Limnological Consulting Services for Lake Management Program

The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources – Surface Water Management issued an RFP (RFP 24‑0360RB) seeking professional limnological consulting services to support its Lake Management Program. The solicitation required vendors to submit qualifications, references, a detailed methodology and work plan, and a cost proposal. After a Phase 1 evaluation, Herrera Environmental Consultants received the highest combined technical and cost score and was recommended for award. The evaluation emphasized experience, methodology, and cost competitiveness, with a final recommendation to negotiate with Herrera. • Scope: Provide lake‑science consulting, including data collection, analysis, and management recommendations for state‑managed lakes. • Evaluation: Technical criteria (experience, references, methodology) and cost proposal each weighted, resulting in Herrera’s win. • Process: Open competition with a submission deadline of 20 Mar 2025, intent to award announced 19 May 2025, and a signed recommendation on 16 May 2025.