Grays Harbor County Professional Planning Services RFQ 2026
Grays Harbor CountyCounty · Montesano, WA- Due
- Sep 11, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Kyle Scott
- (360) 249-4222 ext 1859
The 30-second brief
The Grays Harbor County Board of Commissioners is soliciting statements of qualifications for professional planning services. The scope of work includes general land use planning, comprehensive planning, project planning, facilitation, grant writing, and solid waste management planning. Specific experience with Washington State Department of Ecology solid waste planning requirements and grant-funded projects is preferred. Submittals must include a letter of interest (max 2 pages), a resume for the primary project manager, and a list of applicable projects. The selected firm must provide professional liability, commercial general liability, and auto liability insurance. Submissions are due by September 11, 2026, at 4:30 PM via email or physical delivery to the Utilities & Development Division in Montesano, WA.
Letter of interest, Resume of primary project manager, List of applicable projects
Relative qualifications, experience, interview of selected candidates
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Summary
The Grays Harbor County Board of Commissioners is soliciting statements of qualifications for professional planning services.
The scope of work includes general land use planning, comprehensive planning, project planning, facilitation, grant writing, and solid waste management planning. Specific experience with Washington State Department of Ecology solid waste planning requirements and grant-funded projects is preferred. Submittals must include a letter of interest (max 2 pages), a resume for the primary project manager, and a list of applicable projects. The selected firm must provide professional liability, commercial general liability, and auto liability insurance. Submissions are due by September 11, 2026, at 4:30 PM via email or physical delivery to the Utilities & Development Division in Montesano, WA.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Relative qualifications
- Experience
- Interview of selected candidates
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Letter of interest
- Resume of primary project manager
- List of applicable projects
REQUIRED STAFFING
project manager, project planner
- Submit to
- 100 W Broadway, Ste 31, Montesano, WA 98563
- Scope location
- Montesano, WA
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Grays Harbor County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 11, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: 100 W Broadway, Ste 31, Montesano, WA 98563. For questions, contact Kyle Scott.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Grays Harbor County in WA, 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?
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 Kyle Scott at (360) 249-4222 ext 1859. 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, project planner. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Letter of interest, Resume of primary project manager, List of applicable projects. 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: "Relative qualifications, experience, interview of selected candidates" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Grays Harbor County?
All active and historical solicitations from Grays Harbor County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Grays Harbor County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Grays Harbor 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: Montesano, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.