The City of Natchez (“City”) is seeking a Qualified Environmental Professional (QEP) as defined in 40 CFR 312.10 to plan and implement cleanup activities as outlined in this Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for the City’s FY23 Brownfield Cleanup Grant Cooperative Agreement Work Plan, the draft Analysis of Brownfield Cleanup Alternatives (ABCA), the most recent Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) Reports (Phase I & Phase II) and Asbestos Containing Materials (ACM) Survey. The Consultant’s responsibilities will include finalizing the ABCA, development of the Cleanup Action Plan (CAP), development of bid plans and specifications, oversight of abatement and cleanup activities, post-cleanup reporting, participation in stakeholder engagement activities, and supporting grant management and reporting activities. The Consultant will work under the direction of the City’s staff and/or representatives, and will work in collaboration with other project stakeholders, as necessary. The EPA, and the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) will be actively involved in the project including reviewing and approving appropriate documents and providing regulatory oversight throughout the duration of the project.

Additional Notes/Requirements

Proposals will be evaluated based on the following factors: Clarity of Submittal (10 pts.), Firm Qualifications (10 pts.), Personnel Qualifications & Knowledge (20 pts.), Relevant Project Experience (25 pts.), Ability to Meet Project Timeline, Scope & Budget (25 pts.), and References (10 pts.). To be evaluated properly, the following must be addressed in detail: Clarity of Submittal - The technical quality, completeness, conciseness, and clarity of the submittal. Firm Qualifications - Qualifications of the firm and any subconsultants, including appropriate areas of expertise, relevant experience, and technical capabilities demonstrating qualifications to undertake the project. Personnel Qualifications & Knowledge of Applicable Cleanup Rules and Procedures - Qualifications of the proposed key personnel assigned to this project, including technical attributes and relevant experience that makes them uniquely qualified to undertake this project. Relevant Project Experience - Qualifications of the firm and any subconsultants, including appropriate areas of expertise, relevant experience, and technical capabilities on projects of similar size, scope and complexity. Ability to Meet Project Timeline, Scope and Budget Demands - Demonstrated ability to meet project timeline, scope and budget demands. References - Quality of references for projects of similar size, scope and complexity.