City of Santa Cruz - Beltz 8 Upgrades for Aquifer Storage and Recovery Project - IFB No. WT-0267
City of Santa Cruz - Water Dept.Utility District · Santa Cruz, CA- Due
- Jan 12, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 20, 2025
- Primary contact
- Katy Fitzgerald
- (831) 420-5200 ext 5206
The 30-second brief
The City of Santa Cruz Water Dept. invites bids for a single prime contract to convert an existing drinking water production well at Beltz 8 into an aquifer storage and recovery (ASR) facility under IFB No. WT-0267. The work includes demolition and modification of the existing production well facility, modification of mechanical, piping, electrical, instrumentation, and control systems, installation of new yard piping including raw water, potable water, and storm drain, electrical conduits, and instrumentation, installation of downhole control valves and column piping, and ancillary improvements. The engineer's estimate is $3.6 million for the base bid with a 370-day contract time, and $3.8 million including additive bid items with a 390-day contract time. Bids are due by January 12, 2026.
Demolition and modification of the existing production well facility; Modification of existing mechanical, Piping, Electrical, Instrumentation, And control systems; Installation of new yard piping (raw water, Potable water, Storm drain), Electrical conduits, And instrumentation; Installation of downhole control valves and new column piping; Ancillary improvements in support of the foregoing
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Summary
The City of Santa Cruz Water Dept. invites bids for a single prime contract to convert an existing drinking water production well at Beltz 8 into an aquifer storage and recovery (ASR) facility under IFB No.
WT-0267. The work includes demolition and modification of the existing production well facility, modification of mechanical, piping, electrical, instrumentation, and control systems, installation of new yard piping including raw water, potable water, and storm drain, electrical conduits, and instrumentation, installation of downhole control valves and column piping, and ancillary improvements. The engineer's estimate is $3.6 million for the base bid with a 370-day contract time, and $3.8 million including additive bid items with a 390-day contract time. Bids are due by January 12, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Demolition and modification of the existing production well facility
- Modification of existing mechanical, Piping, Electrical, Instrumentation, And control systems
- Installation of new yard piping (raw water, Potable water, Storm drain), Electrical conduits, And instrumentation
- Installation of downhole control valves and new column piping
- Ancillary improvements in support of the foregoing
- Submit to
- 212 Locust Street, Suite C, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
- Scope location
- Santa Cruz, CA
- Reported agency
- City of Santa Cruz
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from City of Santa Cruz - Water Dept.?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 12, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: 212 Locust Street, Suite C, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060. For questions, contact Katy Fitzgerald.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including City of Santa Cruz - Water Dept. 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 IFB 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 Katy Fitzgerald at (831) 420-5200 ext 5206. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Demolition and modification of the existing production well facility; Modification of existing mechanical, Piping, Electrical, Instrumentation, And control systems; Installation of new yard piping (raw water, Potable water, Storm drain), Electrical conduits, And instrumentation; Installation of down. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
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 City of Santa Cruz - Water Dept. for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Santa Cruz, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.