Clark County Professional Consulting Services for Solid Waste RFP #947
Clark CountyCounty · Vancouver, WA- Due
- Mar 25, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 21, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Joelle Loescher
- 564-397-8126
The 30-second brief
Clark County is seeking proposals for professional consulting services to facilitate the Regional Solid Waste System Steering Committee (RSWSSC) in evaluating and implementing changes to the regional solid waste system. Services include facilitation, legal and financial analysis, and administrative support. This is a qualifications-based selection process.
Project documents, Invoices/Billing, Meeting Agendas, Project Plan, Review Cost-Benefit Analysis of Transfer Station Ownership/Operation Options, Meetings with County team, Meetings with RSWSSC, Meetings with individual RSWSSC members, Meetings with Stakeholders, Meetings with FCS Group, Presentations, RSWSSC Spring/Fall Meetings, RSWSSC Annual Retreat Meetings, Additional meetings TBD, Team Charter, Project Charter, Project Communications Management Plan, Project Schedule/Gantt Chart, Project Management Plan, Project Stakeholder Engagement Plan, Risk Management Plan, Other documents (as needed), Research/Findings, Review schedule/timeline/milestones, Public ownership options developed, Cost/Benefit Analysis review, Present options for legal governance structure, Lead and facilitate "Summit" meeting, Finalize formation of public entity, Develop "Core Values", Develop "Guiding Principles", Memorandum of Agreement b/w RSWSSC members, Assist RSWSSC, Interlocal Agreement (Draft), Amendment to extend, Next steps/transition plan, Final documents due.
Tier 1: Proposal approach (40%), Qualifications (30%), Project management approach (30%). Tier 2: Presentation quality (40%), Interview responses (40%), References (20%).
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Summary
Clark County is seeking proposals for professional consulting services to facilitate the Regional Solid Waste System Steering Committee (RSWSSC) in evaluating and implementing changes to the regional solid waste system.
Services include facilitation, legal and financial analysis, and administrative support. This is a qualifications-based selection process.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Tier 2: Presentation quality (40%), Interview responses (40%), References (20%).
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
37- Project documents
- Invoices/Billing
- Meeting Agendas
- Project Plan
- Review Cost-Benefit Analysis of Transfer Station Ownership/Operation Options
- Meetings with County team
- Meetings with RSWSSC
- Meetings with individual RSWSSC members
- Meetings with Stakeholders
- Meetings with FCS Group
- Presentations
- RSWSSC Spring/Fall Meetings
- RSWSSC Annual Retreat Meetings
- Additional meetings TBD
- Team Charter
- Project Charter
- Project Communications Management Plan
- Project Schedule/Gantt Chart
- Project Management Plan
- Project Stakeholder Engagement Plan
- Risk Management Plan
- Other documents (as needed)
- Research/Findings
- Review schedule/timeline/milestones
- Public ownership options developed
- Cost/Benefit Analysis review
- Present options for legal governance structure
- Lead and facilitate "Summit" meeting
- Finalize formation of public entity
- Develop "Core Values"
- Develop "Guiding Principles"
- Memorandum of Agreement b/w RSWSSC members
- Assist RSWSSC
- Interlocal Agreement (Draft)
- Amendment to extend
- Next steps/transition plan
- Final documents due
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Attachment A: Cover Sheet
- Attachment B: Letter of Interest
- Attachment C: Certification Regarding Debarment
- Suspension and Other Responsibility Matters
- Submit to
- Clark County, ATTN: Office of Purchasing, 1300 Franklin Street, 6th Floor, Suite 650, Vancouver WA 98660
- Duration
- 48 months
- Scope location
- Clark County
- Reported agency
- Clark County Washington
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Clark County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 25, 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: Clark County, ATTN: Office of Purchasing, 1300 Franklin Street, 6th Floor, Suite 650, Vancouver WA 98660. For questions, contact Joelle Loescher.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Clark County in WA, 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 Joelle Loescher at 564-397-8126. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Project documents, Invoices/Billing, Meeting Agendas, Project Plan, Review Cost-Benefit Analysis of Transfer Station Ownership/Operation Options, Meetings with County team, Meetings with RSWSSC, Meetings with individual RSWSSC members, Meetings with Stakeholders, Meetings with FCS Group, Presentatio. 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: "Tier 1: Proposal approach (40%), Qualifications (30%), Project management approach (30%). Tier 2: Presentation quality (40%), Interview responses (40%), References (20%)." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Clark County?
All active and historical solicitations from Clark County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Clark County 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Attachment A: Cover Sheet, Attachment B: Letter of Interest, Attachment C: Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension and Other Responsibility Matters. Review the full document from Clark County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Clark County. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.