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HomeMy WebLinkAbout4.29.22 Draft RFP - Wildfire Resiliency and Fuels Management From:Pack, Joshua To:Bennett, Robin; Clerk of the Board; Connelly, Bill; Cook, Holly; Cook, Robin; Hironimus, Patrizia; Kimmelshue, Tod; Lucero, Debra; Paulsen, Shaina; Pickett, Andy; Reaster, Kayla; Ring, Brian; Ritter, Tami; Stephens, Brad J.; Sweeney, Kathleen; Teeter, Doug; Valencia, Shyanne; Stephens, Brad J. Subject:Draft RFP - Wildfire Resiliency and Fuels Management Date:Friday, April 29, 2022 5:42:56 PM Attachments:Request for Proposal Wildfire Resiliency and Fuels Management DRAFT.pdf Good evening, Board members! I know there has been some interest in our effort to prepare a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the use of the newly acquired property adjacent to the landfill to support wildfire resiliency and fuels management. With the assistance of Administration and General Services, Public Works has prepared a draft th RFP that is scheduled for circulation this Thursday, May 5. In advance of advertising this RFP, I wanted to share this draft document with you so you are aware of our upcoming efforts. As discussed at a prior meeting, the scope of this RFP is relatively broad and focuses on possible land uses and partnerships that best support our efforts to improve community safety through the sustainable utilization of available forest fuels. I would encourage anyone interested to read sections 3-4 of the RFP. These sections outline the project background and scope of services and should give you an idea of the proposed approach. If you have any questions or wish to discuss this RFP further, feel free to reach out to me anytime and I’d be happy to chat. I appreciate the opportunity for our department to work on these efforts! - Josh Joshua Pack Director of Public Works 7 County Center Drive Oroville, CA 95965 530.538.7681 Phone 530-538-7171 Fax jpack@buttecounty.net REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS Butte County Wildfire Resiliency and Fuels Management Project RFP Publication Date: May 5, 2022 RFP Submission Deadline Date: June 21, 2022, at 5:00 PM Issued by: Joshua Pack Director – Public Works Butte County Public Works 7 County Center Drive Oroville, California 95965 Request for Proposal Rev 04.29.2022 Butte County Public Works Department Page 1 of 15 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1)RESPONDENT ADMONISHMENT............................................................................3 2)INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................3 3) BACKGROUND ......................................................................................................... 3 4) SCOPE OF SERVICES ............................................................................................. 5 5) FORMAT FOR PROPOSALS.................................................................................... 9 6)SELECTION PROCESS..........................................................................................10 7) SUBMITTAL EVALUATION ..................................................................................... 11 8)RULES OF PROCUREMENT..................................................................................12 9) COUNTY NOTICES ................................................................................................. 13 10) DISCLOSURE OF INFORMATION ......................................................................... 15 Request for Proposal Rev 04.29.2022 Butte County Public Works Department Page 2 of 15 1) RESPONDENT ADMONISHMENT Respondents are reminded that it is their responsibility to: Read carefully all of the content of this entire document and address all requirements and follow all procedures of this Request for Proposal (RFP). Ask for clarification before the final due date of questions. Immediately inform the County of any problems with this Solicitation. Be complete in response. Submit all responses by the required dates and times. 2)INTRODUCTION The County of Butte is seeking a firmthat can best utilize available unimproved land adjacent to the Neal Road Recycling and Waste Facility (NWWRF) to support countywide efforts to improve wildfire resiliency and fuels managementfor the County of Butte Department of Public Works (“Public Works”). Butte County intends to award a contractto or enter into an agreement with a firm that will meet our qualification criteria and has successfully performed services on similar projects in the past. Recognizing the unique nature of this RFP, Respondents should include their intended contract or agreement processes as part of their proposal. Generally, the terms of the contract or agreement mayincludebut are not limited to: (1) completion of the project within the timeframe provided; (2) no additional work authorized without prior written approval; (3) no payment without prior written approval; (4) funding availability; (5) termination of the contract under certain conditions; (6) indemnification of the County; (7) approval by the County of any subcontractors; and (8) minimum appropriate insurance requirements. 