Whatcom PUD Independent Engineering Advisory Review RFQ 2026
Whatcom PUDUtility District · Ferndale, WA- Due
- Mar 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 6, 2026
- Primary contact
- Garrett Love-Smith
The 30-second brief
Whatcom County Public Utility District No. 1 is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from qualified professional engineering firms to provide independent, third-party engineering advisory review services for the WTP1 Rebuild Project. The project involves rebuilding an existing water treatment plant with a capacity of approximately 21 million gallons per day.
Statements of Qualifications (SOQs)
Experience with water treatment facilities and regulatory permitting, Experience providing independent, advisory-only engineering review, Qualifications and availability of proposed personnel, Understanding of public-sector advisory role and regulatory environment, Past performance with public agencies, including local public agencies
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Summary
Whatcom County Public Utility District No. 1 is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from qualified professional engineering firms to provide independent, third-party engineering advisory review services for the WTP1 Rebuild Project.
The project involves rebuilding an existing water treatment plant with a capacity of approximately 21 million gallons per day.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Experience with water treatment facilities and regulatory permitting
- Experience providing independent
- Advisory-only engineering review
- Qualifications and availability of proposed personnel
- Understanding of public-sector advisory role and regulatory environment
- Past performance with public agencies
- Including local public agencies
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Statements of Qualifications (SOQs)
- Submit to
- Ferndale, WA
- Reported agency
- Whatcom County Public Utility District No. 1
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Whatcom PUD?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 23, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: Ferndale, WA. For questions, contact Garrett Love-Smith.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Whatcom PUD 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 Garrett Love-Smith. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Statements of Qualifications (SOQs). 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 water treatment facilities and regulatory permitting, Experience providing independent, advisory-only engineering review, Qualifications and availability of proposed personnel, Underst..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Whatcom PUD?
All active and historical solicitations from Whatcom PUD are tracked and searchable. As a utility district agency, Whatcom PUD 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. Review the full document from Whatcom PUD for the complete list.