Consultant Services for Island County's On-site Sewage System
| Location: | Washington |
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| Posted: | Feb 25, 2026 |
| Due: | Mar 16, 2026 |
| Agency: | Island County |
| Type of Government: | State & Local |
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| Solicitation No: | PH02182026 |
| Publication URL: | To access bid details, please log in. |
| Bid Number: |
PH02182026
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| Bid Title: |
Consultant Services for Island County's On-site Sewage System
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| Category: | Public Health |
| Status: | Open |
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Request for Proposals (RFP)
Consultant Services for Island County's On-site Sewage System (OSS) Code and
Local Management Plan (LMP) Update
Date of Issuance: February 25th, 2026
Proposal Deadline: March 16th, 2026, 4:00 PM PDT
Contact: Melissa Overbury, Office Lead, Island County Public Health
Email: m.overbury@islandcountywa.gov
Phone: (360) 678-7860
Total project funding: $125,000
1. Introduction and Project Background
Island County Public Health (ICPH) seeks proposals from qualified consultants to provide expert
technical analysis, facilitate related stakeholder engagement, and complete a comprehensive update of
the Island County On-site Sewage System (OSS) code (ICC 8.07D) and the county's Local Management
Plan (LMP).
Recent revisions to the Washington Administrative Code (WAC 246-272A) necessitate an update to our
local OSS code. Concurrently, our LMP, last updated in 2007, requires significant revision to address
nearly two decades of regulatory changes, population growth, development, and environmental shifts
like sea level rise and increase in nonpoint source pollution impacting shellfish beds and marine
environments. Island County also recently completed a study of innovative septic solutions. Findings
show that creating local community on-site standards and decoupling from state LOSS standards like
other Puget Sound counties would incentivize local development.
ICPH staff will lead the overall project management and the formal adoption process. The selected
consultant will draft both the new OSS code and the new LMP and will support a targeted stakeholder
engagement process to ensure the documents are aligned, effective, and meet state regulations and
local priorities. This approach will be protective of public health and the vital marine ecosystems of
Puget Sound, particularly the extensive shellfish beds surrounding Whidbey and Camano Islands.
2. Scope of Work
Scope of Work: The selected consultant will author both the new OSS code and LMP, supported by
technical analysis and a strategic stakeholder engagement approach.
Key Consultant Tasks:
• Code and Plan Analysis: Conduct a thorough review of the existing Island County OSS code and
the 2007 LMP. Identify gaps, conflicts, and areas requiring updates based on the new WAC 246-
272A, current scientific data, and local conditions.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Design and facilitate a targeted stakeholder engagement process
(e.g., a limited series of workshops) with key partners (including ICPH staff, Planning & Public
Works staff, local OSS professionals, developers, and community groups). The purpose of this
engagement is to gather initial input and to review and refine the draft documents.
• Drafting the OSS Code: Lead the drafting of the updated Island County OSS code. The draft code
must align with WAC 246-272A, local planning codes, address local needs, and incorporate
feedback from the technical analysis and stakeholder engagement.
• Drafting the Local Management Plan (LMP): Lead the drafting of the new LMP, ensuring it
aligns with the new code and accurately reflects current conditions (e.g., shellfish bed locations),
addresses future challenges (e.g., sea level rise), and provides a clear framework for
implementation. The LMP must also incorporate recommendations related to innovative and
alternative systems, including guidance for local community on-site standards and options for
decoupling from state LOSS standards.
Note on County Responsibilities: ICPH staff will be responsible for overall project management
(including contract oversight and internal review), providing all necessary data and background
documents, and leading the final public comment period and formal adoption process for both
documents, including all presentations to the Board of Health.
3. Expected Outcomes & Deliverables: The primary outcome of the consultant's work is to provide ICPH
with complete, stakeholder-vetted drafts of both the OSS code and the LMP.
Key Consultant Deliverables:
• A brief Project Work Plan confirming the project timeline and communication plan.
• A Stakeholder Engagement Plan outlining the proposed strategy and number of meetings.
• Summaries of all engagement activities and feedback received.
• A complete draft of the updated Island County OSS Code (in MS Word format).
• A complete draft of the updated Local Management Plan (LMP) (in MS Word format).
4. Period of Performance The period of performance for this contract is expected to be from April 1,
2026, to June 1, 2027. The final Technical Recommendations Report must be delivered by the end of this
period.
5. Submission Requirements
Proposals must be submitted electronically to m.overbury@islandcountywa.gov by 4:00 PM PDT on
March 16th, 2026. Please include the following:
• Cover Letter: Introduce your firm and your understanding of this comprehensive code and plan
development role.
• Scope of Work Narrative (Max 4 pages): Describe your proposed approach to the analysis, code
and LMP drafting, and your strategy for stakeholder engagement. To be considered, proposals
must clearly state the number of stakeholder meetings and draft/revision cycles for each
document (code and LMP) that are included in the proposed budget.
• Project Team: Identify the key personnel who will work on this project, including their roles,
qualifications, and relevant experience with WAC 246-272A and Washington State OSS code.
• Detailed Budget: Provide a detailed, task-based budget. Proposals should not exceed a total of
$125,000.
6. Evaluation Criteria
Proposals will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
• Understanding of the Project and Proposed Approach (40%): Demonstrated understanding of
the technical requirements, a clear methodology for code and LMP drafting, and a well-defined,
efficient plan for stakeholder engagement.
• Qualifications and Experience of Project Team (40%): Expertise and direct experience with WAC
246-272A, OSS code drafting, and LMP drafting in Washington State. Experience considering and
crosswalking multiple relevant plans and documents to balance ecosystem, human health, and
natural resources protection (i.e. salmon recovery plans, comprehensive plans, shoreline
management plans, vital sign indicators, critical areas and sensitive habitats, action agenda, etc.)
• Proposed Budget and Cost-Effectiveness (20%): Clarity, completeness, and competitiveness of
the proposed budget. Proposals that demonstrate the most value within the budget constraints
will be favored.
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