3) BACKGROUND Wildfire Persistent drought, catastrophic wildfires, and climate change are impacting forests at an extraordinary pace and scale. According to the Forestland Steward, more than 6.5 million acres have burned in California in the last two years – an area roughly the size of Massachusetts. Focusing on Butte County, there have been 400,000 acres burned and 20,000 structures destroyed due to wildfire in the past 20 years. The majority of the destruction occurred during the 2018 Camp Fire and the 2020 North Complex Fire. These fires were among the deadliest, most destructive, and costliest wildfire events in California’s history. The unprecedented pace atwhich these fires spread throughout the impacted communities was exacerbated by many factors including roadside vegetative fuels.Butte County's high fire-prone areas continue to pose a serious and persistent risk to the safety of residents who live in those areas. These incidents have fundamentally affected the County and resulted in increased awareness and vigilance regarding dangerous vegetation fuels that could spark the next Request for Proposal Rev 04.29.2022 Butte County Public Works Department Page 3 of 15 major wildfire event. In particular, the removal and utilizationof overstocked forest biomass fuels and dead and dying fuels due is imperative to developing defensible space and improving wildfire recovery and resiliency. Recognizing that there is no one-size-fits- all approach to mitigatethese threats, an extraordinary and sustained response by a myriad of engaged stakeholders from all sectorsis necessary. With this in mind, the County recognizes that it can play a significant role in support of these ambitious goals. NRRWF History The NRRWF is located on Neal Road approximately one mile east of State Route 99. The NRRWF is owned and operated by Butte County Public Works and relies primarily on user fees to fund ongoing operations. Based on the remaining available capacity and annual usage under its current configuration, the site is expected to exhaust its remaining capacity in 25-30 years. In recent years, the State of California has adopted additional regulations and diversion targets that have significantly impacted landfill operations at the NRRWF and throughout the State. One recent and significant example of these regulations is the passage of Senate Bill (SB) 1383 -Reduction of Short-Lived Climate Pollutants. SB 1383 established statewide organic waste reduction targets of 50% in 2020 and 75% in 2025 for the disposal of organic waste that isdesigned to support the State's effort to reduce emissions of short-lived climate pollutants in California. Butte County is in the process of adopting significant operational changes to comply with SB 1383 but is struggling to find cost- effective options to comply with processing the expected increases in organic materials. The NRRWF continues to play a significant role in the removal and processing of debris from recent fires by supporting ongoing community efforts to clear vegetation and trees and improve community resilience. In 2021, the NRRWF kicked off a Wildland Urban Interface Residential Green Waste Program to support these efforts. The Board of Supervisors voted in 2022 to make this program permanentat an ongoing cost to the NRRWF enterprise fund. Currently, the NRRWF utilizes an air curtain burner permitted through the Butte County Air Quality Management District to dispose of green waste generated by the program. The NRRWF has a prior history ofutilizing resources to generate energy. In the mid- 2000s, Butte County received corrective action from the Regional Water Quality Control Board to remove excess landfill gases (methane) from closed landfill modules. As the County developed methodologies to remove methane, officials expressed interest in monetizing the removal of excess methane. The County solicited proposals to utilize the energy potential and produce financial benefits for the County in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations. In 2008, the County entered into a contract with Ameresco to construct a power generation plant and the necessary transmission facilities to nearby PG&E facilities on the northeast corner of the landfill site. Commercial power generation began at the site in December 2012 and continues today. Increased efforts to divert organic materials away from the landfill will likely help the landfill extend its remaining capacity, while the successful utilization of these materials may help Request for Proposal Rev 04.29.2022 Butte County Public Works Department Page 4 of 15 support Statewide efforts to reduce Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions. Property Purchase and Potential Uses In response to a myriadof emerging needs and concerns, Public Works recently acquired three adjacent parcels to the NRRWF totaling approximately 244 acres for $708,000 (see Figure 1 Parcels 1-3). Public Works has also embarked on an ambitious Master Plan process to evaluate existing landfill operations and make recommendations on future operations and capital improvements. The Master Plan is currently in the beginning phases, and potential alternatives for use of these additional properties won’t be fully developed until the draft Master Plan is completed in early 2023. Until this analysis is complete, it is unclear what potential uses of these properties may be. In recent months, staff has been in conversation with organizations expressing interest in operating various commercial facilities that would utilize forest biomass fuels in support of defensible space and wildfire resiliency. Many of these organizations have expressed interest in the potential sale or long-term lease of one or more of the aforementioned parcels. These parcels are strategically located along Neal Road adjacent to the NRRWF and provide nearby access to State Route 99 and areas with significant woody biomass. The Board of Supervisors recognizes that one or more of these parcelsmay provide opportunities for engaged stakeholders to develop sustainable solutions to support the pursuit of improved wildfire resiliency and fuels management. While the current Master Plan process includes effortsto develop potential alternative site uses, the Board has also indicated that improved wildfire resiliency and fuels management efforts are a high priority and cannot wait for the completion of the Master Plan processfor further analysis. Recognizing that these parcels can potentially provide considerable benefit to the County and the community, the Board of Supervisors has directed staff to issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the potential use of these properties in support of fuels management and wildfire resiliency efforts. 