RFP | Fish & Wildlife, Hydrogeological assessment, well design and well drilling preparation assistance in the Sanpoil River Valley near Louie Ck.

Confederated Tribes of the
Colville Reservation
P.O. Box 150, Nespelem, WA 99155 (509) 634-2277
Request For Proposals: Hydrogeological assessment, well
design and well drilling preparation assistance in the Sanpoil
River Valley near Louie Ck.
SECTION 1. GENERAL INFORMATION
1.01 Significant Dates
Posted Date: March 26, 2026
Site Visit: NA
Deadline for Questions: April 5, 2026
Closing Date: April 8, 2026, 3:00 pm
Bid Opening Date: April 9, 2026
Anticipated Work Window: May 9- August 9, 2026
1.02 Description of Proposals Sought:
The Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation (CTCR) Fish and Wildlife department owns
property on the Sanpoil River about 12 miles North of Keller, WA (aka, "Louie Creek property"). The
property is located at the address of 12592 Highway 21 South, Keller, WA. 99140 (Parcel
#33107240002100). CTCR F&W intends to utilize the property for various hatchery and/or water quality
and habitat improvement projects in the future. The CTCR is interested in installing a production scale
well on the property to provide more information related to hatchery development and/or other habitat
and wildlife benefits. The Colville Tribes Fish and Wildlife Department is seeking proposals from
companies capable of completing a hydrogeological assessment, well siting and design, well drilling
preparation assistance, driller solicitation assistance and defining future data collection needs during and
following the future drilling project (drilling the well is not part of this RFP).
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1.03 About the Colville Tribes:
The Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation is a Sovereign Nation. Presidential Executive
Order established the Colville Indian Reservation in 1872, with a land base of 1.4 million aces, located
in North Central Washington State. The Tribes' Indian Country now includes various off-reservation
trust land holdings. The Tribes' administrative Headquarters are located at the Colville Indian Agency
Campus, approximately 2 miles south of Nespelem, WA with offices located throughout our reservation.
Tribal business hours are Monday thru Thursday 7:00 and 5:30 p.m. excluding Fridays, Saturdays,
Sundays, Tribal and Federal holidays.
1.04 Response Format:
Proposals should be prepared simply, providing a straightforward and concise delineation of the
Contractors approach and capabilities necessary to satisfy the criteria listed in Section 3. The proposal
may not be longer than 30 pages, single-spaced with no less than 12-point font. Emphasis in the
proposals should be on completeness, clarity of content, and adherence to the presentation structure
required by this RFP. Contractors that deviate from the required format may be deemed non-responsive.
1.05 Completeness of Proposal
The Contractor must submit a completed Proposal signed by a Contractor representative authorized to
bind the proposing Contractor contractually. The Contractor must identify on the form any exceptions
the Contractor takes to the Tribes RFP, or declare that there are no exceptions taken.
1.06 Response Date and Location
Proposals must be submitted no later than 3:00 p.m., PT, April 8, 2026. Emailed proposals are preferred.
For hard copy submissions, Contractors/Offerors must submit 1 original and 3 bound copies of the proposal
no more than 30 pages long, single-spaced, in a font no smaller than 12 point. Hard copy proposals shall be
submitted in a sealed envelope that has clear markings of the responding business name and address and
clearly identifies the contents as "RFP response for Hydrogeological assessment near Louie Ck". Proposals
may be sent by electronic mail, regular, or express mail (FedEx or UPS). All proposals and accompanying
documentation will become the property of the Tribes and will not be returned. Contractors accept all risk of
late delivery of proposal regardless of fault. Hard copy mailed proposals must be directed to Billy
Nicholson, Contract Officer, P.O. Box 150, 21 Colville Street, Nespelem, WA. 99155. Electronic
submission is preferred and should be sent in duplicate to both billy.nicholson.act@colvilletribes.com and
casey.baldwin@colvilletribes.com.
1.07 Contractor's Cost to Develop Proposals
Costs for developing proposals, including the site visit in response to the RFP are entirely the obligation
of the Contractor and are not chargeable in any manner to the Tribes-no exceptions.
1.08 Site Visitations
A site visit for developing the RFP response is not required and will not be offered. By submitting
his/her proposal, the Contractor acknowledges that he/she has satisfied him/herself as to the nature of the
work requested.
