When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due November 18, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 27, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

Settle estimates the budget at $100,000 – $500,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.

It was issued by Colorado Department of Natural Resources. The work is located in Colorado, United States.

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Evaluation of Hydrology and Future Water Availability for the 15-Mile Reach of the Colorado River

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Overview

Environmental, Water & Energy

Colorado, United StatesPosted: October 14, 2026Deadline: November 18, 2026

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SUMMARY

The Colorado Department of Natural Resources is seeking proposals to complete hydrologic studies for the 15-Mile Reach of the Colorado River to fulfill the Recovery Program's study plan.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must have experience with Colorado water rights and hydrology
Must have experience modeling in StateMod
Must be registered and in good standing with the Colorado Secretary of State or registered with the IRS as an independent contractor
Must be able to provide services without training provided by the State
Must have a place of business and be registered as a business listing in a directory if offering services to the public
Must be in compliance with applicable Worker's Compensation laws

BUDGET

Estimate

$100,000 – $500,000

CONTRACT DURATION

12 months

TIMELINE

Questions Due: October 27th, 2026

Answers Posted: October 30th, 2026

Proposal Submission Deadline: November 18th, 2026

Public Proposal Opening: November 18th, 2026

Estimated Evaluation Period: November 19th, 2026 – December 2nd, 2026

Estimated Candidate Interviews: December 7th, 2026 – December 11th, 2026

Estimated Notice of Award: December 18th, 2026

Expected Project Start Date: January 11th, 2027

Project Completion: December 31st, 2027

QUESTION DEADLINE

October 27, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

Colorado Department of Natural Resources

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DESCRIPTION

The Colorado Department of Natural Resources, on behalf of the Colorado Water Conservation Board, is soliciting proposals for hydrologic studies to evaluate flow recommendations and assess future water availability (circa 2050) for the 15-Mile Reach of the Colorado River. The project aims to fulfill the 15MR Study Plan approved by the Upper Colorado Endangered Fish Recovery Program. The contract term runs from the project start date of January 11, 2027, through December 31, 2027.

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When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due November 18, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 27, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: Settle estimates the budget at $100,000 – $500,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Colorado Department of Natural Resources. The work is located in Colorado, United States.

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