City of Greensboro Laboratory Services for Taxonomy of Benthic Macroinvertebrates RFP 2026
City of GreensboroCity · Greensboro, NC- Due
- Jan 1, 2027
- 51 days left
- Posted
- Nov 2, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Eric Cohen-Kivett
- (336) 373-2000
The 30-second brief
The City of Greensboro Water Resources Stormwater Management Division seeks proposals for laboratory services for the taxonomic identification of benthic macroinvertebrates to the lowest taxonomic level across three watersheds (North Buffalo, South Buffalo, Watershed) involving 39 sampling sites over a three-year contract period. The work includes determining total taxa richness, EPT taxa richness, North Carolina Biotic Index Values (NCBI), final bioclassifications, abundance values, quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) documentation, and a comprehensive report. Submissions are due by January 1, 2027, at 5:00 PM. Questions are due by December 7, 2026. Evaluation criteria include responsiveness, understanding of project scope, qualifications of personnel and staff, municipal experience and references, consultant availability and flexibility, special certifications (NC Division of Water Resources Certified Biological Laboratory and Society of Freshwater Science Taxonomic Certification), local preference, and cost.
Taxonomic identification of benthic macroinvertebrates to lowest taxonomic level, Comprehensive species list with abundance values, Calculation of total taxa richness, EPT taxa richness and North Carolina Biotic Index Values (NCBI), Final bioclassifications, QA/QC documentation, Spreadsheet of results, And comprehensive report.
Responsiveness to RFP (5), Understanding of Project and Scope of Services (25), Qualifications of Personnel/Staff (25), Capacity including municipal experience and references (15), Availability and flexibility of consultant (15), Special terms or conditions including certifications (0), Local Preference (0), Cost of services rendered (15)
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Summary
The City of Greensboro Water Resources Stormwater Management Division seeks proposals for laboratory services for the taxonomic identification of benthic macroinvertebrates to the lowest taxonomic level across three watersheds (North Buffalo, South Buffalo, Watershed) involving 39 sampling sites over a three-year contract period.
The work includes determining total taxa richness, EPT taxa richness, North Carolina Biotic Index Values (NCBI), final bioclassifications, abundance values, quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) documentation, and a comprehensive report. Submissions are due by January 1, 2027, at 5:00 PM. Questions are due by December 7, 2026. Evaluation criteria include responsiveness, understanding of project scope, qualifications of personnel and staff, municipal experience and references, consultant availability and flexibility, special certifications (NC Division of Water Resources Certified Biological Laboratory and Society of Freshwater Science Taxonomic Certification), local preference, and cost.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Taxonomic identification of benthic macroinvertebrates to lowest taxonomic level
- Comprehensive species list with abundance values
- Calculation of total taxa richness
- EPT taxa richness and North Carolina Biotic Index Values (NCBI)
- Final bioclassifications
- QA/QC documentation
- Spreadsheet of results
- Comprehensive report
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Transmittal letter, Consultant’s Description of Scope of Services, Key Personnel resumes and availability, Preliminary Cost Estimate, Certificate of Insurance naming the City of Greensboro as additional insured, Small Business Enterprise (SBE) certifications if applicable
- Submit to
- Eric Cohen-Kivett, City of Greensboro Water Resources Department, 2602 S. Elm-Eugene St, Greensboro, NC 27402-3136 or by email to [email protected]
- Scope location
- Greensboro, NC
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Greensboro?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 1, 2027. 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: Eric Cohen-Kivett, City of Greensboro Water Resources Department, 2602 S. Elm-Eugene St, Greensboro, NC 27402-3136 or by email to [email protected]. For questions, contact Eric Cohen-Kivett.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Greensboro in NC, 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 Eric Cohen-Kivett at (336) 373-2000. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Taxonomic identification of benthic macroinvertebrates to lowest taxonomic level, Comprehensive species list with abundance values, Calculation of total taxa richness, EPT taxa richness and North Carolina Biotic Index Values (NCBI), Final bioclassifications, QA/QC documentation, Spreadsheet of resul. 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: "Responsiveness to RFP (5), Understanding of Project and Scope of Services (25), Qualifications of Personnel/Staff (25), Capacity including municipal experience and references (15), Availability and fl..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of January 1, 2027, 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: Transmittal letter, Consultant’s Description of Scope of Services, Key Personnel resumes and availability, Preliminary Cost Estimate, Certificate of Insurance naming the City of Greensboro as addition. Review the full document from City of Greensboro for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Greensboro, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.