4) SCOPE OF SERVICES The County anticipates that the firm selected for this work shall recommend sustainable project(s) that can utilize one or both of the aforementioned properties based on several criteriato support sustainable fuels managementand wildfire resiliency efforts in Butte County. In light of the tremendous destruction wrought by recent catastrophic wildfires,the primary goal of this RFP is the highest and best use of the aforementioned parcel(s) to process and/or utilize woody biomass fuels to improve wildfire resiliency and support fuels reduction efforts in Butte County. Numerous secondary goals include – but are not limited to - the project’s economic benefit to Butte County, reduction in GHG emissions, opportunities to develop sustainable sources of renewable energy, direct and indirect job creation, and compatibility/integration with NRRWF goals and objectives such as compliance with SB 1383. Request for Proposal Rev 04.29.2022 Butte County Public Works Department Page 5 of 15 Butte County Public Works is open to various ideas and interpretations of this RFP to best meet the goals and objectives of the stated project and strongly encourages anyone with interest to submit a proposal. Respondents may include – but are not limited to – corporations, non-profit organizations, quasi-governmental, governmental, and other entities. The Department also encourages partnerships and relationships that can fully take advantage of the available parcel(s) resources and infrastructure. While these partnerships may be preliminary at the project proposal stage, the Department would expect these partnerships to be well-defined before contract or agreement execution. Although the potential opportunities to utilize the available parcel(s) and infrastructure in support of fuels reduction and wildfire resiliency are numerous and diverse, some potential options for the project site may include one or more of the following: General waste-stream diversion Reduce, re-use, recycle, recapture services Organics diversion / processing Green waste processing / composting Municipal solid waste processing Biomass conversion / utilization Biochar, biocarbon, soil blending production Alternative energy generation Forest product manufacturing General manufacturing Wildfire recovery and resilience services Education and training With this in mind, applicants should develop a robust project proposal that best supports these goals and objectives. Some areas of focus may include – but are not limited to – the following items: Overall project feasibility and sustainability Proof of concept examples of other similar proposals or sites in California and/or the western United States The expected annual woody biomass that will potentially be utilized by the project within Butte County and elsewhere (if applicable) Identify whether woody biomass feedstock will be sourced within Butte County or expand more regionally to include other nearby areas Sustainable woody biomass feedstock partnership(s) and transport to and from the project site as applicable Project timeline and the expected date of project completion and implementation Ability to identify and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations Ability to identify and secure all applicable licenses and permits Ability to identify and secure all necessary financing to construct and operate the project; and any funding expenditure deadlines Ability to prepare all necessary reports and studies and solicit stakeholder support for the project Request for Proposal Rev 04.29.2022 Butte County Public Works Department Page 6 of 15 Ability to navigate and secure environmental (CEQA & NEPA) clearance as applicable Ability to identify necessary improvements and mitigation measures necessary to support project development Ability to identify, create, and maintain sustainable partnerships with public, quasi- public, non-profit, utility, and private entities in support of the proposed project Understanding of and ability to successfully navigate the county’s development and permitting process The project’s short-term and long-term investment and economic impact, with a specific focus on overall financial investment in the project, annual operating budget, direct and indirect jobs, economic output, etc. The recommended arrangement to secure the use of the subject properties(i.e. purchase, lease agreement, etc.), the process to establish an agreement between the applicant and Butte County to secure the necessary property rights, and the length of the desired agreement if applicable Thoroughly outline and describe the relationship between Butte County and the applicant, including the use of Franchise Agreements orother revenue-based agreements, necessary Memorandums of Understanding or Agreements, etc. Describe any potential indirect or direct