California Dept. of Water Resources Boat Portage Services Bid 2026
- Due
- Sep 17, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Acacia Valenzuela
- (916) 653-5791
Hear what Department of Water Resources | State of California plans next before it's posted.
Get alerts freeFree account · 30-second setup · No credit card
Summary
The California Department of Water Resources (DWR) is soliciting bids for boat portage services for the Temporary Barriers Project.
The project involves the annual installation of three rock barriers in the south delta channels to mitigate impacts of the State Water Project (SWP) and Central Valley Project on water levels for agricultural diversions. Two of the three barrier locations require boat portage services as the barriers block navigable channels from May through November each year. Selected contractors will be responsible for trailering boats across these rock barriers. The solicitation involves state funding and additional requirements may apply. Bids are due by September 17, 2026, at 4:00 PM at the DWR office in Sacramento.
- Submit to
- 715 P St PO Box 942836, Sacramento, CA, 94236-0001
- Scope location
- Sacramento, CA
- Reported agency
- California Department of Water Resources
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Department of Water Resources | State of California?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 17, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: 715 P St PO Box 942836, Sacramento, CA, 94236-0001. For questions, contact Acacia Valenzuela.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Department of Water Resources | State of California 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 Bid 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 Acacia Valenzuela at (916) 653-5791. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
Show 3 more questions
Where can I find more RFPs from Department of Water Resources | State of California?
All active and historical solicitations from Department of Water Resources | State of California are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, Department of Water Resources | State of California 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 Bid?
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. Review the full document from Department of Water Resources | State of California for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Sacramento, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.