Minnesota Supplier Systems #2000018529

Assessment Services for Minnesota-Specific Drinking Water Standards (MN MCLs)

The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) is seeking proposals for a comprehensive assessment of the need for enforceable Minnesota-specific drinking water standards (Minnesota Maximum Contaminant Levels, or MN MCLs). - Government Buyer: - Minnesota Department of Health (MDH), Water Policy Center - State of Minnesota, Commissioner of Administration - Scope of Work: - Assess the benefits and feasibility of establishing MN MCLs to enhance public health protection - Document Minnesota's current regulatory framework for drinking water - Benchmark and review approaches from other states - Identify regulatory gaps and challenges - Define a process and timeline for pursuing MN MCLs - Estimate program costs and develop options with recommendations - Deliverables include draft and final reports, presentations to MDH leadership, and biweekly coordination calls - Key Requirements: - Contractor must use their own employees (no subcontracting of core work) - Demonstrated experience with drinking water regulatory requirements in SDWA primacy states is required - Compliance with robust IT security, data protection, supply chain security certifications, insurance, accessibility, and affirmative action standards - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or product manufacturers are named; this is a professional services opportunity - Products/Services Requested: - Professional and technical services for regulatory assessment and recommendations - No physical products or part numbers are specified - Notable Aspects: - Emphasis on diversity, inclusion, and equal pay - Only one bid per vendor is allowed; event is sealed - Detailed cost proposals and workforce declarations required

Description

The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) is requesting proposals to assist the State in assessing the benefits of pursuing enforceable Minnesota-specific drinking water standards, known as Minnesota Maximum Contaminant Levels (MN MCLs). The goal is to enhance public health protection, provide better certainty for public water systems, and simplify communications. The solicitation includes a single line item for cost details and requires submission through the SWIFT Supplier Portal. The event is sealed, and multiple bids are not allowed.

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