Description
This solicitation seeks a qualified consulting firm to assist Yellowstone County in achieving compliance with its MS4 (Municipal Separate Storm‑Water System) permit. The consultant will review the existing MS4 Storm‑Water Management Program, update it for the 2022‑2027 General Permit period, develop and implement Minimum Control Measures (public engagement, illicit discharge detection, construction site review, and maintenance operations), complete storm‑water infrastructure mapping, draft necessary ordinances and procedures, and create public‑facing website content and internal operational guidelines. The effort includes delivering a draft study by July 31 2026 and completing all priority tasks by August 28 2026, with the possibility of additional task orders later in 2026. The County will evaluate proposals based on qualifications, staff expertise, resources, methodology, and overall approach.
• Update and expand the County’s MS4 Storm‑Water Management Program covering five Minimum Control Measures.
• Produce GIS‑based infrastructure maps, outfall inventories, and risk‑based prioritization.
• Develop regulatory documents, inspection protocols, public outreach tools, and a dedicated website “toolbox.”