revenues that Butte County may expect from the project if applicable, including annual revenue projections, franchise fees, etc., and any contingencies The project’s ability to reduce GHG emissions in alignment with the Butte County Climate Action Plan, General Plan, and other applicable plans and programs The ability to develop a sustainable source of renewable energy in alignment with the Butte County Climate Action Plan, General Plan, and other applicable plans and programs The ability to integrate with and/or coexist with the NRRWF The ability to accept and process other organic materials (in addition to residential green waste) currently processed by the NRRWF The ability to support and integrate the NRRWF’s Wildland Urban Interface Residential Green Waste program into operations The project’s ability to support the NRRWF’s ability to meet SB 1383 requirements The ability (if applicable) to mix technologies and combine uses to maximize the utilization of woody biomass and/or diverted landfill organics. Request for Proposal Rev 04.29.2022 Butte County Public Works Department Page 7 of 15 Request for Proposal Rev 04.29.2022 Butte County Public Works Department Page 8 of 15 5) FORMAT FOR PROPOSALS Responses to the Request for Proposals must be made according to the requirements outlined in this section, both for content and for sequence. Failure to adhere to these requirements, or inclusion of conditions, limitations, or misrepresentations in a response may be cause for rejection of the submittal. Use 8-1/2” x 11” sheets (foldouts are acceptable for charts, etc.). Type size must be large enough to be easily legible, but shall not be smaller than 10-point. The County shall receive all Submissions no later than June 21, 2022, at 5:00 PM. a) The response shall include a cover letter, a table of contents, and all items listed below and shall be in the following format: Submissions shall contain 1 (1) signed, unbound original and three (3) hard copies, printed material on 8-1/2” X 11” paper. One (1) electronic copy shall also be provided in CD or thumb drive format. Submissions shall be in the order noted below. Submissions may also include color and fold-out charts and graphs. Mandatory Content and Sequence of Submittal: i)The cover letter shall be a maximum two-page cover letter and introduction and shall include the name and address of the respondent submitting the proposal, together with the name, address, and telephone number of the contact person who will be authorized to make representations for the respondent, the respondent's federal tax ID number and a list of subcontractors, if any. The cover letter shall include a statement that the proposal is valid for 90 days after receipt. ii) Table of Contents shall be a detailed Table of Contents and shall include an outline of submittal, identified by sequential page number and by section reference number and section title as described therein. iii)Respondent’s Experience Summaryshall be a maximum of eight pages (not including resumes) in length and shall describe the respondent’s experience. Experience and focus in the public sector are of vital importance. The County is looking to partner with a firm that has years of experience supporting wildfire resiliency and fuels management. Resumesshould be included for any key personnel to be assigned to this project. The proposal shall also include the timeline for completing all required tasks. Describe related past projects completed along with a discussion comparing similarities with this proposed project. Please provide a comprehensive narrative history of the firm and its experience in providing similar services to government municipalities, counties, and departments. Request for Proposal Rev 04.29.2022 Butte County Public Works Department Page 9 of 15 This section shall also contain a comprehensive list of references preferably including municipalities or government agencies wherein similar services were performed. At a minimum, the following information must be included for each client reference: Client name, address, contact person name, telephone number, fax number, and email address. A detailed description of services provided similar to the services outlined in the Draft Scope of Work, and dates of services performed iv)Firm Capabilitiesshall be a maximum of six pages entitled “Firm Capabilities”, and shall include a description of the proposing Respondent’s resources for successfully developing and completing this project. v) Costshall detail the cost or revenue portion of the proposal. Respondent shall provide pricing based on the project scope of services. Respondent shall provide an itemized breakdown of all costs or revenues associated with the project. Prices or revenues quoted shall be valid for at least ninety (90) days following the proposal submission deadline. If an hourly rate is quoted, the anticipated total number of hours should be included along with a not-to-exceed price for the project. vi)Draft Scope of Workshall be identified as “Attachment III – Scope of Work” for incorporation in the contract or agreement between the Respondent and Butte County. This is the document in which the proposing Respondents are requested to describe the work they will perform to complete this project. If there are any tasks to be performed by the County, these tasks should be clearly described as County tasks in the Draft Scope of Work. If the proposing respondent included cost or revenue information in the proposal, the proposed rates should be included in the Draft Scope of Work. 6) SELECTION PROCESS