Butte Water District Temporary Water Transfers 2026-2030 Project DEIR SCH 2025081335
Butte Water DistrictUtility District · Gridley, CA- Due
- Mar 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 13, 2026
- Primary contact
- Donnie Stinnett
- (530) 846-3100
The 30-second brief
The Butte Water District (BWD) has released a Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) for public review regarding a proposed five-year project (2026-2030) for temporary water transfers. The project involves transferring up to 24,000 acre-feet (AF) of water annually, including 14,000 AF from crop idling and 10,000 AF from groundwater substitution. Santa Clara Valley Water District (Valley Water) holds the first right of refusal. The DEIR identifies potentially significant impacts in Biological Resources and Hydrology. Written comments are being accepted through March 30, 2026, and a tentative public hearing for EIR certification is scheduled for April 21, 2026. Documents are available at the BWD office in Gridley, CA and the Butte County Library.
Written comments on the DEIR
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Summary
The Butte Water District (BWD) has released a Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) for public review regarding a proposed five-year project (2026-2030) for temporary water transfers.
The project involves transferring up to 24,000 acre-feet (AF) of water annually, including 14,000 AF from crop idling and 10,000 AF from groundwater substitution. Santa Clara Valley Water District (Valley Water) holds the first right of refusal. The DEIR identifies potentially significant impacts in Biological Resources and Hydrology. Written comments are being accepted through March 30, 2026, and a tentative public hearing for EIR certification is scheduled for April 21, 2026. Documents are available at the BWD office in Gridley, CA and the Butte County Library.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Written comments on the DEIR
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Draft Environmental Impact Report
- Submit to
- 735 Virginia Street, Gridley, CA 95948
- Scope location
- Gridley, CA
Questions about this RFI
How do I respond to this RFI 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 RFI?
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 RFI 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 DEIR. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What documents are required to bid on this RFI?
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: Draft Environmental Impact Report. 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.