Kitsap County - Consultant Services for Selected Remedial Action at the closed Olalla Landfill - RFP 2026-031 (2026)
Kitsap CountyCounty · Port Orchard, WA- Due
- Oct 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 8, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Glen McNeill
- (360) 337-4789
The 30-second brief
Kitsap County Public Works Solid Waste Division is seeking qualified consultants for the ongoing implementation of selected remedial action at the closed Olalla Landfill, Kitsap County, Washington. The remedial action consists of natural attenuation of groundwater with monitoring and institutional controls, covering groundwater monitoring wells, surface water monitoring, landfill gas system monitoring, data evaluation and reporting, and the 5-year review process. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 9:30 A.M., and written questions are due by Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at 12:00 P.M. The submission deadline is Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. The contract term is expected to run from February 1, 2027 through the first quarter of 2032.
Assessment of Existing Closure and Remediation Systems report, Compliance Monitoring Plan updates, Groundwater monitoring and sampling, Surface water monitoring and sampling, Landfill gas system monitoring, Field logbooks and forms, Semi-annual and annual landfill monitoring reports, EIM database data submittals, 5-year review Remedial Action Status Report
Experience conducting groundwater, surface water, and landfill gas monitoring and sampling at a similar small closed landfill (30 points), Experience and qualifications of identified staff (20 points), Experience conducting data evaluation and statistical analysis of environmental data (20 points), Estimated hours to conduct the tasks (10 points), Demonstrated ability to control or reduce Operation & Maintenance costs (10 points), Past performance/references (5 points), Quality and completeness of overall proposal (5 points), Washington State license(s) in good standing (Pass/Fail)
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Summary
Kitsap County Public Works Solid Waste Division is seeking qualified consultants for the ongoing implementation of selected remedial action at the closed Olalla Landfill, Kitsap County, Washington.
The remedial action consists of natural attenuation of groundwater with monitoring and institutional controls, covering groundwater monitoring wells, surface water monitoring, landfill gas system monitoring, data evaluation and reporting, and the 5-year review process. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 9:30 A.M., and written questions are due by Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at 12:00 P.M. The submission deadline is Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. The contract term is expected to run from February 1, 2027 through the first quarter of 2032.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Experience conducting groundwater, surface water, and landfill gas monitoring and sampling at a similar small closed landfill (30 points), Experience and qualifications of identified staff (20 points), Experience conducting data evaluation and statistical analysis of environmental data (20 points), Estimated hours to conduct the tasks (10 points), Demonstrated ability to control or reduce Operation & Maintenance costs (10 points), Past performance/references (5 points), Quality and completeness of overall proposal (5 points), Washington State license(s) in good standing (Pass/Fail)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Assessment of Existing Closure and Remediation Systems report
- Compliance Monitoring Plan updates
- Groundwater monitoring and sampling
- Surface water monitoring and sampling
- Landfill gas system monitoring
- Field logbooks and forms
- Semi-annual and annual landfill monitoring reports
- EIM database data submittals
- 5-year review Remedial Action Status Report
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Acknowledgment Form (Appendix A)
- Exceptions and Assumptions Form (Appendix B)
- Letter of Interest
- Technical Proposal
- Detailed Statement of Qualifications
- Key Personnel qualifications
- Example Report
- Sub-consultant information
- Estimated hours per task for the first year
- References
- Certificate of Liability Insurance
- Submit to
- https://www.kitsapgov.com/das/Pages/Online-Bids.aspx
- Duration
- 62 months
- Scope location
- Port Orchard, WA
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Kitsap County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 27, 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: https://www.kitsapgov.com/das/Pages/Online-Bids.aspx. For questions, contact Glen McNeill.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Kitsap 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 Glen McNeill at (360) 337-4789. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Assessment of Existing Closure and Remediation Systems report, Compliance Monitoring Plan updates, Groundwater monitoring and sampling, Surface water monitoring and sampling, Landfill gas system monitoring, Field logbooks and forms, Semi-annual and annual landfill monitoring reports, EIM database da. 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: "Experience conducting groundwater, surface water, and landfill gas monitoring and sampling at a similar small closed landfill (30 points), Experience and qualifications of identified staff (20 points)..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Kitsap County?
All active and historical solicitations from Kitsap County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Kitsap 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 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Acknowledgment Form (Appendix A), Exceptions and Assumptions Form (Appendix B), Letter of Interest, Technical Proposal, Detailed Statement of Qualifications, Key Personnel qualifications, Example Repo. Review the full document from Kitsap 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: Port Orchard, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.