Columbia County - Climate Action Plan (CAP) Development Services - RFP #26-010 (2026)
Columbia CountyCounty · Hudson, NY- Due
- Oct 29, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 22, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Marissa Hogencamp
- (518) 828-2031
The 30-second brief
Columbia County is seeking an experienced planning consultant to assist in a stakeholder-driven planning process to develop a Climate Action Plan (CAP) for both government operations and the broader community. The project includes reviewing greenhouse gas (GHG) inventories (Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions), analyzing emission sources and sinks from land-use, agriculture, and forestry, and developing GHG reduction strategies, goals, and reduction targets. The scope encompasses community outreach, stakeholder engagement, public hearings, energy conservation measures for County-owned buildings, fleet electrification, metrics to track reductions, and the preparation of a final adoptable CAP document. The initial contract term is for two years with an option for two 6-month extensions, with an allocated budget of up to $90,000. Proposals are due by October 29, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. Vendor questions are due by October 5, 2026, at 4:00 P.M. The project includes MWBE (30%) and SDVOB (6%) utilization goals.
Previous experience with GHG inventories, climate action planning, and mitigation strategies, including examples of work completed (10 Points), Previous experience with communications and community engagement strategies including identifying and soliciting feedback from stakeholders and hard to reach populations (10 Points), Technical capability including industry knowledge, preparation of plans, understanding of modeling, and other digital capabilities (10 Points), Demonstrated knowledge of rural communities similar to Columbia County (10 Points), Demonstrated understanding of agriculture and forestry land uses, and their contributions to GHG emissions and sequestration (10 Points), Thoroughness of the proposed plan, process, tasks, strategy development methodology, project timeline, deliverables, and use of resources (10 Points), Cost Proposal, the total cost and individual costs of the proposed tasks (5 Points), References and client testimonials (10 Points), Ability to contribute toward MWBE/SDVOB participation requirements (5 Points)
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Summary
Columbia County is seeking an experienced planning consultant to assist in a stakeholder-driven planning process to develop a Climate Action Plan (CAP) for both government operations and the broader community.
The project includes reviewing greenhouse gas (GHG) inventories (Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions), analyzing emission sources and sinks from land-use, agriculture, and forestry, and developing GHG reduction strategies, goals, and reduction targets. The scope encompasses community outreach, stakeholder engagement, public hearings, energy conservation measures for County-owned buildings, fleet electrification, metrics to track reductions, and the preparation of a final adoptable CAP document. The initial contract term is for two years with an option for two 6-month extensions, with an allocated budget of up to $90,000. Proposals are due by October 29, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. Vendor questions are due by October 5, 2026, at 4:00 P.M. The project includes MWBE (30%) and SDVOB (6%) utilization goals.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Previous experience with GHG inventories, climate action planning, and mitigation strategies, including examples of work completed (10 Points), Previous experience with communications and community engagement strategies including identifying and soliciting feedback from stakeholders and hard to reach populations (10 Points), Technical capability including industry knowledge, preparation of plans, understanding of modeling, and other digital capabilities (10 Points), Demonstrated knowledge of rural communities similar to Columbia County (10 Points), Demonstrated understanding of agriculture and forestry land uses, and their contributions to GHG emissions and sequestration (10 Points), Thoroughness of the proposed plan, process, tasks, strategy development methodology, project timeline, deliverables, and use of resources (10 Points), Cost Proposal, the total cost and individual costs of the proposed tasks (5 Points), References and client testimonials (10 Points), Ability to contribute toward MWBE/SDVOB participation requirements (5 Points)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
13- Statement of Qualifications
- Including resumes and references
- Description of Proposed Services & Demonstrated Understanding of Project
- Cost Proposal
- MWBE/SDVOB Certification
- If applicable
- Exceptions
- If applicable
- Alternatives
- If applicable
- Non-Collusive Bidding Certificate
- Certification of Compliance with Iran Divestment Act
- Addenda Page
- Submit to
- Columbia County Central Services, 401 State St., Hudson, New York 12534
- Duration
- 24 months
- Scope location
- Hudson, NY
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Columbia County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 29, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Columbia County Central Services, 401 State St., Hudson, New York 12534. For questions, contact Marissa Hogencamp.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Columbia County in NY, 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 Marissa Hogencamp at (518) 828-2031. 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: "Previous experience with GHG inventories, climate action planning, and mitigation strategies, including examples of work completed (10 Points), Previous experience with communications and community en..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Columbia County?
All active and historical solicitations from Columbia County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Columbia 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 2 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: Statement of Qualifications, including resumes and references, Description of Proposed Services & Demonstrated Understanding of Project, Cost Proposal, MWBE/SDVOB Certification, if applicable, Excepti. Review the full document from Columbia 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: Hudson, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.