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SECTION 2. TERMS AND CONDITIONS
2.01 Questions Regarding the RFP
Requests for interpretation/clarification of this RFP must be emailed to
casey.baldwin@colvilletribes.com. Unauthorized contact with other tribal employees or by any method
other than email regarding this RFP may result in disqualification. All oral communications will be
considered unofficial and non-binding on the Tribes.
All questions must be submitted via email to casey.baldwin@colvilletribes.com no later than 3:00 p.m.,
PT, April 5, 2026. All responses will be posted on the Tribes' web site at:
https://www.colvilletribes.com/rfp no later than 4:00 p.m. PT within 2 business days after receipt of the
question.
2.02 RFP Amendments
The Tribes reserves the right to request any respondent clarify its proposal or to supply any additional
material deemed necessary to assist in the evaluation of the proposal. The Tribes reserves the right to
change the RFP schedule or issue amendments to the RFP at any time. The Tribes also reserves the right
to cancel or reissue the RFP. All such addenda will become part of the RFP. It is the Contractor's
responsibility to check the Tribes' website for the issuance of any amendments prior to submitting a
proposal response.
2.03 Withdrawal of Proposal
Provided notification is received in writing to the address provided in Section 1.05, proposals may be
withdrawn at any time prior to the proposal response due date and time specified. Proposals cannot be
changed or withdrawn after the time designated for receipt.
2.04 Rejection of Proposals
The Tribes reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, to waive any minor informalities or
irregularities contained in any proposal, and to accept any proposal deemed to be in the best interest of
the Tribes.
2.05 Proposal Validity Period
Submission of a proposal will signify the Contractor's agreement that its proposal and the content
thereof are valid for 30 days following the proposal response deadline unless otherwise agreed to in
writing by both parties. The proposal may become part of the Contract negotiated between the Colville
Tribes and the successful Contractor.
2.06 Proposal Signatures
An authorized representative of the Contractor must sign proposals, with the Contractor's address and
telephone information provided. Unsigned proposals will not be considered.
2.07 Insurance Requirements
The selected Offeror shall procure and maintain for the duration of its Contract awarded pursuant to this
RFP insurance against claims for injuries or damages to property, which may arise from or in connection
with the performance of the work by the Offeror, his agents, representatives, employees or
subcontractors. The Offeror shall pay the cost of such insurance. Insurance shall meet or exceed the
following unless otherwise approved by the Colville Tribes.
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A. Minimum Insurance
1. Commercial General Liability coverage with limits not less than $1,000.000 per
occurrence / $2,000,000 annual aggregate.
2. Stop Gap/Employers Liability coverage with limits not less than $ 1,000,000 per
accident/disease.
3. Business Automobile Liability coverage with limits not less than $1,000,000 per accident
for any auto.
4. Worker's Compensation coverage as required by the Industrial Insurance Laws of the
State of Washington/
B. Self-Insured Retentions
Self-insured retentions must be declared to and approved in writing by the Colville Tribes.
C. Other Provisions
Commercial General Liability policies shall be endorsed to:
1. Include the Colville Tribes, its officials, employees and volunteers as additional insured.
2. Provide that such insurance shall be primary as respects any insurance or self-insurance
maintained by the Colville Tribes.
3. Each insurance policy shall provide that coverage shall not be canceled except after thirty
(30) days written notice has be given to the Colville Tribes.
D. Acceptability of Insurers
Insurance shall be placed with insurers with a rating acceptable to the Colville Tribes.
E. Verification of Coverage
Offeror awarded a contract under this RFP shall furnish the Colville Tribes with certificates of
insurance required herein. The certificates are to be received and approved by the Colville Tribes
before work commences. The Colville Tribes reserves the right to require complete, certified
copies of all required insurance policies at any time.
F. Subcontractors
Subcontractors hired pursuant to this RFP must provide coverage, which compiles with the
requirements state herein.
2.08 Retainage/Performance Bond
Any contract negotiated in response to this RFP will require either a 25% retainage or a performance
bond. Any contract awarded with a value greater than $100,000 will require a performance bond.
2.09 Ownership of Documents
Any reports, studies, conclusions, and summaries prepared by the Contractor shall become the property
of the Tribes. The Tribes may provide the Contractor with a limited license to use such material.
