Project Information

Bid Title

Statewide Water & Wastewater Improvements Q&A

Issuing Agency

Ohio Facility Construction Commission

Location

Ohio

Published Date

Jun 24, 2026

Closing Date

Jul 1, 2026

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

Ref. #

DNR-270040

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Project Description

Publish Date	Due Date	Number	Owner	Contractring Authority	Project Name	Primary Service	Estimated Project Cost	Q&A	Short List	Notes
2026/06/12	2026/07/01	DNR-270040	Ohio Department of Natural Resources	Local Agency	Statewide Water & Wastewater Improvements	A/E	$13,742,000	Q&A	TBD

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Request for Qualifications (Registered Design Professional*)

State of Ohio Standard Forms and Documents

Administration of Project: Local Agency

Statewide Water & Wastewater

Project Name Improvements

Project Location Various

City / County Various / Various

Owner

Ohio Department of Natural Resources

Delivery Method General Contracting

Publish Date 6/12/2026

Response Deadline 7/1/26

Project Number

DNR-270040

Project Manager

John Trujillo

Contracting Authority Local Agency

Prevailing Wages State

5:00pm local time

No. of paper copies requested (stapled, not bound)

0

No. of electronic copies requested (PDF)

1

* “Registered Design Professional includes any architect holding a certificate issued under section 4703.10 of the Revised

Code, any landscape architect holding a certificate issued under section 4703.36 of the Revised Code, or any engineer

holding a certificate issued under section 4733.14 of the Revised Code.” (Ohio Building Code section 4101:1-2-01 Definitions)

Submit the requested number of Statements of Qualifications (Form F110-330) directly to Division of Engineering at

engineering@dnr.ohio.gov. See Section J of this RFQ for additional submittal instructions.

Submit all questions regarding this RFQ in writing to Division of Engineering at engineering@dnr.ohio.gov with the project

number included in the subject line (no phone calls please). Questions will be answered and posted to the Opportunities page

on the OFCC website at http://ofcc.ohio.gov on a regular basis until one week before the response deadline. The name of the

party submitting a question will not be included on the Q&A document.

Project Overview

A. Project Description

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources owns and operates water and wastewater treatment, distribution and

collection systems throughout the State of Ohio. Professional engineering services are requested to improve the condition

and operation of ODNR-owned wastewater treatment plants, sewage collection systems, water treatment plants, and

water distribution systems as identified below:

Owning Division

Forestry

Parks and

Watercraft

Parks and

Watercraft

Forestry & Parks

and Watercraft

Parks and

Watercraft

Parks and

Watercraft

Parks and

Watercraft

Facility

Blue Rock

Deer Creek

Pymatuning

Scioto Trail

Stonelick

Stonelick

Various

Scope of Work

Regional connection to county water

Budget

$545,000.00

Wastewater infrastructure rehabilitation

Regional water connection and water

distribution improvements

$1,000,000.00

$5,000,000.00

Waterline replacement

$1,000,000.00

Replace WWTP – or – regional connection $4,602,000.00

Water distribution system improvements

$895,000.00

Small capital improvements as assigned

Total:

$700,000.00

$13,742,000.00

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Anticipated engineering services will include preliminary investigation, surveying, geotechnical, preliminary design

services, final design services, regulatory and environmental permitting, construction bidding documents and construction

administration.

Professional engineering services are also requested to provide technical support, on an as-needed basis, for various

small improvement projects to be completed at ODNR water and wastewater treatment facilities statewide. Work tasks for

each assigned project could include:

• On-site evaluation and meetings with facility staff to assess scope of work for individual projects

• Preparation of investigation reports with alternative analysis, recommendations and cost estimates

• Preparation of construction documents for selected rehabilitation or improvement projects

• Application for and securing applicable permits

• Provide procurement services

• Provide construction administration services

The need to quickly perform site assessments and develop a Program of Requirements (POR) will necessitate dedicated

full-time AE staffing for the initial several weeks of each contract. Shortlisted firms should identify during technical

proposal how they will efficiently perform the site assessments and develop the POR.

Interested firms should demonstrate their ability to accommodate multiple tasks concurrently due to the unknown nature of

new projects that may present themselves. ODNR is seeking consistent project management services throughout the

agreement term, and the ability to react and respond quickly to task order requests.

Phased construction efforts to maintain maximum possible occupancy levels need to be considered throughout the design

process.

As scope and associated costs are solidified, projects of similar types, scope and budget may be added or removed as

ODNR initiatives and funding allow.

Shortlisted firms will be asked to present a proposed staffing plan demonstrating staff availability and a proposed phasing

plan to accomplish the statewide multi-site project.

