City of Hawthorne Operations, Maintenance, and Management RFQ 2025
City of HawthorneCity · Hawthorne, CA- Due
- Jan 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 19, 2025
- Contract term
- 10 years
- Primary contact
- Selena Acuna
The 30-second brief
The City of Hawthorne is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from qualified firms to provide operations, maintenance, and management (O&M) services for the City's municipal potable water system. The purpose is to identify highly qualified firms, establish a shortlist for interviews, and select a preferred firm for potential agreements such as contract O&M services, transition agreements, public-private partnerships, or hybrid structures. This RFQ is not a request for pricing.
Statements of Qualifications (SOQs)
Relevant municipal water experience, Depth of operational and regulatory expertise, Staffing strength and certifications, Workforce development and training programs, Ability to support transition and long-term needs, Demonstrated reliability and performance, Overall fit with City objectives
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Summary
The City of Hawthorne is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from qualified firms to provide operations, maintenance, and management (O&M) services for the City's municipal potable water system.
The purpose is to identify highly qualified firms, establish a shortlist for interviews, and select a preferred firm for potential agreements such as contract O&M services, transition agreements, public-private partnerships, or hybrid structures. This RFQ is not a request for pricing.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Relevant municipal water experience
- Depth of operational and regulatory expertise
- Staffing strength and certifications
- Workforce development and training programs
- Ability to support transition and long-term needs
- Demonstrated reliability and performance
- Overall fit with City objectives
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Statements of Qualifications (SOQs)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Required Forms
- Submit to
- CITY OF HAWTHORNE, CITY CLERKS OFFICE, 4455 W. 126TH ST., HAWTHORNE, CA 90250
- Scope location
- Hawthorne, CA
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Hawthorne?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 22, 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: CITY OF HAWTHORNE, CITY CLERKS OFFICE, 4455 W. 126TH ST., HAWTHORNE, CA 90250. For questions, contact Selena Acuna.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Hawthorne 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 Selena Acuna. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Statements of Qualifications (SOQs). 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: "Relevant municipal water experience, Depth of operational and regulatory expertise, Staffing strength and certifications, Workforce development and training programs, Ability to support transition and..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Hawthorne?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Hawthorne are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Hawthorne regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 10 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Required Forms. Review the full document from City of Hawthorne for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Hawthorne, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.