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County recommends Denali Water Solutions contract for biosolids land application, commissioners raise PFAS concerns

5749156 · August 15, 2025
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Wastewater staff recommended awarding a three‑year biosolids land‑application contract (RFP 2025‑011) to Denali Water Solutions at an estimated not‑to‑exceed $1,000,000 per year; commissioners asked about PFAS/forever chemicals, alternative disposal costs and evaluation criteria.

Johnson County wastewater staff recommended Aug. 14 that the county award RFP 2025‑011 for biosolids land application to Denali Water Solutions LLC. Staff said five evaluation criteria (approach, key staff, firm experience, staff utilization and cost) were used; cost carried a 30% weight. Denali was ranked top once costs were included, and fee proposals ranged from $683,285 to $1,048,350; staff recommended a contract not to exceed $1,000,000 per year for a three‑year period with an optional three‑year renewal. Susan Pekarek…

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