Agency Water & Soil Resources Board

Contractor International Water Institute

SWIFT Contract Number 220748

Project Name Strategic Framework to Guide Local Water Storage Implementation

Project Number (if applicable) {Empty}

Summarize purpose of the contract, including why it was necessary: M.L. 2022, Chpt 94, Sec2, Subd. 03O. To create a framework for prioritizing water storage projects throughout the state. The framework will use existing data and local stakeholder input, be scalable, and emphasize projects that provide multiple benefits, including for water quality, flood control, and habitat.

Project Duration

Start Date Thu, 11/10/2022 - 00:00

Original end date Sun, 06/30/2024 - 00:00

Actual end date Sun, 06/30/2024 - 00:00

Did project finish on time? Yes

Total billable hours utilized (if applicable) {Empty}

Contract Amounts

Original contract: $105000.00

Amendments $0.00

Contract total $105000.00

Did project finish within budget? Yes

What was the funding source? 2050 / R9PEWS2

Is this a sole source contract? Yes

If this was a single source contract, explain why the agency determined there was only a single source for the services (if applicable) BWSR was appropriated $200,000 to complete a project titled “Strategic Framework to Guide Local Water Storage.” Per the work plan approved by LCCMR, BWSR is authorized to direct a sub award of $105,000 to the International Water Institute given their expertise in deriving and presenting data and other information needed to complete the project. The contract includes a detailed exhibit that outlines the specifications, duties, and scope of work including specific deliverables.

Evaluator Name Henry Van Offelen

Evaluator Email Address henry.van.offelen@state.mn.us

Evaluate the contractor's timeliness Contract work was completed on time. All tasks were completed in coordination with BWSR staff as needed and products delivered as needed.

Evaluate the contractor's quality The quality of the contractor’s work was up to standards as required.

Evaluate the contractor's cost The rates that the contractor charges are substantially lower than private firms that do similar work.

Evaluate the contractor's overall performance The staff and administration of the International Water Institute are easy to work with and collaborative. They did work in a timely fashion, were collaborative in their work, and participated in the project as needed.

Would you engage the contractor's services again? Yes

Describe any negative action taken during the duration of this contract (i.e., termination, pursuit of suspension, etc.): {Empty}

Please rate the overall experience with the contractor 5 - very satisfied