On-Call Metallurgical Engineering Services

The California Department of Water Resources (DWR), specifically the Division of Operations and Maintenance's Mechanical Engineering Branch, is seeking qualified metallurgical engineering firms to provide on-call technical services through a Statement of Qualification (SOQ) procurement process. The primary objective is to secure expert metallurgical engineering support for conducting material failure analysis, comprehensive testing, and evaluation of mechanical components related to State Water Project (SWP) facilities and departmental projects. Prospective contractors must demonstrate advanced expertise in metallurgical engineering, with a focus on diagnostics, analytical testing, and technical assessment of mechanical infrastructure. The solicitation requires firms to submit detailed qualifications documenting their technical capabilities, relevant experience, and professional competencies in metallurgical analysis and engineering evaluation. The request for qualifications (RFQ) was posted on September 24, 2025, with a submission deadline of October 29, 2025, providing interested firms approximately five weeks to prepare and submit their comprehensive qualifications package.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, the procurement appears to be open to qualified professional engineering firms with specialized metallurgical expertise. The estimated contract value ranges between $1,000,000 and $10,000,000, suggesting a significant multi-year engagement with potential for substantial professional services. The broad scope of work implies that the selected contractor will provide critical technical support across various DWR infrastructure projects, potentially involving complex mechanical systems within the State Water Project. The wide contract value range indicates flexibility in potential engagement levels and the complexity of anticipated metallurgical engineering tasks. Interested firms will need to demonstrate comprehensive capabilities in material failure analysis, advanced testing methodologies, and technical evaluation processes specific to water infrastructure mechanical components.