Village of Saranac Lake Climate Smart Communities Vulnerability Assessment & Adaptation Plan RFQ 2026
Village of Saranac LakeCity · Saranac Lake, NY- Due
- Jul 31, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 2, 2026
- Primary contact
- Laura Ferranti
- (518) 891-4150
The 30-second brief
The Village of Saranac Lake is soliciting proposals for a Climate Vulnerability Assessment and Climate Adaptation Plan to bolster climate preparedness and achieve silver certification. Responses are due by July 31, 2026.
Climate Vulnerability Assessment draft and final, Public workshop, Online public survey, Climate Adaptation Plan draft and final, Core Team meeting recaps, Committee meeting summaries
Technical Compliance and performance, Cost effectiveness, Vendor experience and references, Project Timeline
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Summary
The Village of Saranac Lake is soliciting proposals for a Climate Vulnerability Assessment and Climate Adaptation Plan to bolster climate preparedness and achieve silver certification. Responses are due by July 31, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Technical Compliance and performance
- Cost effectiveness
- Vendor experience and references
- Project Timeline
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Climate Vulnerability Assessment draft and final
- Public workshop
- Online public survey
- Climate Adaptation Plan draft and final
- Core Team meeting recaps
- Committee meeting summaries
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Cover letter
- Technical specifications
- Project schedule
- Cost proposal
- Three references
- Proof of insurance and licenses
- Letter of Interest
- Resumes of key members
- Examples of relevant project experience
- Submit to
- 39 Main St, Suite 9, Saranac Lake, NY 12983
- Scope location
- Saranac Lake, NY
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Village of Saranac Lake?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 31, 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: 39 Main St, Suite 9, Saranac Lake, NY 12983. For questions, contact Laura Ferranti.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Village of Saranac Lake 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 Laura Ferranti at (518) 891-4150. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Climate Vulnerability Assessment draft and final, Public workshop, Online public survey, Climate Adaptation Plan draft and final, Core Team meeting recaps, Committee meeting summaries. 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 Compliance and performance, Cost effectiveness, Vendor experience and references, Project Timeline" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Village of Saranac Lake?
All active and historical solicitations from Village of Saranac Lake are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Village of Saranac Lake 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: Cover letter, Technical specifications, Project schedule, Cost proposal, Three references, Proof of insurance and licenses, Letter of Interest, Resumes of key members, Examples of relevant project exp. Review the full document from Village of Saranac Lake for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Saranac Lake, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.