City of Kalispell - Water and Wastewater Cost of Service and Rate Study and Water, Wastewater, and Stormwater Impact Fee - 2026
City of KalispellCity · Kalispell, MT- Due
- Nov 13, 2026
- 15 days left
- Posted
- Oct 4, 2026
- Primary contact
- Susie Turner
- (406) 758-7852
The 30-second brief
The City of Kalispell is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from qualified professional service firms to complete a comprehensive water and wastewater cost of service and rate study, update water and wastewater impact fees, and develop or update a stormwater impact fee. The work aims to provide legally supportable, transparent methodologies aligning utility rates and impact fees with operating costs, capital needs, debt obligations, system capacity, and growth-related infrastructure requirements. The selected consultant will provide technical analysis, financial modeling, implementation tools, written reports, and presentations for City staff, the Impact Fee Advisory Committee, City Council, and the public. Submittals are due by November 13, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Mountain Time via QuestCDN vBid.
Technical memorandum(s), Draft and final water and wastewater cost of service and rate study report, Draft and final water and wastewater impact fee study report, Draft and final stormwater impact fee study report, Recommended rate schedules and impact fee schedules, Editable financial models, Calculation workbooks, And supporting schedules, Presentation materials, A concise implementation summary
Firm Qualifications and Organization (10 points), Relevant Experience (20 points), Project Team (10 points), Understanding and Technical Approach (30 points), Project Management and Schedule (20 points), Other Relevant Factors (10 points)
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Summary
The City of Kalispell is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from qualified professional service firms to complete a comprehensive water and wastewater cost of service and rate study, update water and wastewater impact fees, and develop or update a stormwater impact fee.
The work aims to provide legally supportable, transparent methodologies aligning utility rates and impact fees with operating costs, capital needs, debt obligations, system capacity, and growth-related infrastructure requirements. The selected consultant will provide technical analysis, financial modeling, implementation tools, written reports, and presentations for City staff, the Impact Fee Advisory Committee, City Council, and the public. Submittals are due by November 13, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Mountain Time via QuestCDN vBid.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Technical memorandum(s), Draft and final water and wastewater cost of service and rate study report, Draft and final water and wastewater impact fee study report, Draft and final stormwater impact fee study report, Recommended rate schedules and impact fee schedules, Editable financial models, Calculation workbooks, And supporting schedules, Presentation materials, A concise implementation summary
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Cover letter
- Submit to
- QuestCDN vBid
- Scope location
- Kalispell, MT
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Kalispell?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 13, 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: QuestCDN vBid. For questions, contact Susie Turner.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Kalispell in MT, 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 Susie Turner at (406) 758-7852. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Technical memorandum(s), Draft and final water and wastewater cost of service and rate study report, Draft and final water and wastewater impact fee study report, Draft and final stormwater impact fee study report, Recommended rate schedules and impact fee schedules, Editable financial models, Calcu. 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: "Firm Qualifications and Organization (10 points), Relevant Experience (20 points), Project Team (10 points), Understanding and Technical Approach (30 points), Project Management and Schedule (20 point..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Kalispell?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Kalispell are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Kalispell regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 13, 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 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: Cover letter. Review the full document from City of Kalispell for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Kalispell, MT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.