of Bellevue for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Bellevue, ID. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