2.10 Hold Harmless
The Contractor shall hold harmless, defend, and indemnify the Tribes and the Tribes officers, agents,
and employees against any liability that may be imposed upon them by reason of the Contractor's failure
to provide worker's compensation coverage or liability coverage.
2.11 Limitations on Costs and Expenses
The Contractor's cost proposal may not include: any costs that can be described as overhead, including
secretarial, clerical, or file management work; on-line research services charges (in-house photocopying;
unnecessary express mail/overnight courier mailings); or for developing invoices for the Tribes.
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2.12 Dispute Resolution and Venue
The Tribes will require the selected Contractor to expressly consent to the jurisdiction of the Colville
Tribal Court for any and all disputes that may arise from the Tribes engagement of the Contractor's
services, including the application of tribal law.
2.13 Appropriated Funds
Any contract awarded pursuant to this RFP is subject the Tribes' appropriation and budgetary process,
which operates on a fiscal year from October 1 to September 30. Any required payments under the
contract are contingent on the availability of funds in the tribal treasury. As funds are appropriated yearly
any contract awarded would be for the remainder of the fiscal year, at which time it would be renewable
on a yearly basis.
2.14 Indian Preference
Indian preference applies to any award of contract pursuant to this RFP and the Contractor shall comply
with all applicable Indian preference requirements set forth in Chapter 10-1, the Colville Tribal
Employment Rights Ordinance (TERO), and Chapter 10-3, Indian Preference in Contracting. The tribal
code is available at https://www.cct-cbc.com/current-code/.
2.15 Debarment
Selected Contractor must sign a Certification Regarding Debarment and Suspension (See Attachment B).
2.16 Contract
The selected Offeror will be required to enter into the Colville Tribes' standard form contract which will
include a "no assignment" provision indicating that the Contract may not be assigned without written
consent of the Tribes. Any increase in contract price following execution of the contract requires a
written modification to the term to continue.
SECTION 3. REQUESTED SERVICES
3.01 Duration of Services
The Tribes anticipates the service period for this work to be between May 9 and August 9, 2026. It is
preferred that the work be completed before August 9th and proposals with shorter timelines will be
viewed as advantageous.
3.02 Scope of Work
The Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation (CTCR) Fish and Wildlife department owns property on
the Sanpoil River about 12 miles North of Keller, WA (aka, "Louie Creek property"), with the intent of
utilizing it for various hatchery and/or water quality and habitat improvement projects. The CTCR is
interested in installing a production well on the property to provide more information related to hatchery
development and/or other habitat and wildlife benefits. The Colville Tribes Fish and Wildlife Department is
seeking a contractor to lead the preparation for a well drilling project, including the site and scope of the well
needed, selection of a well drilling contractor and defining next steps for drilling management and data
collection needs during and after drilling.
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Task 1: Preliminary Hydrogeologic Assessment Report
Task 1.1. Conduct a desktop analysis by assembling and reviewing existing hydrogeologic and
hydrologic data (ex. well logs from nearby wells, water level and water quality data, creek data,
geologic maps, reports), and proposed site use information.
Task 1.2. Conduct a site visit and reconnaissance to evaluate the site layout, meet with appropriate
CTCR staff, and visually confirm findings conducted in the desktop analysis.
Task 1.3. Assemble a report or technical memorandum that includes a summary of the existing data, a
conceptual site model, estimate of groundwater / surface water interaction, well siting
recommendations, and estimated well yield.
Task 2: Well Design Report and Driller Selection
Task 2.1. Prepare a well design schematic including construction details (casing materials, seal
depths and type, screen interval(s), screen slot size, gravel pack, etc.).
Task 2.2. Provide the preferred drilling method and information on the drilling fluids, water
management, lithologic logging needs, and well development.
Task 2.3 Develop specifications and bid documents suitable for well driller bidding.
Task 2.4 Develop engineering cost estimate, timing, and time frames for installing and testing
the well.
Task 2.5 Prepare a report that includes all the above.
Task 2.6 Assist with the development of the drilling RFP
Task 2.7 Recommend potential drilling contractors and/or how to find them.
Task 2.8 Assist the CTCR in reviewing driller bid documents and selecting a well driller.
.