For each facility improvement, early lifecycle cost analysis will be needed to identify the feasibility and best value of

identified alternatives and recommendations, including any considerations for regional connections. In addition to more

typical lifecycle cost analysis deliverables as identified by the state contract documents, the designer will need to consider

the long-term costs and requirements of any licensed operating staff for each proposed facility improvement.

The selected engineer will be expected to assist in coordination between ODNR and the local provider and negotiate user

agreements on any regional connection project.

All design and construction shall comply with the current editions of all applicable national, state, and local codes, as well

as accessibility standards, including ADA, ICC A117.1, and the ABA Outdoor Developed Areas Guidelines. The selected

firm shall apply for and obtain all necessary regulatory permits, maintain current estimates of probable construction costs

through the design phase, and provide construction administration services. Permitting and/or coordination with United

States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), ODNR Division of Wildlife,

Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (OEPA), State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), and the local floodplain

administrators will be required. The selected firm will provide the engineering analysis and calculations needed to

advance the design, including structural, geotechnical, and hydraulics engineering.

While ODNR anticipates centralized services from the selected Consultant at the ODNR Fountain Square complex at

2045 Morse Road, Columbus, Ohio 43229, travel will be necessary to complete the services. For the purposes of scoring

proximity to project site, the ODNR Fountain Square complex will be considered the project site.

B. Scope of Services

The selected firm will commence upon award of the Agreement with the development of a Program of Requirements.

The selected A/E, as a portion of its required Scope of Services and prior to submitting its proposals, will discuss and

clarify with the Owner and/or the Contracting Authority the cost breakdown of the A/E Agreement detailed cost

components to address the Owner’s project requirements. Participate in the Encouraging Diversity, Growth & Equity

(EDGE) Program as required by statute and the Agreement.

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Engineering has developed a set of design guidelines for

construction projects. It is expected that all architects, engineers, consultants, and contractors will be familiar with these

design guidelines which will serve as the preference for all construction projects when developing final project

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specifications. A complete set of current guidelines are available at https://ohiodnr.gov/business-and-industry/services-to-

business-industry/design-guidelines-all.

As required by the Agreement, and as properly authorized, provide the following categories of services: Program

Verification, Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Document Preparation, Bid and Award Support,

Conformed Documents, Construction Administration, Post-Construction, and Additional Services of all types.

Refer to the Ohio Facilities Construction Manual for additional information about the type and extent of services required

for each. A copy of the standard Agreement can be obtained at the OFCC website at https://ofcc.ohio.gov.

During the construction period, provide not less than 12 hours (excluding travel time) on-site construction administration

services each week, including (1) attendance at progress meetings, (2) a written field report of each site visit, (3) on-site

representation comprised of the A/E and its consultant staff involved in the primary design of the project, all having

relevant and appropriate types of construction administration experience.

For purposes of completing the Relevant Project Experience Matrix in Section F of the Statement of Qualifications (Form

F110-330), below is a list of relevant scope of work requirements for this RFQ:

1. Experience in water/wastewater system assessments and rehabilitation.

2. Experience in wastewater treatment design, plant demolition, and collection system design.

3. Experience in water system treatment and distribution design.

4. Knowledge of Ohio EPA Laws and Rules and familiarity with regulatory and permitting agencies having

authority over water/wastewater related projects.

5. Construction administration and construction estimating experience with similar type projects.

6. Experience in professional survey for heavy civil projects including topographic, right of way and boundary

surveys.

7. Experience designing electrical support systems and back-up generator systems to serve existing facilities

in remote areas.

8. Experience with regional connections, including negotiations and development agreements.

9. Experience with life cycle cost analysis on water/wastewater systems and associated components.

10. Familiarity with the State of Ohio Capital Management System (OAKS CI).

C. Estimated Budget / Funding

State Funding:

$13,742,000.00

Other Funding:

$0

Construction Cost: $11,543,280.00

Total Project Cost: $13,742,000.00

D. Anticipated Schedule

Professional Services Start:

Construction Notice to Proceed:

Substantial Completion of all Work:

Professional Services Completed:

10 / 26

10 / 27

06 / 29

06 / 30

E. Estimated Basic Fee Range (see note below)

7% to 8%

F. EDGE Participation Goal

Percent of initial Total A/E Fee:

5.0%

NOTE: Basic Services include: (1) Program Verification, (2) Schematic Design, (3) Design Development, (4) Construction Documents,

(5) Bidding and Award OR GMP Proposal and Amendment (as applicable), (6) Construction Administration, and (7) Closeout services. The

Basic Fee includes all registered design professional services and consultant services necessary for proper completion of the Basic Services,

including validation of existing conditions (but not subsurface or hidden conditions) and preparation of cost estimates and design schedules for

the project. The Estimated Basic Fee Range is calculated as a percentage of the Estimated Budget for Construction Cost above,

including the Owner’s contingency. The Basic Fee excludes any Additional Services required for the project.

