City of Santa Maria - Water and Wastewater Cost of Service Study and Rate Model Update - 2026
City of Santa MariaCity · Santa Maria, CA- Due
- Jun 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 28, 2026
The 30-second brief
The City of Santa Maria Utilities Department in Santa Barbara County, California, invites Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) for a comprehensive water and wastewater cost-of-service study and rate model update. The selected consultant will conduct financial projections, evaluate revenue requirements, analyze operations and maintenance costs, capital improvement program (CIP) needs, debt service, and reserve policies, and develop proposed rates consistent with American Water Works Association (AWWA) methodologies and California Proposition 218 requirements. The project requires integrating financial data from the City's legacy financial management system and Workday ERP system, examining potable water systems (344 miles of water mains, over 10,000 valves, 3,600 fire hydrants) and wastewater systems (259 miles of sewer lines, 8.0 MGD treatment capacity). Submittals are due by June 24, 2026, at 4:00 P.M. Local Time.
Expertise (Cover Letter, Key Personnel, Organizational Chart) 50, Experience (Summary, References) 50
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Summary
The City of Santa Maria Utilities Department in Santa Barbara County, California, invites Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) for a comprehensive water and wastewater cost-of-service study and rate model update.
The selected consultant will conduct financial projections, evaluate revenue requirements, analyze operations and maintenance costs, capital improvement program (CIP) needs, debt service, and reserve policies, and develop proposed rates consistent with American Water Works Association (AWWA) methodologies and California Proposition 218 requirements. The project requires integrating financial data from the City's legacy financial management system and Workday ERP system, examining potable water systems (344 miles of water mains, over 10,000 valves, 3,600 fire hydrants) and wastewater systems (259 miles of sewer lines, 8.0 MGD treatment capacity). Submittals are due by June 24, 2026, at 4:00 P.M. Local Time.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Expertise (Cover Letter, Key Personnel, Organizational Chart) 50, Experience (Summary, References) 50
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Form W-9 Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification
- Cover letter
- Resumés
- Organizational chart
- Experience summary
- Client references
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Santa Maria, CA
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Santa Maria?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 24, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected].
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
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 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.
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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: "Expertise (Cover Letter, Key Personnel, Organizational Chart) 50, Experience (Summary, References) 50" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Santa Maria?
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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: Form W-9 Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification, cover letter, resumés, organizational chart, experience summary, client references. 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, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.