Russian River Telemetry Study

The State Water Resources Control Board's Division of Water Rights is seeking qualified firms for RFQ No. 24-030-300, the Russian River Telemetry Study, spanning Mendocino and Sonoma County jurisdictions. The procurement involves comprehensive water monitoring services, specifically telemetered water equipment installation, maintenance, repair, training, and data quality assurance assessment. Prospective contractors must demonstrate at least 5 years of full-time experience in water monitoring projects, with expertise in water stage height monitoring, flow and volume measurements, surface storage/reservoir monitoring, and water quality parameter tracking. The evaluation will utilize a 1,290-point scoring system, assessing written responses, oral interviews, and reference checks, with key criteria including experience with water monitoring equipment, data management capabilities, project approach, training capabilities, project management, and personnel qualifications. Key action dates include a voluntary pre-bid conference on January 29, 2025, at 10:30 AM PST, with questions due by January 23, 2025, at 4:00 PM PST. The final Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) packages are due February 28, 2025, at 5:00 PM PST, with technical evaluations completing March 7, 2025, interviews conducted March 10-14, 2025, and fee negotiations scheduled for March 17-28, 2025.

The solicitation includes a Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirement, with final payment contingent on DVBE reporting. The contract term is anticipated to be 36 months, running through March 31, 2028, with the proposed start date contingent upon agreement approval. Unique to this procurement is a GenAI Reporting and Factsheet requirement, mandating documentation of artificial intelligence usage. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the Water Board reserves the right to amend the contract to add additional time, tasks, and budget as needed. The procurement process will only negotiate pricing with the highest-ranked technically qualified firm, ensuring a merit-based selection approach. Firms must submit comprehensive documentation, including Federal Form 330, DVBE documentation, and compliance with the AI reporting mandate. Interested parties are advised to frequently check caleprocure.ca.gov for potential additional addendums or revisions to the RFQ.