The selection committee may include representatives from various departments of the County. The criteria for selecting the firm areprovided below: a. Relevant Experience and References. Does the Respondent have sufficient similar experience in the kind of work required? Does the Respondent have a reputation for being reliable, delivering on schedule, and performing tasks to the satisfaction of its clients? b. Project Understanding and Approach. Does the Respondent have an understanding of the primary and secondary project goals and the project scope Request for Proposal Rev 04.29.2022 Butte County Public Works Department Page 10 of 15 of services? Does the Respondent have the ability to propose a project or approach to meet those goals? Does the Respondent understand and account for potential project issues or concerns? Does the Respondent have sufficient stability and ability to meet the needs of the County both now and in the future? Does the Respondent thoroughly understand the regulatory environment, CEQA/NEPA project, permitting requirements, and other project milestones? c. Ability to Meet Project Primary Goals.Does the proposed projectbest meet the primary goals of wildfire resiliency and fuels management? d. Ability to Meet Project Secondary Goals. Does the proposed project best meet the second goals that include – but are not limited to the project’s economic benefit to Butte County, reduction in GHG emissions, opportunities to develop sustainable sources of renewable energy, direct and indirectjob creation, and compatibility/integration with NRRWF goals and objectives? e. Fiscal Impact or Benefit to the County.Does the proposed project thoroughly outline and account for potential fiscal impacts and/or benefits to the County per the scope of services? Does the project generate direct and/or indirect revenue? Are those revenues sustainable? Are they contingent upon project variables? f.Project FeasibilityDoes the proposed project have a strong likelihood of long-term success? Does the proposed project adequately address potential issues and provide specificity on solutions to those issues? Does the Respondent have a track record of sustained project success in other communities, particularly in the state of California? g. Project Schedule Does the proposed project schedule include a reasonable timeline to project implementation? How quickly can the proposed project begin utilizing woody biomass fuels in Butte County? The County may discuss the proposals and negotiate modifications of the proposal, draft scope of work, terms and conditions, and pricing with the prospective firm as a part of the selection process. 7) SUBMITTAL EVALUATION Overall criteria used to evaluate responses include: Points Criteria Relevant Experience and References:20 Project Understanding and Approach: 20 Ability to Meet the Project Primary Goals: 40 Ability to Meet the Project Secondary Goals: 25 Fiscal Impact or Benefit to the County:15 Project Feasibility: 20 Request for Proposal Rev 04.29.2022 Butte County Public Works Department Page 11 of 15 Project Schedule: 10 Total: 150 Selection may consist of two levels of review. Level I will consist of evaluating the proposals to establishthe most qualified respondents. Level II will be used to select the finalist. This level may include a request for a presentation/demonstration from the finalists, proposal fact-finding, and negotiation of contract or agreement terms and conditions at no cost to the County. The presentation/demonstration may be web-based (i.e. Zoom) or in-person. The County may discuss the proposals and negotiate modifications of the proposal, draft scope of work, terms and conditions, and pricing or revenue structures with the prospective firms as a part of the selection process. 8) RULES OF PROCUREMENT Timeline Summary EventAnticipated Date/Time (Subject to Change) Solicitation Publication May 5, 2022 Final Date to Submit Questions and Requests for Clarification June 9, 2022, at 5:00 PM Questions Answered via Public Purchase June 15, 2022 RFP Submittals Due June 21, 2022, at 5:00 PM Preliminary Evaluation Completed July 8, 2022 Presentation/Demonstration (if desired) Week of July 11, 2022 Evaluation Completion Week of July 18, 2022 Award of Contract / Agreement September 2022 County Contact Information All communication regarding this Solicitation shall be in writing and directed through the Public Purchase procurement website to: Joshua Pack Director – Public Works Butte County Department of Public Works County of Butte, California 7 County Center Drive Oroville, CA 95965-3413 This person will serve as the County’s contact person for this project andwill also respond Request for Proposal Rev 04.29.2022 Butte County Public Works Department Page 12 of 15 directly to questions and inquiries during the solicitation. Do not contact other County personnel or selection committee members regarding this project or the selection procedures. Firms interested in participating in this solicitation are encouraged to register at the Public Purchase website: www.publicpurchase.com. Questions: Questions and requests for clarification may only be submitted through the Public Purchase website. Verbal and phone inquiries will not be answered. All questions and requests for clarification shall be submitted no later than June 9, 2022, at 5:00 PM The County will provide answers and clarifications by posting an addendum(s) through the Public Purchase website by June 15, 2022, so all Responders receive consistent information. It is the responsibility of all interested firms to access the website for this th information. Questions received after June 9 may not be answered. 