City of Santa Cruz Design Engineering for Beltz 9 Upgrades for Aquifer Storage and Recovery Project - RFP No. WT-0273
City of Santa Cruz - Water Dept.Utility District · Santa Cruz, CA- Due
- Feb 5, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 7, 2026
- Primary contact
- Katy Fitzgerald
- (831) 420-5200 ext 5206
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Summary
The City of Santa Cruz Water Department seeks proposals from qualified engineering firms for design engineering services to convert the existing Beltz 9 production well into an aquifer storage and recovery (ASR) well.
Services include developing construction plans, specifications, and bid documents for demolishing and retrofitting existing discharge and facility piping, mechanical and electrical components and equipment, controls, SCADA integration, and associated appurtenances. The project requires engineering analysis following best practices for ASR well conversion, accounting for future program growth, joint operation with existing ASR wells Beltz 8 and Beltz 12, and potential future wells. Submissions are due by February 5, 2026, following a notice of interest deadline on January 24, 2026.
- 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 RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Santa Cruz - Water Dept.?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 5, 2026. 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 RFP?
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 RFP 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.
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What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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What is the scope of this project?
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