Task 3: Develop a framework for the well testing/monitoring plan, to include: objectives, content, water
management, risks, data management and reporting needs for the next phase of the project.
Task 4: Contractors may propose additional scope content not identified in Tasks 1-3.
3.03 Required Information: The Contractor's Proposal must include the following:
A. Title Page. Show Request For Proposal (RFP) subject, name of Contractor, address, telephone and
fax numbers, name of contact person and date of submission. (See Attachment A.)
B. Transmittal Letter. A one- or two-page summary stating the Contractor's understanding of the work
to be done and making a positive commitment to perform the work.
C. Table of Contents. A clear identification of the material by section and page number.
D. Profile of the Contractor. Include location of the Contractor's office(s), number of partners,
associates, and other professional staff. Describe the range of activities performed by your Contractor.
E. Approach. Provide a clear description of the Contractor's anticipated approach for addressing each
aspect of the scope of work in section 3.02, as well as any additional tasks or work elements beyond
what is described in section 3.02.
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F. Contractor Organization and Management. Show the team proposed for the work identified,
including the identification of persons assigned to individual tasks, and, if applicable, the function and
responsibilities for major subcontractors.
G. Statement of Qualifications.
(1) Experience of Contractor: Provide a statement of the Contractor's experience in developing fair
market values for leases with wireless and fiber telecommunications companies for location of their
equipment on tribal lands, particularly emphasizing its experience in working on these matters with Indian
tribes and within Indian Country.
(2) Experience/Qualifications of Assigned Professionals: Provide resumes for the individuals who
would likely be assigned to this work including education, licensing information, background
accomplishments, relevant continuing professional education and any other pertinent information for each
of the key personnel to work on the project. Offerors must include a statement in the proposal to the effect
that "the key personnel assigned to this project as described in this proposal will not be removed from the
audit without prior approval of the Tribes' Contract Officer Representative."
H. The Offeror must include a statement that they have reviewed the Colville Tribal Code Chapter 4-22
and will adhere to its requirements, and that the Offeror is familiar with all Federal Communications
regulations which will apply to the scope of work.
I. Offerors must describe their Company's experience/expertise which is relevant to the proposed work
J. Current Assignments. Provide a statement concerning the Contractor's ability to devote sufficient
time and resources to this type of work in relation to existing or anticipated assignments of the
Contractor.
K. Disclosure of Potential Conflicts of Interest. Provide a statement regarding any potential conflict of
interest issues the Contractor might have or encounter in providing these services to the Colville Tribes.
L. Detailed Cost Proposal. Provide a detailed statement of any and all costs for providing these
services. This statement must include proposed hourly rates for all persons employed by or contracting
with the Contractor to provide the work described herein, as well as rates for travel and other expenses
when travel is necessary. Please summarize the budget by Task.
M. Debarred. Bidder must sign a Certification Regarding Debarment and Suspension stating
that they are not presently debarred or suspended or declared ineligible for the award of contracts
by any Federal, State or any Tribal Government. Attachment B
N. SAM.GOV Requirement. Bidder must provide proof of being actively registered with SAM.gov and provide their
UEI number.
Failure to provide adequate information for A-N above will be considered an incomplete submission and
disqualify the proposal from further consideration.
SECTION 4. PROPOSAL EVALUATION
4.01 Evaluation Procedures
A Selection Committee will evaluate proposals. The selection will consider how well the Contractor's
proposal meets the needs of the Tribes as described in the Contractor's response to each requirement
listed in Section 3.03. In evaluating the proposals, the Tribes will use a criteria evaluation process.
Evaluations will be based on criteria as outlined in Section 4.02. All proposals will be evaluated using
the same criteria and weighting. Any proposal that does not contain each element described in this RFP,
fully completed, initialed or executed, as appropriate, may be judged to be incomplete and may not be
considered further.
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4.02 Scoring and Evaluation Factors
The evaluation factors reflect a wide range of considerations. While cost is important, other factors are
also significant. Consequently, the Tribes may select a contract other than the one providing the lowest
cost solution. The objective is to choose the entity capable of providing reliable and effective services
within a reasonable budget.
Evaluation will be based on the following criteria:
1) Responsiveness of the proposal in clearly stating an understanding of the work to be performed.
