Great Salt Lake Engineering Analysis

The State of Utah Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands is seeking a qualified vendor to provide an engineering analysis to investigate methods of improving flows between the N and S arms of the Great Salt Lake. The contract was awarded to CH2M HILL Engineers, Inc. The RFSQ was conducted under Part 15 of Utah Code 63G-6a, and the evaluation committee determined that Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. was the responsive and responsible vendor with the highest total score. • The scope of work includes providing an engineering analysis to investigate methods of improving flows between the N and S arms of the Great Salt Lake. • The contract is for professional services, and the vendor must have the necessary qualifications and experience to perform the work. • The evaluation committee considered factors such as approach, methodology, demonstrated knowledge, work schedule, and availability of personnel when evaluating the proposals. • The contract award is for a single contract, and the state may proceed with negotiations with the next highest scoring firm if fair and reasonable compensation, contract requirements, and contract documents cannot be agreed upon with the highest ranked firm.