Clear Creek County - Feasibility Study for Grizzly Gulch Reservoir RFP 2026
Clear Creek CountyCounty · Clear Creek County, CO- Due
- Dec 1, 2026
- 24 days left
- Posted
- Nov 3, 2026
- Duration
- 7 months
- Primary contact
- Lisa Leben
- (303) 679-2434
The 30-second brief
Clear Creek County is seeking proposals from qualified consultants to conduct a comprehensive feasibility study for the Grizzly Gulch Reservoir project, supported by a CWCB Water Plan Grant. The scope includes evaluating Colorado water law, water supply availability, geotechnical conditions, environmental impacts, landowner impact analysis, economic assessment, and cost-benefit analysis for the 400-acre-foot conditional storage right. The maximum contract budget is $85,000, with all deliverables required by June 30, 2027. Proposals are due by December 1, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. MST, and must be submitted via email to Lisa Leben.
The County seeks consultants with demonstrated experience in: Colorado Water Law Water development projects Working in rural, mountainous, and/or geographically constrained locations Public-private partnerships Firms must demonstrate: Technical expertise Prior experience preparing Feasibility Studies or ability to produce one Capacity to complete work by June 30, 2027
Qualifications and ability to perform the services requested (50 Points), Relevant experience with similar projects (20), Rural / mountainous and contextual understanding (10), Staffing capacity to meet the project schedule (10), Qualifications of staff assigned to this project (10), Execution of the scope of work (50 Points), Project approach and methodology (20), Implementation, readiness, and deliverables (10), Work plan, schedule, and milestones (10), Project budget and cost alignment (10)
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Summary
Clear Creek County is seeking proposals from qualified consultants to conduct a comprehensive feasibility study for the Grizzly Gulch Reservoir project, supported by a CWCB Water Plan Grant.
The scope includes evaluating Colorado water law, water supply availability, geotechnical conditions, environmental impacts, landowner impact analysis, economic assessment, and cost-benefit analysis for the 400-acre-foot conditional storage right. The maximum contract budget is $85,000, with all deliverables required by June 30, 2027. Proposals are due by December 1, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. MST, and must be submitted via email to Lisa Leben.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
The County seeks consultants with demonstrated experience in: Colorado Water Law Water development projects Working in rural, mountainous, and/or geographically constrained locations Public-private partnerships Firms must demonstrate: Technical expertise Prior experience preparing Feasibility Studies or ability to produce one Capacity to complete work by June 30, 2027
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Cover Letter, Firm name, address, and contact information, Authorized representative signature, Statement of commitment to complete the work within the contract period, Organizational Overview, Legal status of the firm, Mission and relevance to this work, Organizational structure, Identification of key personnel assigned to the project, Summary of staff qualifications and roles, Relevant Experience, Description of at least two (2) recent projects involving water studies, analyses, reports, Scope and outcomes of each project, References, Proposed Approach, Detailed project plan, Proposed schedule with milestones, Description of methodology, Description of coordination with local governmental agencies, Budget, Detailed fee proposal, Total project fee, Identification of any optional services or change order rates, Conflict of Interest Statement, Confirmation that the firm is not debarred or suspended
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Georgetown, CO
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Clear Creek County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 1, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Lisa Leben.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Clear Creek County in CO, 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 Lisa Leben at (303) 679-2434. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: The County seeks consultants with demonstrated experience in: Colorado Water Law Water development projects Working in rural, mountainous, and/or geographically constrained locations Public-private partnerships Firms must demonstrate: Technical expertise Prior experience preparing Feasibility Studie. 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: "Qualifications and ability to perform the services requested (50 Points), Relevant experience with similar projects (20), Rural / mountainous and contextual understanding (10), Staffing capacity to me..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Clear Creek County?
All active and historical solicitations from Clear Creek County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Clear Creek 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 7 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 1, 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 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: Cover Letter, Firm name, address, and contact information, Authorized representative signature, Statement of commitment to complete the work within the contract period, Organizational Overview, Legal. Review the full document from Clear Creek 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: Georgetown, CO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.