Butte Water District Temporary Water Transfers 2026-2030 DEIR
Butte Water DistrictUtility District · Gridley, CA- Due
- Mar 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- Donnie Stinnett
- (530) 846-3100
The 30-second brief
The Butte Water District (BWD) is soliciting interest for potential one-year water transfers over a five-year period from 2026 through 2030. The project includes short-term transfers of up to 24,000 acre-feet (AF) in any year, comprising up to 14,000 AF from crop idling and up to 10,000 AF from groundwater substitution. Santa Clara Valley Water District (Valley Water) holds the first right of refusal. The Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) evaluates impacts on biological resources, hydrology, and water quality across 32,505 acres in Butte and Sutter Counties. Written comments on the DEIR are due by March 30, 2026, to Donnie Stinnett, General Manager. The project utilizes existing conveyance infrastructure and may include the installation of a third production well.
Written comments on the Draft Environmental Impact Report
Compliance with CEQA, hydrologic conditions, climate variability, watershed use, and regulatory requirements
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Summary
The Butte Water District (BWD) is soliciting interest for potential one-year water transfers over a five-year period from 2026 through 2030.
The project includes short-term transfers of up to 24,000 acre-feet (AF) in any year, comprising up to 14,000 AF from crop idling and up to 10,000 AF from groundwater substitution. Santa Clara Valley Water District (Valley Water) holds the first right of refusal. The Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) evaluates impacts on biological resources, hydrology, and water quality across 32,505 acres in Butte and Sutter Counties. Written comments on the DEIR are due by March 30, 2026, to Donnie Stinnett, General Manager. The project utilizes existing conveyance infrastructure and may include the installation of a third production well.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Compliance with CEQA
- Hydrologic conditions
- Climate variability
- Watershed use
- Regulatory requirements
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Written comments on the Draft Environmental Impact Report
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Notice of Preparation
- CalEEMod Output Files
- Biological Evaluation
- Cultural Records Search Results
- Groundwater Modeling Report
- Groundwater Sustainability Plan Figures
- 2022 Groundwater Substitution Transfer Summary Report
- Submit to
- 735 Virginia Street, Gridley, CA 95948
- Scope location
- Gridley, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Butte Water District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 30, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 735 Virginia Street, Gridley, CA 95948. For questions, contact Donnie Stinnett.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Butte Water District in CA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Donnie Stinnett at (530) 846-3100. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Written comments on the Draft Environmental Impact Report. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Compliance with CEQA, hydrologic conditions, climate variability, watershed use, and regulatory requirements" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Butte Water District?
All active and historical solicitations from Butte Water District are tracked and searchable. As a utility district agency, Butte Water District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Notice of Preparation, CalEEMod Output Files, Biological Evaluation, Cultural Records Search Results, Groundwater Modeling Report, Groundwater Sustainability Plan Figures, 2022 Groundwater Substitutio. Review the full document from Butte Water District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Gridley, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.