Edward Farrar Utility District High Level Governance & Financial Review RFP - 2026
Edward Farrar Utility DistrictSpecial District · Waterbury, VT- Due
- Nov 2, 2026
- 4 days left
- Posted
- Oct 20, 2026
- Primary contact
- William Woodruff
The 30-second brief
The Edward Farrar Utility District (EFUD) invites qualified consultants to submit proposals for a Phase 1, high-level assessment of EFUD's current charter, governance, and financial trajectory. The study will provide EFUD's Board of Utility Commissioners and District voters with a concise, independent assessment of whether current governance, charter, and financial trajectory perform as expected, and identify potential actions to improve operating efficiency and service quality. Services include a governance and charter review, financial and rate snapshot, water and sewer infrastructure and reserve capacity assessment, stakeholder interviews, and recommendations for next steps. Proposals are due by November 2, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. via email.
Draft final report, Presentation slide deck of draft final report, In-person public presentation of slide deck draft final report, Final report, Presentation slide deck of final report, In-person presentation of the final report to the Board
Demonstrated understanding of EFUD's context and scope objectives, Quality and practicality of proposed approach, Relevant experience and qualifications, Quality of previous work products, Realistic schedule, Cost effectiveness, Quality of references
Bids like this start as pre-RFPs. Get the next ones early.
Get matched pre-RFPs freeFree account · 30-second setup · No credit card
Summary
The Edward Farrar Utility District (EFUD) invites qualified consultants to submit proposals for a Phase 1, high-level assessment of EFUD's current charter, governance, and financial trajectory.
The study will provide EFUD's Board of Utility Commissioners and District voters with a concise, independent assessment of whether current governance, charter, and financial trajectory perform as expected, and identify potential actions to improve operating efficiency and service quality. Services include a governance and charter review, financial and rate snapshot, water and sewer infrastructure and reserve capacity assessment, stakeholder interviews, and recommendations for next steps. Proposals are due by November 2, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. via email.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Demonstrated understanding of EFUD's context and scope objectives
- Quality and practicality of proposed approach
- Relevant experience and qualifications
- Quality of previous work products
- Realistic schedule
- Cost effectiveness
- Quality of references
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Draft final report
- Presentation slide deck of draft final report
- In-person public presentation of slide deck draft final report
- Final report
- Presentation slide deck of final report
- In-person presentation of the final report to the Board
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Cover Letter, Proof of insurance
REQUIRED STAFFING
project manager, key personnel
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Waterbury, Vermont
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Edward Farrar Utility District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 2, 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 William Woodruff.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Edward Farrar Utility District in VT, 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 William Woodruff. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: project manager, key personnel. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Draft final report, Presentation slide deck of draft final report, In-person public presentation of slide deck draft final report, Final report, Presentation slide deck of final report, In-person presentation of the final report to the Board. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
Show 5 more questions
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Demonstrated understanding of EFUD's context and scope objectives, Quality and practicality of proposed approach, Relevant experience and qualifications, Quality of previous work products, Realistic s..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Edward Farrar Utility District?
All active and historical solicitations from Edward Farrar Utility District are tracked and searchable. As a special district agency, Edward Farrar Utility District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 2, 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, Proof of insurance. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Edward Farrar Utility 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: Waterbury, Vermont. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.