City of Missoula - On-Call Water Rights Consulting Services for Missoula Water - 2026
City of MissoulaCity · Missoula, MT- Due
- Nov 19, 2026
- 16 days left
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Ashley Strayer
- (406) 552-6061
The 30-second brief
The City of Missoula Public Works Department is seeking statements of qualifications from qualified consulting firms to provide on-call water rights consulting services for Missoula Water. The selected consultant will support the City with active water right change proceedings, mitigation monitoring and reporting, Montana Water Court adjudication matters, Flynn-Lowney Ditch water rights technical assistance, Miller Creek mitigation monitoring, and due diligence for acquisition or leasing of water rights. Submissions are due by November 19, 2026, at 4:00 PM Mountain Time via email to [email protected]. Questions must be submitted by November 9, 2026. The initial work is expected to run through approximately December 2028 under an on-call professional services contract.
Project understanding and approach: 25%, Qualifications of key personnel: 20%, Experience with municipal water rights in Montana: 20%, Capacity to meet schedule and budget requirements: 15%, Past performance for the City of Missoula or references from similar communities: 10%, Availability and familiarity with locale: 7%, Local Preference: 3%
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Summary
The City of Missoula Public Works Department is seeking statements of qualifications from qualified consulting firms to provide on-call water rights consulting services for Missoula Water.
The selected consultant will support the City with active water right change proceedings, mitigation monitoring and reporting, Montana Water Court adjudication matters, Flynn-Lowney Ditch water rights technical assistance, Miller Creek mitigation monitoring, and due diligence for acquisition or leasing of water rights. Submissions are due by November 19, 2026, at 4:00 PM Mountain Time via email to [email protected]. Questions must be submitted by November 9, 2026. The initial work is expected to run through approximately December 2028 under an on-call professional services contract.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Project understanding and approach: 25%, Qualifications of key personnel: 20%, Experience with municipal water rights in Montana: 20%, Capacity to meet schedule and budget requirements: 15%, Past performance for the City of Missoula or references from similar communities: 10%, Availability and familiarity with locale: 7%, Local Preference: 3%
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Cover Letter
- Firm Qualifications
- Relevant Experience
- Project Team
- Project Understanding and Approach
- Capacity and Availability
- Conflicts and References
- Resumes
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Missoula, MT
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Missoula?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 19, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Ashley Strayer.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Missoula 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 Ashley Strayer at (406) 552-6061. 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: "Project understanding and approach: 25%, Qualifications of key personnel: 20%, Experience with municipal water rights in Montana: 20%, Capacity to meet schedule and budget requirements: 15%, Past perf..." 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 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 19, 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, Firm Qualifications, Relevant Experience, Project Team, Project Understanding and Approach, Capacity and Availability, Conflicts and References, Resumes. Review the full document from City of Missoula for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Missoula, MT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.