Central Arizona Water Conservation District - Recovery Capacity Study SOQ No. C116808 - 2026
Central Arizona Water Conservation District | State of ArizonaState · Phoenix, AZ- Due
- Jul 8, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 4, 2026
- Primary contact
- Erin Reilly
- (623) 869-2361
The 30-second brief
The Central Arizona Water Conservation District (CAWCD) is soliciting sealed Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) for a professional engineering consulting firm to conduct a Recovery Capacity Study. The consultant will study and evaluate recovery projects in the three Active Management Areas (AMA) to develop direct recovery facilities with a targeted capacity of 100,000 acre-feet per year. The project involves identifying direct recovery infrastructure options to pump long-term storage credits (LTSCs) from underground storage facilities (USFs) and groundwater savings facilities (GSFs) for introduction into the Central Arizona Project (CAP) aqueduct, including estimates of capital and operating costs for recovery and water treatment. Specialists are required in civil, structural, and geotechnical engineering, hydraulics, survey, and cost estimating. Submissions are due by July 8, 2026. A mandatory pre-SOQ submittal conference is scheduled for June 17, 2026, with questions due by June 25, 2026. Evaluation criteria include Project Understanding and Approach (40 points), Expertise, Qualifications & Experience (30 points), and Project Schedule (30 points).
Project Understanding and Approach (40), Expertise, Qualifications & Experience (30), Project Schedule (30)
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Summary
The Central Arizona Water Conservation District (CAWCD) is soliciting sealed Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) for a professional engineering consulting firm to conduct a Recovery Capacity Study.
The consultant will study and evaluate recovery projects in the three Active Management Areas (AMA) to develop direct recovery facilities with a targeted capacity of 100,000 acre-feet per year. The project involves identifying direct recovery infrastructure options to pump long-term storage credits (LTSCs) from underground storage facilities (USFs) and groundwater savings facilities (GSFs) for introduction into the Central Arizona Project (CAP) aqueduct, including estimates of capital and operating costs for recovery and water treatment. Specialists are required in civil, structural, and geotechnical engineering, hydraulics, survey, and cost estimating. Submissions are due by July 8, 2026. A mandatory pre-SOQ submittal conference is scheduled for June 17, 2026, with questions due by June 25, 2026. Evaluation criteria include Project Understanding and Approach (40 points), Expertise, Qualifications & Experience (30 points), and Project Schedule (30 points).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Completed Section D Consultant Form, Completed Section E Questionnaire, Evidence of financial stability, Certificate of good standing from the Arizona Corporation Commission, Resolution authorizing the person submitting the proposal to bind the Respondent, Completed Addendums
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/centralarizonaproject
- Scope location
- Phoenix, AZ
- Reported agency
- Central Arizona Water Conservation District
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Central Arizona Water Conservation District | State of Arizona?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 8, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/centralarizonaproject. For questions, contact Erin Reilly.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Central Arizona Water Conservation District | State of Arizona in AZ, 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 Erin Reilly at (623) 869-2361. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Project Understanding and Approach (40), Expertise, Qualifications & Experience (30), Project Schedule (30)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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: Completed Section D Consultant Form, Completed Section E Questionnaire, Evidence of financial stability, Certificate of good standing from the Arizona Corporation Commission, Resolution authorizing th. Review the full document from Central Arizona Water Conservation District | State of Arizona for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Phoenix, AZ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.