Village of Cazenovia Mill Street Dam Removal and Chittenango Creek Restoration RFP 2026
Cazenovia/Nelson Purchase DistrictSpecial District · Cazenovia, NY- Due
- Apr 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 17, 2026
- Primary contact
- David Miller
- (315) 430-5334
The 30-second brief
The Village of Cazenovia is seeking proposals for engineering services to design, permit, and provide construction management for the removal of the Mill Street Dam and restoration of Chittenango Creek. Proposals are due April 24, 2026.
Hydrology and Hydraulics Modeling, Preliminary Design Drawings, Design Memorandum, Alternative Analysis report, 60% 90% and 100% Engineering Design Drawings and Specifications, Construction Drawings, Final Design Report, Opinion of Probable Cost, Sediment findings, Construction Oversight reports, As Built plans
Experience with dam modification or removal, restoration of natural river hydrology, restoration of fish habitat, HEC-RAS modeling, experience with regulatory agencies
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Summary
The Village of Cazenovia is seeking proposals for engineering services to design, permit, and provide construction management for the removal of the Mill Street Dam and restoration of Chittenango Creek. Proposals are due April 24, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Experience with dam modification or removal
- Restoration of natural river hydrology
- Restoration of fish habitat
- HEC-RAS modeling
- Experience with regulatory agencies
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- Hydrology and Hydraulics Modeling
- Preliminary Design Drawings
- Design Memorandum
- Alternative Analysis report
- 60% 90% and 100% Engineering Design Drawings and Specifications
- Construction Drawings
- Final Design Report
- Opinion of Probable Cost
- Sediment findings
- Construction Oversight reports
- As Built plans
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Qualifications of firm and staff
- List of assigned staff
- Documented experience with 1-2 projects
- Amended scope of work
- Time schedule
- Detailed cost proposal
REQUIRED STAFFING
Professional Engineer
- Submit to
- Village Clerk, Village of Cazenovia, 90 Albany Street, Cazenovia, NY 13035
- Scope location
- Cazenovia, NY
- Reported agency
- Village of Cazenovia
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Cazenovia/Nelson Purchase District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 24, 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: Village Clerk, Village of Cazenovia, 90 Albany Street, Cazenovia, NY 13035. For questions, contact David Miller.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Cazenovia/Nelson Purchase District 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 RFP 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 David Miller at (315) 430-5334. 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: Professional Engineer. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Hydrology and Hydraulics Modeling, Preliminary Design Drawings, Design Memorandum, Alternative Analysis report, 60% 90% and 100% Engineering Design Drawings and Specifications, Construction Drawings, Final Design Report, Opinion of Probable Cost, Sediment findings, Construction Oversight reports, As. 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 with dam modification or removal, restoration of natural river hydrology, restoration of fish habitat, HEC-RAS modeling, experience with regulatory agencies" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Cazenovia/Nelson Purchase District?
All active and historical solicitations from Cazenovia/Nelson Purchase District are tracked and searchable. As a special district agency, Cazenovia/Nelson Purchase 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 RFP?
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: Qualifications of firm and staff, List of assigned staff, Documented experience with 1-2 projects, Amended scope of work, Time schedule, Detailed cost proposal. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Cazenovia/Nelson Purchase 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: Cazenovia, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.