9) COUNTY NOTICES All proposing firms responding to this RFP should note the following: a) All work performed for Butte County, including all documents associated with the project, shallbecome the exclusive property of Butte County. b) The selected firm is expected to perform and complete the project in its entirety. c) All costs including travel, arising from the development and delivery of a response to this RFP incurred by any proposing firm shall be borne by the firm without reimbursement by Butte County. d) The selected Respondent shall remain an independent Contractor, working under his/her supervision and direction, and is not a representative or employee of Butte County. The Respondent agrees to file tax returns and pay all applicable taxes on amounts paid according to this contract or agreement. e) The opening of proposals in response to this Solicitation is not subject to attendance by the general public. This restriction is necessitated by the factthat the final contract or agreement is subject to negotiations, and it would be unfair for competing companies to know the prices quoted by one another. f) The successful Respondent must be prepared to begin work promptly following contract or agreement execution and is expected to complete the project in its entirety. g) Issuance of this Solicitation in no way constitutes a commitment by the County to award a contract or enter into an agreement. If the County determines it is in its best interest to do so, no Respondent may be selected. Request for Proposal Rev 04.29.2022 Butte County Public Works Department Page 13 of 15 h) Upon acceptable negotiations, the Respondent shall be required to execute a contract or agreement and comply with County insurance and indemnification requirements. i) The County reserves the right to request additional information from Respondents that have submitted a response to this Solicitation and to enter into negotiations with more than one Respondent should a contract be awarded or to award a purchase order or contract to the Respondent(s) with the most favorable quotation without conducting negotiations. The County reserves the right to award more than one contract if it is in the best interest of the County. j)The County reserves the right to reject any or all submittals received if the County determines that it is in its best interest to do so. Further, the County may cancel or amend this Solicitation at any time and may submit similar solicitations in the future. k) The County may reject any submittal that does not meet all of the mandatory requirements of this Solicitation, is conditional, or is incomplete. l) The County may request clarification of any submitted information and may request additional information on any or all responses provided and may waive minor inconsistencies deemed to be irrelevant. m) Firms that submitted a proposal in response to an RFP but were unsuccessful in their attempt to obtain a contract or recommendation for a contract or agreement may request a debriefing to learn the general reasons for selection of a competitor for contract award. Requests for debriefings shall be directed to the Public Works Department, 7 County Center Drive, Oroville, CA 95965, telephone 530.538.7681. Debriefings may be conducted via telephone, email, or during a face-to-face meeting at the County offices in Oroville, California. n) Firms that have received a debriefing, but continue to feel aggrieved in connection with the solicitation or award of a contract or agreement may submit a protest to the Director, Public Works, 7 County Center Drive, Oroville, CA 95965. All protests must be made in writing, signed by an individual authorized to sign the submitted proposal, and must contain a statement of the reason(s) for the protest: citing the law, rule, regulation, or procedure on which the protest is based. Respondent’s capabilities, project characteristics, and/or pricing features that were not included in the firm’s proposal shall not be introduced during the protest process. The protest shall be submitted within seven (7) working days after such aggrieved firm knows or should have known of the facts giving rise thereto or within seven working days following the debriefing. o) The withdrawal of any submittal must be made in writing before the required submission date and time and must be signed by an authorized representative of Request for Proposal Rev 04.29.2022 Butte County Public Works Department Page 14 of 15 the firm. An error in the submission may cause the rejection of that submittal. However, the firm may reissue a new or modified submittal before the date and time required for submission. 10) DISCLOSURE OF INFORMATION All information and materials submitted to the County in response to this RFP may be reproduced by the County to provide copies to authorized County personnel involved in the evaluation of the proposals, but shall be exempt from public inspection under the California Public Records Act until a contract or agreement is executed. Bid awards are a matter of public record. Once a contract or agreement is executed, proposals submitted in response to this RFP are subject to public disclosure as required by law. Your submission of a proposal is considered your consent to the County’s disclosure of the proposal. The County shall not be liable for disclosure of any information or records related to this procurement. Request for Proposal Rev 04.29.2022 Butte County Public Works Department Page 15 of 15