City of Fruita - As Needed Wastewater Treatment and Collections Engineering Services - RFP-COF-15-26 (2026)
City of FruitaCity · Fruita, CO- Due
- Dec 1, 2026
- 34 days left
- Posted
- Oct 16, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- MacKenzie Erickson
- (970) 858-3663 ext 6054
The 30-second brief
The City of Fruita is requesting proposals from qualified professional engineering firms to provide comprehensive engineering services on an as-needed basis for its wastewater treatment facility and collections system. The municipality operates a 2.33 MGD wastewater treatment plant using activated sludge oxidation ditches and ATAD solids handling, along with approximately 90 miles of gravity sewer mains, 8 lift stations, and 4.3 miles of force mains. Services include civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering, SCADA, regulatory compliance, permitting, planning and design reports, bidding and construction support, treatment process modeling, and condition assessments. The initial contract term is 12 months with four optional 1-year renewal terms. Proposals are due by December 1, 2026, at 2:30 PM MST via BidNet Direct RMEPS. Questions are due by November 6, 2026.
Scope of Proposal (30%), Company and Staff Qualifications, Relevant Services Experiences, and References (30%), Cost (20%), Implementation (20%)
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Summary
The City of Fruita is requesting proposals from qualified professional engineering firms to provide comprehensive engineering services on an as-needed basis for its wastewater treatment facility and collections system.
The municipality operates a 2.33 MGD wastewater treatment plant using activated sludge oxidation ditches and ATAD solids handling, along with approximately 90 miles of gravity sewer mains, 8 lift stations, and 4.3 miles of force mains. Services include civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering, SCADA, regulatory compliance, permitting, planning and design reports, bidding and construction support, treatment process modeling, and condition assessments. The initial contract term is 12 months with four optional 1-year renewal terms. Proposals are due by December 1, 2026, at 2:30 PM MST via BidNet Direct RMEPS. Questions are due by November 6, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Cover Letter
- Company Qualifications
- Relevant Services Experience & References
- Scope of Services & Deliverables
- Cost of Services
- Solicitation Response Form
- Submit to
- https://www.bidnetdirect.com/colorado
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Fruita, CO
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Fruita?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 1, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.bidnetdirect.com/colorado. For questions, contact MacKenzie Erickson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Fruita in CO, 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 MacKenzie Erickson at (970) 858-3663 ext 6054. 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: "Scope of Proposal (30%), Company and Staff Qualifications, Relevant Services Experiences, and References (30%), Cost (20%), Implementation (20%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Fruita?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Fruita are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Fruita 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 December 1, 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Cover Letter, Company Qualifications, Relevant Services Experience & References, Scope of Services & Deliverables, Cost of Services, Solicitation Response Form. Review the full document from City of Fruita for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Fruita, CO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.