10212389 RFPII Economic Analysis

The California Department of Water Resources (DWR) has issued Request for Proposal (RFP) No. 10212389 seeking technical support for economic and environmental analysis within the Water Storage Investment Program (WSIP). The solicitation calls for a contractor to provide comprehensive analytical services to assess and quantify public benefits for the California Water Commission, with work to be performed remotely and occasionally in Sacramento. Proposing firms must demonstrate at least five years of experience in water resources planning, California water policy, economic analysis, and working with state agencies. The contract will span three years with a potential two-year optional extension, with an anticipated start date of November 2025. Evaluation criteria are structured across 100 points, including 21 points for minimum qualifications, 49 points for approach to tasks/deliverables, and 30 points for cost proposal. Key deliverables include reviewing and analyzing applicants' physical public benefits, project costs, and providing analytical support to update Maximum Conditional Eligibility Determinations. Proposal responses are due by September 4, 2025, at 3 P.M., with technical questions accepted until August 21, 2025.

The RFP includes provisions for Small Business and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation, with potential preference points awarded to certified businesses. Proposing organizations must comply with political reform act provisions, protect confidential information, and adhere to state contracting regulations. While a specific total contract value is not explicitly stated, the RFP includes a detailed cost proposal worksheet for bidders to complete. The solicitation appears to be open to a range of consulting firms and professional services organizations with demonstrated expertise in water resource economics and policy analysis. Potential respondents should carefully review the comprehensive requirements, including specific scoring criteria and compliance expectations. Certification as a Small Business or DVBE could provide competitive advantages in the proposal evaluation process. The contract's focus on technical economic analysis suggests a sophisticated procurement targeting organizations with specialized knowledge of California water infrastructure and public benefit quantification.