(0-20)
2) Reasonableness of overall time estimates as well as the time estimates for each major section of
the work to be performed (0-5)
3) Qualifications and experience of offeror, experience of staff to be assigned to tasks, experience
working with tribal governments and in tribal communities (0-20)
4) Size and structure of Contractor and ability to maintain continuity of work (0-5)
5) References, relevance to working on similar projects (0-10)
6) Indian preference including TERO certification documented & included (0 - 15)
(10 pts for documented Indian owned business and 5 pts for documented
certification with CTCR under Chapter 10-3)
7) Cost (0-25)
Maximum Points: (100)
4.03 In-Person Discussion Sessions
One or more Offerors who have scored well on the evaluation may be invited by the Tribes, without cost
to the tribes, to a discussion with the Colville Business Council (CBC), the managers of relevant tribal
programs, and others invited to the Session to provide the Offeror the opportunity to demonstrate its
services, to discuss its approach/methodologies, implementation process, schedule, staffing and other
applicable professional services. The Discussion Session will be informal, as the Tribe is not interested
in a sales presentation by Offeror but rather an interactive discussion with the CBC; it is important that
those key personnel identified by the Offeror to be assigned to the project will fully participate in the
presentation and discuss.
4.04 Final Selection
The Selection Committee will formulate their recommendation for award of the Contract, the resulting
contract will be forwarded to the Colville Business Council for formal acceptance.
4.05 Contract Award and Execution
The Tribes reserves the right to make an award without further discussion of the proposals submitted.
Therefore, proposals should be initially submitted on the most favorable terms the Contractor can offer.
This should not be interpreted to prohibit either party from proposing additional contract terms and
conditions during negotiations of the final document.
The RFP document and the successful Contractor's/Offeror's proposal response, as amended by
agreement between the Tribes and the Contractor/Offeror, including e-mail or written correspondence
relative to the RFP, may become part of the Contract between the Tribes and the successful
Contractor/Offeror. Additionally, the Colville Tribes may verify the Contractor's/Offeror's
representations appearing in the proposal. Failure of the Contractor/Offeror to perform as represented
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may result in elimination of the Contractor/Offeror from competition or in Contract cancellation or
termination.
The apparent successful Contractor/Offeror will be expected to enter into a contract with the Tribes. If a
contract is not entered into with a reasonable time after selecting the proposal, the Tribes may elect to
cancel the award or award the Contract to the next highest ranked Offeror. The Tribes shall not be bound
or in any way obligated until both parties have executed a contract. No party may incur any chargeable
costs prior to the execution of a final contract.
After opening and ranking, an award may be made on the basis of the proposals initially submitted,
without discussion, clarification or modification, or, the Tribes may discuss with the selected Contractor
offers for cost reduction and other elements of the Contractor's proposal. If the Tribes determine that it
is unable to reach a contract satisfactory to the Tribes with the selected Contractor, then the Tribes will
terminate discussions with the selected Contractor and proceed to the next Contractor in order of
selection ranking until a contract is reached or the Tribe has rejected all proposals. The Tribes will not
disclose any information derived from the proposals submitted from competing offers in conducting
such discussions.
The Tribes reserves the right to award a contract for all or any portion of the requirements proposed by
reason of this request, award multiple Contracts, or to reject any and all proposals if deemed to be in the
best interests of the Tribes and to re-solicit for proposals, or to reject any and all proposals if deemed to
be in the best interests of the Tribes and to temporarily or permanently abandon the procurement.
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ATTACHMENT A:
PROPOSAL COVER PAGE
Project Title:
Company Name_________________________________________ Date______________
Address__________________________________________________________________
Contact Person and Title:_____________________________________________________
Telephone Number_________________________ Fax Number_____________________
Email address________________________________________
Length of time in business_______________________________________
Gross revenue for the prior fiscal year (in US dollars). ______________________________
Total number of similar clients served in similar capacity____________________________
TOTAL ESTIMATED PRICE OF SERVICES (Attach detailed budget if necessary)
Cost of Services (Anticipated Total Hours x Rate) __________________
Overhead costs (describe) ___________________
Necessary travel ___________________
TERO Fees ___________________
Other (describe) ___________________
Total Price $ _________________
Authorized Offeror Signature____________________________________________
Telephone_______________________________
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