Specifications include, but are not limited to: The DNR seeks the services of a qualified Contractor to provide environmental management services to assist the DNR in continued development and on-going support of the Iowa Solid Waste Environmental Management System (EMS) program. The successful Contractor shall assist with developing and implementing Phase II of the Sustainable Materials Management – Vision for Iowa initiative. Phase II is a multi-year, stakeholder led initiative that involves, but is not limited to, lead and report on full stakeholder and subcommittee meetings activities and outcomes, conduct research of other state’s SMM activities and approaches, research and conduct life cycle assessments (as requested), and develop stakeholder supported recommendations based on identified SMM priorities for movement to a sustainable materials management approach for protection of public health and safety and the environment.