FOR ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTING SERVICES

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTING SERVICES

RFP #20R7-01 BIDS DUE NO LATER THAN: 5:00 pm PST, February 21, 2020

901 S. Stewart St., Ste. 5005 Carson City, NV 89701 775.684.2784 parks.

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NEVADA DIVISION OF STATE PARKS NOTICE TO PROPOSERS

PROJECT TITLE: Environmental Consulting Services for the Rafter 7 Management Unit, Walker River State Recreation Area.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Division of State Parks (NDSP) is requesting written and electronic proposals for the project listed above. Said proposals must be received by NDSP at 901 S. Stewart St., Ste. 5005, Carson City, Nevada, 89701 NO LATER THAN 5:00 pm on Friday, February 21, 2020. All proposals must be clearly labeled and addressed to appropriate NDSP staff. Late entries will not be accepted. NDSP reserves the right to reject any Bid/Proposal, or to accept any Bid/Proposal as is deemed to be in the best interest of NDSP and the State of Nevada. NDSP reserves the right to waive any unanticipated irregularities and/or informalities throughout the proposal process.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: NDSP will use National Park Service, Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) grant funding to conduct an Environmental Assessment (EA) per the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) standards for the new Walker River State Recreation Area located south of Yerington, Nevada. The EA will include a biological site survey of the 3,200 acre Rafter 7 Ranch Management Unit and must be in accordance with current U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service protocols. Refer to the map included as the last page of this document for project site location and parcel information.

The purpose of this RFP is to solicit the information needed for NDSP to select a qualified firm to provide environmental consulting services. The selected consultant will prepare a biological resource inventory of the Rafter 7 Management Unit, in its entirety, conduct a Phase I assessment on designated priority sites and develop draft and final EA documents made available for public review. Consultants will also assist with project management and community outreach services.

The work to be performed under the awarded contract shall be commenced by the successful firm after all legally mandated contract documents have been submitted and executed by the appropriate state authorities, and after being formally notified to proceed with the approved scope of work by NDSP.

Refer to Attachment I for additional Federal Laws and Authorities with which the selected vendor shall be required to comply.

Submit all completed proposals, and any questions about proposal requirements and the vendor selection process to: Heather Giger, Parks and Recreation Program Manager; hgiger@parks.; 775.684.2784.

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RFP RESPONSE FORMAT One (1) original hardcopy marked "Master," four (4) additional hardcopies marked "Copy," and one (1) electronic copy (PDF Format, submitted via e-mail) of the entire proposal shall be delivered by the time and to the place as stipulated above. It is the proposer's sole responsibility to see that their proposal is received at the place, date and time specified. Any proposal received after the scheduled closing time for receipt of proposals may be returned to the proposer as unacceptable. The contents of the proposal and any clarifications thereto submitted by the successful proposer and accepted by NDSP shall become part of the contractual obligation and incorporated by reference into any ensuing Agreement. All proposals shall become the property of NDSP and shall not be returned. All proposals submitted may become public record under the laws of the State of Nevada and the public may be given access thereto once the formal process has been completed.

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SUBMITTAL PARAMETERS

Firms replying to this RFP are required to submit relevant information that will be used in the evaluation and selection process. The submittal shall include, at a minimum, the following information:

1) Company Overview (Recommend 2 pages or less)

Geographic location of the principal office of the firm and the office (if different) which would be responsible for providing services.

Description of the overall capabilities of the firm and the services which the firm is interested in providing to NDSP.

Number of employees within the firm and within the local office responsible for providing services to NDSP.

2) Company Experience (Recommend 4 pages or less)

Summary of the three most recently completed NEPA projects on which the firm provided services similar to those sought by NDSP. The project summaries should include a brief description of the project scope and the services provided, and the name and telephone number of a contact person, familiar with the consultant's work. Include descriptions of any work to assist in involving the community/public. (No more than 1 page per project)

3) Project Approach (Recommend 5 pages or less)

Firm and individual department hierarchy, a description of current in-house quality control and plan review programs the firm has in place, and resources available to complete a project.

Outline of approach and work program for all services requested. The outline must include the following minimum information: a) A detailed and functional work schedule for the proposed work program in a manner that is sequenced by timelines. The work schedule must set forth a timeframe for completion and submittal of work products. b) The maximum number of meetings with staff and meetings with outside parties that the responding firm will attend. c) Expectations for NDSP. State the minimum expectations for involvement and information gathering the responding firm needs from NDSP to accomplish the project.

4) Cost Schedule (Recommend 2 pages or less)

Provide an itemized cost proposal for the various tasks to be performed. The cost schedule must list the estimated hourly charge, or task charge, and estimated hours to be assigned for staff members and/or sub consultants.

The cost proposal should cover all costs including consultant fees, mileage and production costs.

5) Key Personnel (Recommend 2 pages or less)

A list of management and other key personnel that would be providing services to NDSP (full resumes may be added in an appendix if desired but should be limited to one page per person).

6) Proof of Insurance - Refer to Attachment II for minimum requirements.

7) Vendor Registration - The selected vendor, prior to doing business in the State of Nevada, shall be appropriately licensed by the State of Nevada, Secretary of State's Office pursuant to NRS 76. Information regarding the Nevada Business License can be located at .

8) NevadaEPro - NevadaEPro is the State of Nevada's electronic procurement system. The selected vendor must register with NevadaEPro in order to receive payment for contract services. Registration can be completed at bso.

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EVALUATION PROCESS NDSP has assembled a committee, composed of four members, to review all eligible proposals that are received. Committee members will review and score each proposal individually, prior to meeting to discuss their evaluations. The four individual scores will be added together and the proposal with the highest number of cumulative points will be selected for the project contract. Should identical scores be awarded to multiple proposals, NDSP shall notify all parties involved in the tie. NDSP will then conduct an oral interview to determine the best and final offer. The interview panel will include the four committee members. NDSP reserves the right to add additional members to the interview panel if determined additional input from project representatives or subject matter experts is necessary. Each committee member will be provided an oral interview form to score each interview. Individual scores will be added together and the organization receiving the highest cumulative points will be selected for the project contract. EVALUATION CRITERIA The evaluation criteria may include but not be limited to the following considerations: 1) Understanding of the requested scope of work and responsiveness to the RFP requirements. 2) Ability to assess the project site in accordance with National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)

requirements and meet industry reporting standards. NDSP anticipates that a Section 7 Consultation in accordance with the Endangered Species Act and US Fish & Wildlife Service protocols will be required as part of the biological site assessment. Applicants should demonstrate their Section 7 Consultation qualifications.

3) Professional Qualifications and Standing - evaluation criteria may include, but not be limited to: professional excellence, demonstrated competence in the services requested, the education of the key personnel who would be assigned to the project, and environmental consulting experience equivalent to the anticipated project tasks as described.

4) Completeness of proposal, the proposed schedule and the fee proposal. 5) Demonstrated excellence of past performance and ability to meet the project schedule. 6) Resources available to complete the project. (Equipment/Software/Staffing).

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