Lake County Department of Utilities Hydrogeologic Site Evaluation RFQ 2026
Lake CountyCounty · PAINESVILLE, OH- Due
- Aug 12, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 24, 2026
The 30-second brief
The Lake County Department of Utilities (LCDU) is soliciting statements of qualifications for professional engineering, hydrogeologic, survey, drilling, and laboratory services. The project involves a Hydrogeologic Site Evaluation for a 95-acre landfill cell expansion at the Lake County Solid Waste Facility. Work includes drilling and well installation, well and aquifer testing, water-level monitoring, geotechnical characterization, groundwater quality determination, well inventory, and report preparation. Consultants must be familiar with OEPA Solid Waste and Groundwater rules. One electronic copy of the statement of qualifications is due via email to [email protected] by the end of business on August 12, 2026.
Electronic copy of the firm's statement of qualifications, Hydrogeologic and Geotechnical Report
Firm's history, education and experience of owners and key technical personnel, technical expertise of current staff, experience in similar Solid Waste projects, proximity to project site, availability of staff, equipment and facilities, references
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Summary
The Lake County Department of Utilities (LCDU) is soliciting statements of qualifications for professional engineering, hydrogeologic, survey, drilling, and laboratory services.
The project involves a Hydrogeologic Site Evaluation for a 95-acre landfill cell expansion at the Lake County Solid Waste Facility. Work includes drilling and well installation, well and aquifer testing, water-level monitoring, geotechnical characterization, groundwater quality determination, well inventory, and report preparation. Consultants must be familiar with OEPA Solid Waste and Groundwater rules. One electronic copy of the statement of qualifications is due via email to [email protected] by the end of business on August 12, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Firm's history
- Education and experience of owners and key technical personnel
- Technical expertise of current staff
- Experience in similar Solid Waste projects
- Proximity to project site
- Availability of staff
- Equipment and facilities
- References
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Electronic copy of the firm's statement of qualifications, Hydrogeologic and Geotechnical Report
REQUIRED STAFFING
5- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Lake County, OH
- Reported agency
- Lake County Department of Utilities
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Lake County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 12, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected].
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Lake County in OH, 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.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: engineering, hydrogeologic, survey, drilling, laboratory services. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Electronic copy of the firm's statement of qualifications, Hydrogeologic and Geotechnical Report. 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: "Firm's history, education and experience of owners and key technical personnel, technical expertise of current staff, experience in similar Solid Waste projects, proximity to project site, availabilit..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lake County?
All active and historical solicitations from Lake County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Lake 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 Lake 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: Lake County, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.