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Bid Title

RFP Water Efficiency Plan

Issuing Agency

Johnstown town

Location

Colorado

Published Date

Mar 18, 2026

Closing Date

Apr 8, 2026

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

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Project Description

Bid Title:	RFP Water Efficiency Plan
Category:	Utilities Services
Status:	Open

Description: QUESTIONS - Friday, March 27th, 2026, at 5:00pm MDT ADDENDUM TO QUESTIONS - Wednesday, April 1st, 2026, by 5:00pm MDT POINT OF CONTACT FOR QUESTIONS - Lilly Cory, Water Efficiency Coordinator For security reasons, you must enable JavaScript to view this E-mail address. FINAL SUBMITTAL DATE FOR PROPOSALS - Wednesday, April 8th, 2026, at 5:00pm MDT POINT OF CONTACT FOR SUBMITTALS - Lilly Cory, Water Efficiency Coordinator For security reasons, you must enable JavaScript to view this E-mail address. TARGET PROJECT COMPLETION DATE - November 1st , 2026 Publication Date/Time: 3/18/2026 8:00 AM Closing Date/Time: 4/8/2026 5:00 PM Related Documents: RFP Water Efficiency Plan 3.17.26

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

Water Efficiency Plan

ISSUED: Wednesday, March 18th, 2026

DEADLINE FOR PROPOSALS: Wednesday, April 8th, 2026,

5:00 pm MDT

Emailed to: 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 .......................................................................6

SECTION 4: EVALUATION AND AWARD....................................................................................8

ATTACHMENT A: PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT .............................................................9

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SECTION I: GENERAL INFORMATION

1.01 INFORMATION SUMMARY

Digital Submittals Only. The Town of Johnstown (“Town”) is requesting proposals from qualified

firms to develop a Water Efficiency Plan in accordance with C.R.S. §37-60-126. Submissions must

be emailed to Lilly Cory, Water Efficiency Coordinator, at lcory@johnstownco.gov. Proposals are

due no later than 5:00 PM MDT on April 8, 2026. Late submissions will not be accepted.

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 may submit questions by email to Lilly Cory at lcory@johnstownco.gov no later

than 5:00 PM MDT on Friday, March 27, 2026. Please use “WEP RFP” as the subject line.

Responses will be issued as an addendum no later than 5:00 PM MDT on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.

1.04 AWARD

The Town will award the contract to the Firm receiving the highest combined score for technical

qualifications and price. Additional details are provided in Section 4, Evaluation and Award.

The Town reserves the right to negotiate any aspect of the proposal with the highest-rated Firm. If

negotiations are unsuccessful, the Town may proceed to negotiate with the next highest-rated Firm

until an agreement is reached.

1.05 AGREEMENT

The selected Firm will be required to execute the Town’s standard two-party Professional Services

Agreement. See Attachment A for reference to a sample agreement.

1.06 EXPENSES ASSOCIATED WITH RESPONSE

The Town is not responsible for any costs incurred in preparing or submitting a proposal. Proposals

should clearly and concisely demonstrate the Firm’s ability to meet the requirements of this RFP,

with emphasis on clarity and completeness.

1.07 REJECTION OF PROPOSALS

The Town reserves the right to review and approve 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 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

Wednesday, March 18th, 2026

Friday, March 27th, 2026, at 5:00pm MDT

Wednesday, April 1st, 2026, by 5:00pm MDT

Lilly Cory

Water Efficiency Coordinator

lcory@johnstownco.gov

FINAL SUBMITTAL

DATE FOR

PROPOSALS

POINT OF CONTACT

FOR SUBMITTALS

TARGET PROJECT

COMPLETION DATE

Wednesday, April 8th, 2026, at 5:00pm MDT

Lilly Cory

Water Efficiency Coordinator

lcory@johnstownco.gov

November 1st , 2026

SECTION 2: SCOPE OF WORK AND REQUIRED SERVICES

2.01 BACKGROUND

A. The Town of Johnstown is a growing Front Range community with a population of just over 20,000

residents and approximately 7,000 water service accounts as of 2025. Growth is expected to

continue into 2026.

B. The Town does not currently have a Municipal Water Efficiency Plan (Plan). This Plan will be

developed in accordance with the Water Conservation Act of 2004 and Colorado Revised Statute

(C.R.S.) §37-60-126. A State-approved Plan will enable the Town to qualify for funding from the

Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB) and the Colorado Water Resources and Power

Development Authority for water supply and delivery projects

2.02 INTRODUCTION

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

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

Proposals that do not follow the requirements and procedures in this RFP may be disqualified.

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

consultant to support the Town of Johnstown. The selection process includes negotiation of a

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Professional Services Agreement. If the Town is unable to reach an agreement with the selected

consultant, it may initiate negotiations with another firm. This RFP does not obligate the Town to

award a contract, reimburse costs associated with proposal preparation or negotiations, or enter

into any resulting agreement.

2.03 STATEMENT OF WORK OVERVIEW

A. The Town is seeking a qualified consulting firm to develop a Water Efficiency Plan that

establishes a five‑year framework for evaluating and defining water efficiency programs based on

current water supply, projected savings from existing efforts, and relevant policies. The Plan will

guide the Town’s long‑term water stewardship strategy and should include practical steps for

implementing recommended programs, goals, policies, and guidelines while ensuring compliance

with C.R.S. §37‑60‑126.

2.04 Scope of Work

A. Profile of Existing Supply

Collaborate with Town staff to review existing data and prepare an overview of the Town’s water

supply system, including reliability, limitations, and historical supply side water efficiency efforts.

B. Profile of Water Demands and Historical Management

Work with Town staff to assess existing data on water service demographics, historical water

demands, and the impacts of current or anticipated efficiency programs.

C. Integrated Planning and Water Efficiency Goals

Develop water efficiency goals appropriate for the Town’s size and growth, demonstrating how

program implementation supports water supply planning and addresses system constraints.

D. Selection of Water Efficiency Activities

Identify, screen, and evaluate potential water efficiency activities for implementation. For selected

activities, outline the associated social, economic, and institutional benefits.

E. Implementation and Monitoring Plan

Prepare an actionable implementation plan that includes a realistic timeline based on current

staffing levels and available resources.

F. Local Adoption, Public Review, and Formal Approval

Assist in developing a public review and adoption process that complies with C.R.S. §37-60-126(5).

2.05 OVERVIEW OF DELIVERABLES

At the end of the project, the Consultant shall deliver to the Town:

A. Draft Water Efficiency Plan (with executive summary, maps, and visuals)

B. Final Water Efficiency (print-ready and accessible digital version)

C. Presentation materials to Town Council to support local adoption.

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