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Bid Title

Development of A Municipal Water Efficiency Plan for the Town of Johnstown

Issuing Agency

Johnstown town

Location

Colorado

Published Date

Feb 12, 2026

Closing Date

Mar 11, 2026

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

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Project Description

Bid Title:	Development of A Municipal Water Efficiency Plan for the Town of Johnstown
Category:	Utilities Services
Status:	Open

Description: See attached RFP document Publication Date/Time: 2/11/2026 12:00 AM Closing Date/Time: 3/11/2026 5:00 PM Contact Person: Contact: Lilly Cory Title: Water Efficiency Coordinator lcory@johnstownco.gov Related Documents: FINAL RFP Water Conservation Plan 2.9.2025

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)

Development of A Municipal Water Efficiency Plan for the Town of Johnstown

Town of Johnstown

450 South Parish Avenue, P.O. Box 609

Johnstown, Colorado

80534

Proposal Release Date: Wednesday, February 11th, 2025

Proposal Due Date: Wednesday, March 11th, 2025, at 5:00 pm MDT

Contact: Lilly Cory

Title: Water Efficiency Coordinator

lcory@johnstownco.gov

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SECTION I: GENERAL INFORMATION.......................................................................................3

SECTION 2: SCOPE OF WORK AND REQUIRED SERVICES.......................................................4

SECTION 3: PROPOSAL FORMAT & SUBMITTAL .......................................................................8

SECTION 4: EVALUATION AND AWARD....................................................................................9

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SECTION I: GENERAL INFORMATION

1.01 INFORMATION SUMMARY

*DIGITAL SUBMITTALS ONLY* The Town of Johnstown (“Town”) is seeking professional services to

fulfill Colorado Revised Statute section 37- 60-126, specifically for the development of a Municipal

Water Efficiency Plan (WEP). Submission shall be emailed to Lilly Cory, Water Efficiency

Coordinator at lcory@johnstownco.gov.

Proposals will be accepted until March 11th, 2026, by 5:00 PM, MDT. No proposals will be accepted

after that time.

1.02 PURPOSE

The Town of Johnstown is soliciting proposals from qualified consulting firms (“Firm”) qualified to

enter into a Professional Services Agreement to create a Water Efficiency Plan for the Town of

Johnstown.

1.03 SUBMISSION OF QUESTIONS

Prospective firms are requested to submit any questions no later than Friday February 20th, 2026 by

5:00 PM, (MT) to Lilly Cory, Water Efficiency Coordinator, via e-mail to lcory@johnstownco.gov.

Mark the subject line: “WEP RFP” for all project questions. Responses to questions will be posted

in the form of an addendum no later than Wednesday, February 25th, 2026, 5 pm MST.

1.04 AWARD

The award will be made to the qualified Firm obtaining the highest score combining technical

qualifications and price. Additional information regarding award criteria can be found in Section 4,

Evaluation and Award, of this document. The Town reserves the right to further negotiate any

proposal, including price, with the highest-rated respondent. If an agreement cannot be reached

with the highest-rated respondent, the Town reserves the right to negotiate and recommend an

award to the next-ranked respondent or subsequent respondents until an agreement is reached.

1.05 AGREEMENT

The successful firm shall be required to complete a two-party standard form of agreement.

1.06 EXPENSES ASSOCIATED WITH RESPONSE

The Town will not be responsible for any expenses incurred by a consultant in preparing and

submitting a proposal. All proposals should provide a straightforward, concise delineation of the

consultant’s capabilities to satisfy the requirements of this request. Emphasis should be on

completeness and clarity of content.

1.07 REJECTION OF PROPOSALS

The Town reserves the right to review and approve/disapprove of all key staff and sub-consultant

substitutions or removals and may consider such changes not approved to be a breach of contract.

Furthermore, the Town reserves the right to reject any or all proposals in part or in full and to waive

any technicalities or informalities as may best serve the interests of the Town.

