This is a multi-faceted RFP including elements wherein the vendor(s) will provide direct assistance to local communities and water systems and coordinate directly with and assist NDEP in implementing the program. Vendors should demonstrate an understanding of local government function(s) and unique political and economic goals of Nevada’s communities (both as a whole and individually) and recommend creative strategies for addressing local source water protection concerns. The technical scope of work entails data collection; source water capture zone modeling using ISWPP-approved methods, GIS, and mapping services; and professional judgment in delineating final Source Water Protection Areas (SWPAs) for drinking water sources on various topographic and local planning maps in coordination with local planning teams. In addition to the technical requirements, awarded vendor(s) will work closely with NDEP staff to lead the plan development process through building the planning team, maintaining and encouraging team participation, preparing meeting minutes, and providing recommendations to the team on the various plan elements. Vendors are expected to have the skills and experience to facilitate productive meetings, ensuring that progress is made for the timely completion of the local plan. NDEP may ask the top three (3) ranked vendors to provide a presentation to NDEP (approximately 20 minutes) on their particular approach during an interview prior to vendor selection. NDEP strongly recommends staff proposed to work on the contract be present for the presentation and interview.