G. Basic Service Providers Required (see note below)

Lead A/E Discipline: Engineering

Secondary

Architecture

Disciplines:

Civil Engineering

Mechanical-Electrical-Plumbing Eng.

Structural Engineering

Surveying

H. Additional Service Providers Required

Geotechnical Services

Environmental Services

Cultural Services

Special Inspections OBC 17

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Construction Administration

Enter Secondary Discipline

NOTE: The lead A/E shall be (1) any architect holding a certificate issued under section 4703.10 of the Revised Code, (2) any landscape

architect holding a certificate issued under section 4703.36 of the Revised Code, or (3) any engineer holding a certificate issued under section

4733.14 of the Revised Code.

I. Evaluation Criteria for Selection

• Demonstrated ability to meet Owner’s programmed project vision, scope, budget, and schedule on previous

projects.

• Previous experience compatible with the proposed project (e.g., type, size).

• Relevant past work of prospective firm’s proposed consultants.

• Past performance of prospective firm and its proposed consultants.

• Qualifications and experience of individuals directly involved with the project.

• Proposer’s previous experience (numbers of projects, sizes of projects) when working with its proposed

consultants.

• Specification writing credentials and experience.

• Experience and capabilities of creating or using Critical Path Method (CPM) schedules and of using CPM

schedules as a project management resource.

• Approach to and success of using partnering and Alternative Dispute Resolution.

• Proximity of prospective firms to the project site.

• Proposer’s apparent resources and capacity to meet the needs of this project.

• The selected A/E and all its consultants must have the capability to use the Internet within their normal business

location(s) during normal business hours.

Interested A/E firms are required to address how they will implement Building Information Modeling (“BIM”) on the project,

experience and level of training of staff related to BIM, incorporation of team partners that have previous BIM experience,

and an understanding of collaborative BIM processes, including but not limited to the State of Ohio BIM Protocol available

at the OFCC website at https://ofcc.ohio.gov.

Interested A/E firms shall provide a plan outlining how they will integrate design and construction documents with ODNR’s

GIS database and asset inventory.

Interested A/E firms are required to submit the Commitment to Participate in the EDGE Business Assistance Program

form in its Statement of Qualifications (Form F110-330) submitted in response to the RFQ, to indicate its intent to contract

with and use EDGE-certified Business(es), as a part of the A/E’s team. The Intent to Contract and to Perform and / or

waiver request letter and Demonstration of Good Faith Effort form(s) with complete documentation must be attached to

the A/E’s Technical Proposal. Both forms can be accessed via the OFCC website at https://ofcc.ohio.gov. The Intent to

Contract and to Perform form is again required at the Fee Proposal stage.

If the A/E firm intends to receive points for exceeding the EDGE Participation Goal, it must provide BOTH a

completed Commitment to Participate form AND a completed Statement of Intent to Contract and to Perform form

signed by both parties with its Statement of Qualifications.

For all Statements of Qualifications, please identify the EDGE-certified Business(es), by name, which will participate in the

delivery of the proposed professional services solicited in the RFQ.

Interested A/E firms must indicate on their Statement of Qualifications, the locations where their services will be

performed in the spaces provided or by attachment in accordance with the requirements of Executive Order 2019-12D

related to providing services only within the United States and the requirements of Executive Order 2022-02D prohibiting

purchases from or investment in any Russian institution or company. Failure to do so may cause their Statement of

Qualifications to be rejected.

J. Submittal Instructions

Firms are required to submit the current version of Statement of Qualifications (Form F110-330) available via the OFCC

website at https://ofcc.ohio.gov.

Electronic submittals, if requested, should be combined into one PDF file named with the project number listed on the

RFQ and your firm’s name, followed by “SOQ”. Use the “print” feature of Adobe Acrobat or similar software for creating a

PDF rather than using a scanner. If possible, please reduce the file size of the PDF. In Acrobat, go to Advanced, then

PDF Optimizer. Electronic submittals are limited to a maximum file size of 25 MB.

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Paper copies of the Statement of Qualifications, if requested, should be stapled only. Do not use special bindings or

coverings of any type. Cover letters and transmittals are not necessary.

CD/DVD copies of the Statement of Qualifications, if requested, should have the sleeve labeled with the project number

and firm name, followed by “SOQ”.

Facsimile copies of the Statement of Qualifications will not be accepted.

Firms are requested to identify professional registrations, memberships and credentials including: LEED GA, LEED AP,

LEED AP+, CCCA, CCM, CCS, CDT, CPE, DBIA, and any other appropriate design and construction industry credentials.

Identify that information on the resume page for individual in Block 22, Section E of the F110-330 form.

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Commodity Codes

• NAICS 237110Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction

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