Description
This IDIQ solicitation calls for comprehensive financial‑rate and management consulting services for Metro Water Services, covering rate design, cost‑of‑service studies, budgeting, forecasting, bond‑related financial analysis, regulatory compliance, and public‑facing presentation support. The procurement is a competitive sealed‑proposal RFP administered through iSupplier, with a sealed‑response requirement and a 150‑day offer‑validity period. Evaluation is weighted 40 % cost, 20 % project approach, and 40 % qualifications/experience. Mandatory requirements include registration as a Municipal Advisor with the SEC/MSRB, extensive insurance coverage, and completion of numerous certifications and questionnaires. Two amendments were issued (pre‑offer PowerPoint and Q&A). The award is scheduled for mid‑August 2026, with the contract type being an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) arrangement, meaning work will be ordered via purchase orders as needs arise. No vendor information is disclosed in the provided documents.
• Scope: rate design, cost‑of‑service, budgeting, forecasting, bond support, regulatory compliance, public presentations, training.
• Procurement: sealed RFP, IDIQ, competitive, award based on cost and technical merit.
• Key dates: solicitation open 7/10/2026, close 7/30/2026, intent‑to‑award 8/20/2026.
• Mandatory: Municipal Advisor registration, $1‑M+ insurance limits, extensive certifications.