El Paso Water - Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) Facility at RRBWWTP - RFQ56-26 (2026)
El Paso WaterUtility District · El Paso, TX- Due
- Nov 25, 2026
- 40 days left
- Posted
- Sep 20, 2026
- Contract term
- 15 years
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
El Paso Water invites qualifications for a two-step Public-Private Partnership (P3) project to design, finance, construct, operate, and maintain a Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) facility at the Roberto R. Bustamante Wastewater Treatment Plant (RRBWWTP). The project involves transforming biogas from the plant's anaerobic digestion process into pipeline-quality RNG for injection into the ONE Gas network, generating RINs and long-term value. Key work elements include biogas pre-treatment, RNG upgrading systems, pipeline interconnection, commissioning, and a 15-year operations and maintenance term. Submissions are due by November 25, 2026, with a non-mandatory pre-proposal meeting on October 6, 2026, and a questions deadline of October 13, 2026. Evaluation criteria emphasize financial condition, safety records, proposed staff and technical capabilities, and comparable municipal RNG project experience.
Financial Condition and Management Stability (25 Points), Safety (15 Points), Proposed Staff, Resources, Organization, and Technical Capability (30 Points), Experience (30 Points)
SUMMARY
El Paso Water invites qualifications for a two-step Public-Private Partnership (P3) project to design, finance, construct, operate, and maintain a Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) facility at the Roberto R. Bustamante Wastewater Treatment Plant (RRBWWTP).
The project involves transforming biogas from the plant's anaerobic digestion process into pipeline-quality RNG for injection into the ONE Gas network, generating RINs and long-term value. Key work elements include biogas pre-treatment, RNG upgrading systems, pipeline interconnection, commissioning, and a 15-year operations and maintenance term. Submissions are due by November 25, 2026, with a non-mandatory pre-proposal meeting on October 6, 2026, and a questions deadline of October 13, 2026. Evaluation criteria emphasize financial condition, safety records, proposed staff and technical capabilities, and comparable municipal RNG project experience.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
- Submit to
- https://epwater.ionwave.net/HomePage.aspx
- Scope location
- El Paso, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFQ from El Paso Water?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 25, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: https://epwater.ionwave.net/HomePage.aspx.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including El Paso Water in TX, 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 RFQ submission deadline?
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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: "Financial Condition and Management Stability (25 Points), Safety (15 Points), Proposed Staff, Resources, Organization, and Technical Capability (30 Points), Experience (30 Points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from El Paso Water?
All active and historical solicitations from El Paso Water are tracked and searchable. As a utility district agency, El Paso Water 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 15 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 25, 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 RFQ?
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. Review the full document from El Paso Water for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: El Paso, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.