LEAD PROGRAM STAFF AUGMENTATION

The City of Cleveland, Division of Water, is soliciting proposals from qualified firms to provide professional services for its Lead Service Line Replacement (LSLR) Program. The consultant must have considerable experience in providing planning and construction assistance services, with priority given to staff with experience in water distribution systems. The program aims to address lead contamination in service lines through systematic replacement initiatives.

Proposers are required to provide qualified staff to support program management, planning, design oversight, construction administration, and project coordination. The scope includes assisting with project scheduling, deliverables management, and coordination with city departments and contractors. Firms should demonstrate expertise in water utility operations, lead remediation, and large-scale infrastructure replacement programs.

Key dates include a pre-proposal meeting scheduled for September 24, 2024 at 2:00 PM, with a question and answer deadline of October 14, 2024 at 4:00 PM. The proposal submission deadline is October 22, 2024 at 4:00 PM. Proposers must submit materials in accordance with city requirements, including cost proposals aligned with the provided fee tables, staff proximity documentation, and sample agreement execution.

The evaluation will consider relevant experience, staff qualifications, proposed fee structures, proximity of staff to project locations, understanding of scope requirements, and ability to meet project timelines. The City reserves the right to negotiate terms, request clarifications, and select the proposal that best serves the public interest.