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1.08 SUMMARY OF INFORMATION

RFP TITLE

Development of A Municipal Water Efficiency Plan for the Town of

Johnstown

RFP ISSUE DATE

SUBMISSION OF

QUESTIONS

ADDENDUM TO

QUESTIONS

POINT OF CONTACT

FOR QUESTIONS

FINAL SUBMITTAL

DATE FOR

PROPOSALS

POINT OF CONTACT

FOR SUBMITTALS

TARGET PROJECT

COMPLETION DATE

Wednesday, February 11th, 2026

Friday, February 20th, 2026, by 5:00pm MST

Wednesday, February 25th, 2026, by 5:00pm MST

Lilly Cory

Water Efficiency Coordinator

lcory@johnstownco.gov

Wednesday, March 11th, 2026, by 5:00pm MDT

Lilly Cory

Water Efficiency Coordinator

lcory@johnstownco.gov

November 1, 2026

SECTION 2: SCOPE OF WORK AND REQUIRED SERVICES

2.01 BACKGROUND

A. The Town of Johnstown located just 40 miles North of Denver and is home to approximately

20,000 residents and serves over 7,000 water utility accounts. The Town has been experiencing

rapid growth for the past five years at approximately 5% per year. With the growth that has

occurred, and the requirements of the Colorado Water Conservation Act, the Town needs to

produce a Water Efficiency Plan (Plan) to encourage water practices to align with the Colorado

Water Plan.

2.02 INTRODUCTION

A. This Request for Proposals (RFP) describes the project, the required scope of services, the

consultant selection process, and the minimum information that must be included in the proposal.

Failure to submit information in accordance with the RFP requirements and procedures may be

cause for disqualification.

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B. Based on this RFP, possible interviews, and reference checks, the Town intends to select a

consultant for the Town of Johnstown. The process will include the negotiation of a Professional

Services Agreement. If the Town is unable to reach a contract agreement with the selected

consultant, then the Town would have the option to negotiate with another consultant. This RFP

does not commit to the Town to award a contract, defray any costs incurred in the preparation of a

proposal pursuant to the RFP, or any resulting negotiations, or procure a work contract.

2.03 STATEMENT OF WORK OVERVIEW

A. Johnstown is seeking the development of a Municipal Water Efficiency Plan (Plan’) in accordance

with the Water Conservation Act of 2004 and to meet the provisions of Colorado Revised Statute

section 37- 60-126. As part of CRS 37-60-126, a State-approved Plan will qualify Johnstown for

funding from the Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB) and the Colorado Water Resources

and Power Development Authority for water supply and delivery projects. Furthermore, the Plan

sets measurable targets regarding existing and future conservation initiatives, as well as an

implementation and monitoring plan to establish and administer cost-effective conservation

initiatives.

B. Foundational Goals:

1. Facilitate diversity, equity, and a strong foundation in the plan process. Work to connect

with a diverse audience and meet the community where they are at.

2. Ensure the final Plan must meet Colorado Water Conservation Act of 2004 (HB 04-1365),

Colorado Revised Statutes 37-60-126, and the Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB)

guidelines for approval.

3. Develop a municipal plan that integrates and leverages the public benefits realized from

the Town’s collaborative efforts in identifying, developing, and managing water efficiency

and conservation programs.

4. Establish a framework that integrates accountability and achievable goals to

demonstrate progress to stakeholders, residents, and plan managers.

2.04 OVERVIEW OF SERVICES & IDENTIFICATION OF KEY TASKS

A. Kick-off Meeting Session (After Award)

The consultant shall attend a kick-off meeting with Staff to discuss project details, scheduling and

other relevant information regarding services which are required to develop the 2026 Water

Efficiency Plan. A project plan will be provided by the Firm, to complete the project within the

provided timeline. The Firm identify the number of work sessions needed to complete the Plan, not

to exceed one per month during the project time.

B. Background Review

Master/strategic plans that have been completed/adopted and will provide context and direction for

the water efficiency plan update include:

o Town of Johnstown Comprehensive Plan (2021)

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Commodity Codes

• NAICS 541330Engineering Services
• NAICS 541611Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
• NAICS 541620Environmental Consulting Services
• NAICS 541690Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services

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