Lewis Opengov #RFQ- Thurston PUD Water Systems Acquisition Feasibility Study

Lewis County seeks consulting firms for feasibility study on acquiring Thurston PUD water systems.

Lewis County Public Works is seeking consulting firms to perform a comprehensive feasibility study for acquiring, operating, and managing 54 water systems currently owned by Thurston Public Utility District No. 1 within Lewis County, Washington. - Government Buyer: - Lewis County Public Works (Chehalis, WA) - Scope of Work: - Conduct independent verification of system inventories, conditions, capacities, water rights, compliance status, treatment, assets, service connections, and capital needs for all 54 water systems - Evaluate acquisition economics, rates, revenues, operating costs, staffing, transition costs, reserves, and long-term capital requirements - Assess operational models, regulatory and environmental risks (including PFAS), and alternative management approaches - Funding & Requirements: - Project funded by Washington State Department of Health via the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund - Maximum federal funding available is $150,000 - All work must comply with the DOH agreement and approved scope of work - No specific OEMs or vendors are named, as this is a consulting services solicitation - Notable Requirements: - Consultant must provide technical, financial, regulatory, operational, and risk-based due diligence - Must address environmental and regulatory risks, including PFAS contamination - Deliverables must support County decision-making for potential acquisition and long-term management

Description

This solicitation seeks qualified consulting firms to conduct a comprehensive feasibility study on the potential acquisition and management of 54 water systems in Lewis County, WA. The study will verify system data, evaluate economic and operational aspects, identify risks, and recommend strategies. The project is funded through a federal grant from the Washington State Department of Health. The response deadline is September 22, 2026, and interested firms must submit qualifications through the county's procurement portal, adhering to specified requirements.

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