City of Groton - Professional Consulting Services for Harbor Management Plan Update - Bid Proposal # 9-28-2026 (2026)
City of GrotonCity · Groton, CT- Due
- Oct 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 29, 2026
- Primary contact
- Dominic Jengo
- (860) 446-4100
The 30-second brief
The City of Groton invites qualified consulting firms to submit proposals for professional consulting services to prepare a focused update to the City's Harbor Management Plan (HMP). The selected consultant shall work collaboratively with the Harbor Management Commission (HMC), City staff, the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (CT DEEP), and neighboring agencies to produce a DEEP-ready updated HMP reflecting current conditions. Key service components include project kickoff, existing conditions inventory, harbor facilities inventory, navigation analysis, environmental resources assessment, draft Harbor Management Plan, finalization, and implementation strategy. Required qualifications include demonstrated experience in Connecticut harbor management plans, coastal planning, environmental planning, and multidisciplinary project management. Proposals are due by 2:00 p.m. on October 20, 2026, submitted as three physical paper copies and a USB digital copy to the Purchasing Agent at 295 Meridian St, Groton, CT 06340. Written inquiries will be accepted up to October 12, 2026. Evaluation criteria include responsiveness, qualifications, relevant experience, technical approach, and proposed cost.
Project management plan, Existing conditions report, Draft HMP update, Final editable Word document, Searchable PDF, Complete DEEP submission package
Responsiveness, Qualifications, Relevant experience, Technical approach, Proposed cost
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Summary
The City of Groton invites qualified consulting firms to submit proposals for professional consulting services to prepare a focused update to the City's Harbor Management Plan (HMP).
The selected consultant shall work collaboratively with the Harbor Management Commission (HMC), City staff, the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (CT DEEP), and neighboring agencies to produce a DEEP-ready updated HMP reflecting current conditions. Key service components include project kickoff, existing conditions inventory, harbor facilities inventory, navigation analysis, environmental resources assessment, draft Harbor Management Plan, finalization, and implementation strategy. Required qualifications include demonstrated experience in Connecticut harbor management plans, coastal planning, environmental planning, and multidisciplinary project management. Proposals are due by 2:00 p.m. on October 20, 2026, submitted as three physical paper copies and a USB digital copy to the Purchasing Agent at 295 Meridian St, Groton, CT 06340. Written inquiries will be accepted up to October 12, 2026. Evaluation criteria include responsiveness, qualifications, relevant experience, technical approach, and proposed cost.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Responsiveness
- Qualifications
- Relevant experience
- Technical approach
- Proposed cost
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Project management plan
- Existing conditions report
- Draft HMP update
- Final editable Word document
- Searchable PDF
- Complete DEEP submission package
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Mandatory Proposal Forms 1 through 6
- Qualifications and General Information
- Statement of Technical Approach
- Resources list and resumes
- Project experience references
- Fee proposal
- Certifications
- Submit to
- 295 Meridian St, Groton, CT 06340
- Scope location
- Groton, CT
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Groton?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 20, 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: 295 Meridian St, Groton, CT 06340. For questions, contact Dominic Jengo.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Groton in CT, 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 Dominic Jengo at (860) 446-4100. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Project management plan, Existing conditions report, Draft HMP update, Final editable Word document, Searchable PDF, Complete DEEP submission package. 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, Qualifications, Relevant experience, Technical approach, Proposed cost" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Groton?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Groton are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Groton regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Mandatory Proposal Forms 1 through 6, Qualifications and General Information, Statement of Technical Approach, Resources list and resumes, Project experience references, Fee proposal, Certifications. Review the full document from City of Groton for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Groton, CT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.