Project Title: Critical Areas Periodic Update, SEPA Checklist, and Development Regulations Analysis & Update
Issue Date: March 26, 2026
Proposal Due Date: April 9, 2026 at 1 p.m.
1. Introduction
Okanogan County’s Office of Planning and Development is seeking proposals from qualified consultants to perform analyses and prepare checklists related to critical areas periodic update, SEPA (State Environmental Policy Act) checklist, including analysis & update development regulations. The purpose of this project is to ensure compliance with applicable planning requirements, Washington State laws, and provide updated documentation for partially-planning jurisdictions. This will be a multiyear project/contract ending in June 2027 that will include the periodic update requirements for Critical Areas, revisit and update (if required) the Okanogan County Resource Maps (Mineral, Agriculture, and Forest), complete a water availability study for the Tunk Valley/Basin.
2. Scope of Work
The consultant will complete the following tasks and deliverables:
| Tasks & Deliverables | Description | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| Task 1 | Complete critical areas analysis | |
| Deliverable 1 | D1: Critical Areas Checklist | June 12, 2026 |
| Task 2 | SEPA analysis | |
| Deliverable 2 | D2: SEPA Checklist and Determination | June 12, 2026 |
| Task 3 | Development Regulations analysis | |
| Deliverable 3 | D3: Periodic Update Checklist for Partially-Planning | June 12, 2026 |
| Task 4 | Determine if update is required to Resource Maps (Mineral, Agriculture, Forest) | |
| Deliverable 4 | D4: Updated Resource Maps (if update needed) | June 12, 2027 |
| Task 5 | Water availability study in the Tunk Valley & Basin | |
| Deliverable 5 | Complete study of the Tunk Valley & Basin area to determinate water availability for future domestic use. | June 12, 2027 |
3. Proposal Requirements
Proposals should include:
- Company Information: Name, address, contact details, and relevant experience.
- Project Approach: Methodology for completing tasks and meeting deadlines.
- Team Qualifications: Key personnel and their expertise.
- Timeline: Confirmation of ability to meet deadlines.
- Cost Proposal: Detailed breakdown of fees and expenses.
- References: At least three recent projects of similar scope.
- Proof of professional liability insurance and other applicable licensure or certifications.
4. Evaluation Criteria
Proposals will be evaluated based on:
- Relevant experience and qualifications.
- Understanding of scope and approach.
- Ability to meet deadlines.
- Cost competitiveness.
- References and past performance.
5. Submission Instructions
Submit proposals electronically to: spalmer@okanogancounty.gov
Deadline: April 9, 2026 at 1 p.m.
Questions may be directed to: Pete Palmer, Director at: spalmer@okanogancounty.gov
6. Terms and Conditions
- Okanogan County reserves the right to reject any or all submissions, to waive any irregularities or informalities, and to select the consultant that best meets the County’s needs and interests.
- Participation in this RFQ process does not obligate the County to award a contract or pay any costs incurred in the preparation of materials.
- The selected consultant will be required to enter into a formal agreement with Okanogan County, which will set forth the terms, conditions, and scope of work.
- All submissions become public records and may be disclosed as required under Washington State law.
Please publish the above notice in the LEGAL SECTION in the March 26th 2026 newspaper.
Furnish an affidavit of publication to Okanogan County Planning Department. Send the bill to:
Okanogan County Office of Planning & Development at 123 5th Avenue North, Suite 130, Okanogan, WA 98840
