City of Scotts Valley - Sewer Acoustic Assessment and Manhole Inspection Services - 2026
City of Scotts Valley, City of Scotts Valley, CA·City
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- Primary Contact
- Jeremy Long · (831) 783-5659
- Contract Term
- 1 year
- Scope Location
- Scotts Valley, CA
- Submission Address
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/scottsvalley/projects/305507
SUMMARY
The City of Scotts Valley is requesting proposals from qualified firms of specialized sewer inspection, condition assessment, and utility asset management professionals to provide sewer pipeline acoustic assessment and manhole inspection services for designated portions of the City's sanitary sewer system. The work involves acoustic assessment of sanitary sewer gravity mains using transmissive acoustic inspection technology and visual manhole inspection, including data processing, GIS integration, and reporting. The contract term is one year with a start date of November 2, 2026, and no option to extend services. Interested firms must electronically submit a proposal through the City's OpenGov Procurement portal before 3:00 pm on Monday, October 5, 2026. A notice of interest deadline is set for September 28, 2026, and questions are due by September 28, 2026. Proposals will be evaluated based on proposed technology and methodology, firm qualifications, project team qualifications, GIS and deliverables, project schedule, and pricing.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Proposed Technology, Technical Approach, and Methodology (35%), Firm Qualifications and Relevant Experience (20%), Project Team Qualifications (15%), GIS, Data Management, and Deliverables (10%), Project Schedule (5%), Pricing / Overall Cost (15%)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6-inch Sewer Main Acoustic Inspection (63, 370 LF), 8-inch Sewer Main Acoustic Inspection (117, 691 LF), 10-inch Sewer Main Acoustic Inspection (28, 099 LF), 12-inch Sewer Main Acoustic Inspection (9, 747 LF), Other Sewer Main Acoustic Inspection (43, 977 LF), Manhole Inspections (1, 450 EA), Temporary Traffic Control (3 DAYS), Mobilization/Demobilization (3 WEEKS), Total in-scope footage (266, 884 LF)
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How do I respond to this RFP from City of Scotts Valley?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 5, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/scottsvalley/projects/305507. For questions, contact Jeremy Long.
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Proposed Technology, Technical Approach, and Methodology (35%), Firm Qualifications and Relevant Experience (20%), Project Team Qualifications (15%), GIS, Data Management, and Deliverables (10%), Proj..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Scotts Valley?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Scotts Valley are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Scotts Valley 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 1 year. 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 Scotts Valley for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Scotts Valley 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 Jeremy Long at (831) 783-5659. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Scotts Valley, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 6-inch Sewer Main Acoustic Inspection (63, 370 LF), 8-inch Sewer Main Acoustic Inspection (117, 691 LF), 10-inch Sewer Main Acoustic Inspection (28, 099 LF), 12-inch Sewer Main Acoustic Inspection (9, 747 LF), Other Sewer Main Acoustic Inspection (43, 977 LF), Manhole Inspections (1, 450 EA), Tempor. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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