Town of Stafford - On-Call Engineering Services for Wastewater-Related Needs RFQ 2026
Town of StaffordCity · Stafford Springs, CT- Due
- Nov 16, 2026
- 13 days left
- Posted
- Oct 26, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Rick Hartenstein
- (860) 684-4914
The 30-second brief
The Town of Stafford Water Pollution Control Authority (WPCA) is seeking qualifications from professional engineering firms to provide on-call engineering services for wastewater-related needs. The selected firm will support wastewater process control and optimization, design of wastewater treatment facilities and associated infrastructure, design of wastewater collection systems, flow monitoring and data analysis, sampling of collection system discharges, general wastewater utility engineering, and regulatory compliance assistance including state and federal permitting and reporting. The contract term is two years with the option for up to 3 one-year extensions. Submissions are due by November 16, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.
Statement of Qualifications
Technical expertise, relevant project experience, response quality, ability to support routine and special-project wastewater needs
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Summary
The Town of Stafford Water Pollution Control Authority (WPCA) is seeking qualifications from professional engineering firms to provide on-call engineering services for wastewater-related needs.
The selected firm will support wastewater process control and optimization, design of wastewater treatment facilities and associated infrastructure, design of wastewater collection systems, flow monitoring and data analysis, sampling of collection system discharges, general wastewater utility engineering, and regulatory compliance assistance including state and federal permitting and reporting. The contract term is two years with the option for up to 3 one-year extensions. Submissions are due by November 16, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Technical expertise
- Relevant project experience
- Response quality
- Ability to support routine and special-project wastewater needs
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Statement of Qualifications
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
General overview of the firm, summary descriptions of up to five relevant wastewater and collection system projects, organizational chart and resumes, description of approach, references from at least three municipal or utility clients, statement indicating previous work
- Submit to
- 50 River Road, Stafford Springs, CT 06076 or electronically to [email protected]
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Stafford Springs, CT
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Town of Stafford?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 16, 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: 50 River Road, Stafford Springs, CT 06076 or electronically to [email protected]. For questions, contact Rick Hartenstein.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Town of Stafford in CT, 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 Rick Hartenstein at (860) 684-4914. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Statement of Qualifications. 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: "Technical expertise, relevant project experience, response quality, ability to support routine and special-project wastewater needs" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Stafford?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Stafford are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Stafford 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 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 16, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: General overview of the firm, summary descriptions of up to five relevant wastewater and collection system projects, organizational chart and resumes, description of approach, references from at least. Review the full document from Town of Stafford for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Stafford Springs, CT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.