City of Santa Maria - MECHANICAL SLUDGE DEWATERING EQUIPMENT RENTAL FOR WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT - RFP
City of Santa MariaCity · Santa Maria, CA- Due
- Oct 21, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
- Duration
- 3 months
- Primary contact
- Rodger Olds
- (805) 925-0951 ext 7279
The 30-second brief
The City of Santa Maria Utilities Department is seeking proposals for the rental of a complete, fully operational mobile sludge dewatering system for the wastewater treatment plant. The anticipated rental period is a minimum of three (3) months, with potential extension on a month-to-month basis at the City's discretion. The selected vendor must provide all labor, transportation, equipment, mobilization, startup assistance, operator training, technical support, and maintenance. Proposals are due by October 21, 2026 at 4:00 PM. Evaluation criteria include technical qualifications, equipment capabilities, service support, relevant experience, proposed pricing, and rental terms.
Complete, Fully operational mobile sludge dewatering system
The Vendor’s technical qualifications, Equipment capabilities, Service and technical support, Relevant experience, Proposed pricing, Rental agreement terms and conditions, Compliance with the requirements of this RFP
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Summary
The City of Santa Maria Utilities Department is seeking proposals for the rental of a complete, fully operational mobile sludge dewatering system for the wastewater treatment plant.
The anticipated rental period is a minimum of three (3) months, with potential extension on a month-to-month basis at the City's discretion. The selected vendor must provide all labor, transportation, equipment, mobilization, startup assistance, operator training, technical support, and maintenance. Proposals are due by October 21, 2026 at 4:00 PM. Evaluation criteria include technical qualifications, equipment capabilities, service support, relevant experience, proposed pricing, and rental terms.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- The Vendor’s technical qualifications
- Equipment capabilities
- Service and technical support
- Relevant experience
- Proposed pricing
- Rental agreement terms and conditions
- Compliance with the requirements of this RFP
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Complete, Fully operational mobile sludge dewatering system
- Submit to
- 2065 East Main Street, Santa Maria, California, 93458
- Scope location
- Santa Maria, California
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Santa Maria?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 21, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: 2065 East Main Street, Santa Maria, California, 93458. For questions, contact Rodger Olds.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Santa Maria 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 Rodger Olds at (805) 925-0951 ext 7279. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Complete, Fully operational mobile sludge dewatering system. 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: "The Vendor’s technical qualifications, Equipment capabilities, Service and technical support, Relevant experience, Proposed pricing, Rental agreement terms and conditions, Compliance with the requirem..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Santa Maria?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Santa Maria are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Santa Maria 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 3 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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 Maria 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 Maria, California. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.