Deschutes Valley Water District - Opal Springs Hydroelectric Facility FERC Relicensing Support Services - RFP 2026
Deschutes Valley Water DistrictSpecial District · Madras, OR- Due
- Oct 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- Joel Gehrett
The 30-second brief
The Deschutes Valley Water District invites qualified consulting firms to submit proposals for professional consulting services associated with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) relicensing of the Opal Springs Hydroelectric Generation Facility (FERC License No. 5891) in Madras, Oregon. The selected consultant will support the District through all phases of the FERC relicensing process, including licensing strategy and regulatory coordination, environmental and technical studies, engineering and operations support, stakeholder and public engagement, licensing documentation, and application preparation. Proposals are evaluated based on relevant FERC relicensing experience (25 pts), qualifications of project team (25 pts), understanding of project and technical approach (25 pts), experience with Oregon and Pacific Northwest regulatory environment (10 pts), public agency and stakeholder coordination experience (10 pts), and references and past performance (5 pts). The proposal due date is October 2, 2026, with questions due by September 11, 2026. Submissions must be sent electronically to [email protected].
Relevant FERC Relicensing Experience 25, Qualifications of Project Team 25, Understanding of Project and Technical Approach 25, Experience with Oregon and Pacific Northwest Regulatory Environment 10, Public Agency and Stakeholder Coordination Experience 10, References and Past Performance 5
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Summary
The Deschutes Valley Water District invites qualified consulting firms to submit proposals for professional consulting services associated with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) relicensing of the Opal Springs Hydroelectric Generation Facility (FERC License No. 5891) in Madras, Oregon.
The selected consultant will support the District through all phases of the FERC relicensing process, including licensing strategy and regulatory coordination, environmental and technical studies, engineering and operations support, stakeholder and public engagement, licensing documentation, and application preparation. Proposals are evaluated based on relevant FERC relicensing experience (25 pts), qualifications of project team (25 pts), understanding of project and technical approach (25 pts), experience with Oregon and Pacific Northwest regulatory environment (10 pts), public agency and stakeholder coordination experience (10 pts), and references and past performance (5 pts). The proposal due date is October 2, 2026, with questions due by September 11, 2026. Submissions must be sent electronically to [email protected].
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Relevant FERC Relicensing Experience 25
- Qualifications of Project Team 25
- Understanding of Project and Technical Approach 25
- Experience with Oregon and Pacific Northwest Regulatory Environment 10
- Public Agency and Stakeholder Coordination Experience 10
- References and Past Performance 5
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Certification regarding non-discrimination compliance
- Statement regarding conflicts of interest
- Insurance capability statement
- Litigation or claims history relevant to professional services
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Madras, Oregon
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Deschutes Valley Water District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 2, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Joel Gehrett.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Deschutes Valley Water District in OR, 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 Joel Gehrett. 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: "Relevant FERC Relicensing Experience 25, Qualifications of Project Team 25, Understanding of Project and Technical Approach 25, Experience with Oregon and Pacific Northwest Regulatory Environment 10,..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Deschutes Valley Water District?
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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: Certification regarding non-discrimination compliance, Statement regarding conflicts of interest, Insurance capability statement, Litigation or claims history relevant to professional services. Review the full document from Deschutes Valley Water District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Madras, Oregon. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.