U.S. Virgin Islands — The Department of Planning and Natural Resources (DPNR), Division of Environmental Protection (DEP), in collaboration with the Department of Property & Procurement, announces the release of Request for Proposals (RFP) No. 2025-002 for qualified legal services in support of the Hazardous Waste and Solid Waste Management Program (HW&SWMP).
This RFP seeks experienced attorneys or law firms to provide comprehensive legal support in the areas of regulatory compliance, permitting, enforcement actions, litigation, policy development, and public engagement. The selected legal provider will play a critical role in ensuring adherence to federal and territorial environmental laws, including the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) and local solid and hazardous waste regulations.
Eligible applicants must be licensed to practice law in the U.S. Virgin Islands and demonstrate a minimum of five (5) years of relevant legal experience, with a preference for those who have represented government or regulatory agencies.
Key Dates
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RFP Issuance: April 30, 2025
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Deadline for Questions: May 14, 2025
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Response to Questions: May 21, 2025
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Proposal Submission Deadline: May 30, 2025, by 5:00 p.m.
All proposals or questions must be submitted via email to Jozette J. Walker, Assistant Commissioner/Chief Procurement & Sustainability Officer, at jozette.walker@dpnr.vi.gov with the subject line: “DEPHW – RFP No. 2025-002 Legal Services – [Attorney/Firm Name]”
Applicants must also be registered in GVIBUY and compliant with SAM.gov requirements to be considered.
The full RFP document, including detailed scope, qualifications, and evaluation criteria, is available for download RFP No. 2025-002 – DPNR-EP SHSWP Legal Services .
