Onondaga County OCDWEP Design-Build Services RFQ 2026 - OOWWTP Project 3: MOPO, MTT Upgrades, and Biosolids Facility
Onondaga County Department of Water Environment ProtectionUtility District · Syracuse, NY- Due
- Feb 18, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 6, 2026
- Primary contact
- Daniel Hammer
The 30-second brief
Onondaga County is soliciting qualifications for design-build services for upgrades to the Oak Orchard Wastewater Treatment Plant, including maintenance of operations, municipal treatment train upgrades, and a new biosolids facility. SOQs are due February 18, 2026.
Statement of Qualifications, Cover Letter, Table of Contents, Project Team Organization, Key Personnel Resumes, Experience and Past Performance, Financial Capability, Safety Records, Organizational Conflicts of Interest Disclosure
Qualifications and Experience (30%), Demonstrated responsibility (20%), Financial capability (20%), Record of Past Performance (30%)
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Summary
Onondaga County is soliciting qualifications for design-build services for upgrades to the Oak Orchard Wastewater Treatment Plant, including maintenance of operations, municipal treatment train upgrades, and a new biosolids facility. SOQs are due February 18, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Statement of Qualifications
- Cover Letter
- Table of Contents
- Project Team Organization
- Key Personnel Resumes
- Experience and Past Performance
- Financial Capability
- Safety Records
- Organizational Conflicts of Interest Disclosure
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Appendix A - Resumes of Key Personnel
- Appendix B - Legal and Financial Information
- Appendix C - Safety
- Appendix D - Organizational Conflicts of Interest
- Appendix E - Acknowledgment of Clarifications and Addenda
REQUIRED STAFFING
17- Submit to
- Syracuse, NY
- Scope location
- Clay, NY
- Reported agency
- Onondaga County
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Onondaga County Department of Water Environment Protection?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 18, 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: Syracuse, NY. For questions, contact Daniel Hammer.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Onondaga County Department of Water Environment Protection in NY, 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 Daniel Hammer. 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 Principal, Design-Build Manager, Assistant Design-Build Manager, Pre-construction Manager, Construction Manager, General Superintendent, Design Team Manager, Lead Structural Engineer, Lead Geotechnical Engineer, Lead Safety Manager, Startup and Commissioning Manager, Lead Electrical Engineer. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Statement of Qualifications, Cover Letter, Table of Contents, Project Team Organization, Key Personnel Resumes, Experience and Past Performance, Financial Capability, Safety Records, Organizational Conflicts of Interest Disclosure. 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: "Qualifications and Experience (30%), Demonstrated responsibility (20%), Financial capability (20%), Record of Past Performance (30%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Onondaga County Department of Water Environment Protection?
All active and historical solicitations from Onondaga County Department of Water Environment Protection are tracked and searchable. As a utility district agency, Onondaga County Department of Water Environment Protection 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Appendix A - Resumes of Key Personnel, Appendix B - Legal and Financial Information, Appendix C - Safety, Appendix D - Organizational Conflicts of Interest, Appendix E - Acknowledgment of Clarificatio. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Onondaga County Department of Water Environment Protection for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Clay, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.