Lake County Scotts Valley Aquifer Evaluation RFP - Bid 261823 - 2026
Lake County, Lake County, CA·County
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- Lake County, CA
SUMMARY
The County of Lake is soliciting sealed proposals for the Scotts Valley Aquifer Evaluation project (Bid No. 261823). The scope of work involves evaluating aquifer conditions and storage potential to secure groundwater resources for agricultural and municipal use in Lakeport. Key tasks include the installation of three shallow monitoring wells (less than 50 feet deep), collection and analysis of depth-to-groundwater levels and water quality samples, and refining the existing Big Valley Integrated Hydrologic Model (BVIHM). The project aims to characterize groundwater flow between the shallow aquifer system and Clear Lake and assess future pumping scenarios under the State Groundwater Management Act (SGMA). Proposals are due by May 6, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Monitoring well installation, Water quality analysis, Groundwater flow model calibration, BVIHM refinement
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
https://www.lakecountyca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/17275, https://www.lakecountyca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/17296, https://www.lakecountyca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/17297
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How do I respond to this RFP from Lake County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 6, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation.
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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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: https://www.lakecountyca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/17275, https://www.lakecountyca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/17296, https://www.lakecountyca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/17297. Review the full document from Lake County for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Lake County 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.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Lake County, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Monitoring well installation, Water quality analysis, Groundwater flow model calibration, BVIHM refinement. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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