Blount County Ionwave #2026-0059

Blount County, TN Visual Stream Assessment and Monitoring Services for 303(d) Streams

Blount County, Tennessee is seeking a contractor for a Visual Stream Assessment project focused on 303(d) listed streams within its MS4 (Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System) area. - Government Buyer: - Blount County Purchasing Department, MS4 Stormwater Program - Scope of Work: - Visual stream assessment of impaired stream segments (303(d) listed) within the MS4 area - Non-analytical monitoring for each segment to identify impairments and pollutant sources - Dry weather screening at MS4 outfalls (except where streams are dry during low flow) - Analytical testing at six specified locations - Property owner notification and access coordination - Detailed reporting with photographs and GPS locations, submitted to the Stormwater Manager - Technical Requirements: - Assessments must follow Maryland Department of Natural Resources Stream Corridor Assessment Survey (SCA) Protocols - Compliance with EPA and Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) standards - Adherence to Clean Water Act Section 303(d), TMDL, and NPDES permit requirements - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Notable Requirements: - Contractor must provide insurance certificates and comply with state and federal regulations - Cost breakdown required for each major task

Description

Blount County, TN is seeking competitive proposals for Visual Stream Assessment. The scope includes performing a visual stream assessment of 303(d) listed stream segments within Blount County's MS4 area, non-analytical monitoring for each segment, and dry weather screening at outfalls from the Blount County MS4. The work must begin promptly and be completed in a timely manner to ensure adequate visibility. The assessment will follow the Stream Corridor Assessment Survey (SCA) Protocols by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources as a guideline.

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