California Dept. of Water Resources CalSim Model Development and Application RFQ 2026
Department of Water Resources | State of CaliforniaState · Sacramento, CA- Due
- Sep 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- James Tedeschi
- (916) 653-5791
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Summary
The California Department of Water Resources (DWR) is soliciting Statements of Qualifications for engineering services to develop, enhance, and apply CalSim modeling tools.
The scope includes work on CalSim 3, CalLite, CalSimHydro, CS3RimInflow, and the CalSim 3 Historical Hydrology Model (CS3HIST) to support Central Valley Project (CVP) and State Water Project (SWP) system operations. Technical requirements involve improving the WRIMS simulation engine, modeling agricultural, urban, and refuge water use, and simulating streamflow and surface runoff. The contractor will also support calibration and validation of surface and groundwater hydrology. Submissions are due by September 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM to the DWR office in Sacramento. This project involves state funding and associated requirements.
- 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 RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ 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 15, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: 715 P St PO Box 942836, Sacramento, CA, 94236-0001. For questions, contact James Tedeschi.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
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 RFQ 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 James Tedeschi at (916) 653-5791. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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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.