RFQ 10213332 - Truckee River Operating Agreement Hydrologic Engineering Services

The California Department of Water Resources (DWR), through its Division of Regional Assistance and North Central Regional Office, is seeking hydrologic engineering services for the Truckee River Operating Agreement (TROA). The procurement involves a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) with a mandatory virtual pre-SOQ conference scheduled for December 11, 2025, at 10:00 AM. Prospective firms must submit Statements of Qualification by December 24, 2025, at 2:00 PM, with specific requirements including analyzing hydrologic models, developing California Guidelines for TROA operations, and supporting DWR staff in water management strategies. Required qualifications include a Professional Engineer license in both California and Nevada, with California Certified Hydrogeologist status preferred. Key deliverables will involve detailed hydrologic modeling and strategic water management recommendations. The procurement timeline includes a potential interview period from January 13-20, 2026, with contract negotiations to be completed by February 13, 2026, and final contract approval targeted for March 20, 2026. Firms must disclose any use of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) in completing deliverables, with potential disqualification for non-disclosure.

The RFQ encourages participation from Small Businesses and Disabled Veterans Business Enterprises (DVBE), with specific provisions to support these business categories. The contract is structured with an estimated three-year term from March 20, 2026, through March 19, 2029, with options for up to two additional one-year amendments. The procurement has a substantial contract value ranging between $1,000,000 and $10,000,000, with DWR conducting negotiations based on the firm's actual costs and a fixed profit rate established by the department. Selected firms will be required to submit comprehensive financial documentation, including detailed payroll records, fringe benefit documentation, overhead costs, and compensation policies within five business days of selection. Attendance at the mandatory pre-SOQ conference is crucial, with each firm required to have an authorized representative present. DWR reserves the right to reject all Statements of Qualification and will not reimburse firms for any proposal preparation costs incurred during the procurement process.