Midway Heights County Water District - Water Cost of Service & Rate Study - 2026
Midway Heights County Water DistrictUtility District · Meadow Vista, CA- Due
- Jun 19, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 17, 2026
- Primary contact
- Gerry LaBudde
- (530) 878-8096
The 30-second brief
Midway Heights County Water District seeks a professional consulting firm to prepare a comprehensive Water Cost of Service & Rate Study for its treated water and irrigation systems. The work includes reviewing current water rates, revenue structures, billing data, operational and maintenance costs, and capital improvement plans across Meadow Vista, Colfax, Weimar, and Applegate, California. The consultant will develop a five-year financial model, evaluate rate structure scenarios with fixed and variable fee components, calculate updated connection charges under California Government Code Section 66013, and provide Proposition 218 facilitation and support including noticing and public hearings. Proposals are due by 3:00 P.M. on June 19, 2026, submitted electronically via email to [email protected] with "Water Rate Study Proposal FY2027-2032" in the subject line. Evaluation is based on consultant qualifications and project management (60%), timeline (30%), and proposed cost (10%).
Preliminary Rate Study report, Revised Draft Rate Study report for initial Board review, Revised Draft Rate Study report prior to Proposition 218 hearing, Final Rate Study report, Excel-based financial model, PowerPoint presentation, Updated connection charge calculations and nexus analysis, Proposition 218 notice content and rate change documentation
Ability of the Consultant to Carry Out and Manage the Proposed Project (60%), Ability to meet the project timeline (30%), Proposed cost (10%)
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Summary
Midway Heights County Water District seeks a professional consulting firm to prepare a comprehensive Water Cost of Service & Rate Study for its treated water and irrigation systems.
The work includes reviewing current water rates, revenue structures, billing data, operational and maintenance costs, and capital improvement plans across Meadow Vista, Colfax, Weimar, and Applegate, California. The consultant will develop a five-year financial model, evaluate rate structure scenarios with fixed and variable fee components, calculate updated connection charges under California Government Code Section 66013, and provide Proposition 218 facilitation and support including noticing and public hearings. Proposals are due by 3:00 P.M. on June 19, 2026, submitted electronically via email to [email protected] with "Water Rate Study Proposal FY2027-2032" in the subject line. Evaluation is based on consultant qualifications and project management (60%), timeline (30%), and proposed cost (10%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Ability of the Consultant to Carry Out and Manage the Proposed Project (60%), Ability to meet the project timeline (30%), Proposed cost (10%)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Preliminary Rate Study report
- Revised Draft Rate Study report for initial Board review
- Revised Draft Rate Study report prior to Proposition 218 hearing
- Final Rate Study report
- Excel-based financial model
- PowerPoint presentation
- Updated connection charge calculations and nexus analysis
- Proposition 218 notice content and rate change documentation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Cover Letter
- Executive Summary
- Qualifications & Relevant Experience
- Scope of Work
- Proposed Schedule of Work and Fees
- Cost Proposal
- Project Team
- Proof of Insurance
- Conflict of Interest statement
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Meadow Vista, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Midway Heights County Water District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 19, 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. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Gerry LaBudde.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Midway Heights County Water District 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 Gerry LaBudde at (530) 878-8096. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Preliminary Rate Study report, Revised Draft Rate Study report for initial Board review, Revised Draft Rate Study report prior to Proposition 218 hearing, Final Rate Study report, Excel-based financial model, PowerPoint presentation, Updated connection charge calculations and nexus analysis, Proposi. 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: "Ability of the Consultant to Carry Out and Manage the Proposed Project (60%), Ability to meet the project timeline (30%), Proposed cost (10%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Midway Heights County Water District?
All active and historical solicitations from Midway Heights County Water District are tracked and searchable. As a utility district agency, Midway Heights County Water District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Cover Letter, Executive Summary, Qualifications & Relevant Experience, Scope of Work, Proposed Schedule of Work and Fees, Cost Proposal, Project Team, Proof of Insurance, Conflict of Interest statemen. Review the full document from Midway Heights County Water District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Meadow Vista, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.