Rochester School District Water System Replacement GC/CM Services - RFQ 2026
Rochester School DistrictSchool · Rochester, WA- Due
- Jun 17, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 2, 2026
- Primary contact
- Kasey Wyatt
The 30-second brief
Rochester School District (RSD) is seeking qualifications from General Contractor/Construction Managers (GC/CM) to provide pre-construction consulting and construction services for the Water System Replacement Project in Rochester, WA. The project replaces the existing 40-year-old failing water system serving Rochester High School, Grand Mound Elementary School, Rochester Primary School, and the District's Maintenance Facility. Scope includes construction of an approximately 360,000-gallon water tank for fire protection, 30,000-gallon tank for domestic water, a pump house with water treatment apparatus, controls, backup generator, new separate water lines to each building, and replacement of valves at water supply and fire loops. Submittals are due by June 17, 2026, at 1:00 P.M. PST. Evaluation criteria include staff qualifications, past performance, self-performed work and location, accident prevention and safety record, project approach, and DBE/MWBE approach, followed by interviews and fee proposals.
Pre-construction consulting services, 360, 000-gallon water tank, 30, 000-gallon water tank, Pump house with water treatment apparatus, Controls and backup generator, New separate water lines, Replacement of valves at water supply and fire loops, GC/CM services, MACC negotiations
Staff qualifications (10 points), Past performance on relevant projects (10 points), Self-performed work, firm location, current workload (6 points), Accident prevention program and safety record (2 points), Project approach (10 points), DBE/MWBE approach (2 points), Interviews (40 points), Fee Proposals (20 points)
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Summary
Rochester School District (RSD) is seeking qualifications from General Contractor/Construction Managers (GC/CM) to provide pre-construction consulting and construction services for the Water System Replacement Project in Rochester, WA. The project replaces the existing 40-year-old failing water system serving Rochester High School, Grand Mound Elementary School, Rochester Primary School, and the District's Maintenance Facility.
Scope includes construction of an approximately 360,000-gallon water tank for fire protection, 30,000-gallon tank for domestic water, a pump house with water treatment apparatus, controls, backup generator, new separate water lines to each building, and replacement of valves at water supply and fire loops. Submittals are due by June 17, 2026, at 1:00 P.M. PST. Evaluation criteria include staff qualifications, past performance, self-performed work and location, accident prevention and safety record, project approach, and DBE/MWBE approach, followed by interviews and fee proposals.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- Pre-construction consulting services
- 360
- 000-gallon water tank
- 30
- 000-gallon water tank
- Pump house with water treatment apparatus
- Controls and backup generator
- New separate water lines
- Replacement of valves at water supply and fire loops
- GC/CM services
- MACC negotiations
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Letter of Interest, Contractor Verification Form
REQUIRED STAFFING
8- Submit to
- Kasey Wyatt, Rochester School District, District Office, 10140 Hwy 12 SW, Rochester, WA 98579, email: [email protected]
- Scope location
- Rochester, WA
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Rochester School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 17, 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: Kasey Wyatt, Rochester School District, District Office, 10140 Hwy 12 SW, Rochester, WA 98579, email: [email protected]. For questions, contact Kasey Wyatt.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Rochester School District 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 Kasey Wyatt. 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: principal-in-charge, corporate executive, project manager, superintendent, project engineer, estimator, scheduler, safety officer. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Pre-construction consulting services, 360, 000-gallon water tank, 30, 000-gallon water tank, Pump house with water treatment apparatus, Controls and backup generator, New separate water lines, Replacement of valves at water supply and fire loops, GC/CM services, MACC negotiations. 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: "Staff qualifications (10 points), Past performance on relevant projects (10 points), Self-performed work, firm location, current workload (6 points), Accident prevention program and safety record (2 p..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Rochester School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Rochester School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Rochester School District 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: Letter of Interest, Contractor Verification Form. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Rochester School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Rochester, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.