Water Storage Investment Program Environmental Analysis - RFPII 10207871

The California Department of Water Resources (DWR) has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP II) for technical support services related to the Water Storage Investment Program (WSIP), targeting economic and environmental analysis across Sacramento County and San Francisco City. The procurement seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive technical assistance for reviewing and analyzing applicants' physical public benefits and project costs, with specific focus on updating Maximum Conditional Eligibility Determinations (MCEDs). Proposing firms must demonstrate a minimum of five years of experience in water resources planning, economic analysis, and working with California state agencies. The contract evaluation will be based on a 100-point system, with 21 points for minimum qualifications, 49 points for approach to tasks/deliverables, and 30 points for cost proposal. Key deadlines include technical questions due by April 10, 2025, at 3 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, with DWR's written responses provided by April 14, 2025, and final proposals due by April 21, 2025. The anticipated contract start date is July 2025, with an initial three-year term and potential two-year extension, with services to be performed remotely and potentially at DWR's Sacramento office.

The procurement includes specific requirements for Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation, with a minimum acceptable commitment level of 3% and potential incentive calculations. Funding for this opportunity is sourced from a 2014 water bond ($2.7 billion) and an additional $75 million from a 2024 bond act, with priority given to existing WSIP projects for inflation adjustments or increased public benefits. The contract will prioritize firms that can demonstrate robust capabilities in conducting complex economic and environmental analyses, with a focus on quantifying and monetizing public benefits within California's water infrastructure ecosystem. While no incumbent vendors are specifically mentioned, the procurement suggests a competitive landscape for firms with specialized expertise in water resource economics and environmental impact assessment. The total contract value is not explicitly stated, but the substantial bond funding indicates a significant potential investment in the selected contractor's services.