Montecito Water District Bella Vista Highline Water Main Repair Project RFP 2026
Montecito Water DistrictUtility District · Montecito, CA- Due
- May 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 22, 2026
- Primary contact
- Adam Kanold
- (805) 969-2271
The 30-second brief
The Montecito Water District is soliciting proposals for the Bella Vista Highline Water Main Repair Project. The project involves repairs to the existing Highline Water Main Pipeline at two locations along 2500 East Valley Road in Montecito, Santa Barbara County. Scope includes removing and replacing approximately 245 linear feet (Eastern Pipeline Replacement) and 110 linear feet (Western Pipeline Replacement) of damaged pipeline segments within ravines, installation of a 450-foot temporary aboveground bypass pipeline, geocells for erosion control, and blowoff piping. Construction activities include trenching, access road grading, earthwork management, and pipeline dewatering/disinfection over a three-month period. Proposals and public comments are due by 5:00 p.m. on May 22, 2026, to Adam Kanold, Assistant General Manager.
Draft Initial Study-Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS-MND) comments, Proposals
Environmental impacts, mitigation measures BIO-1 through BIO-10, CR-1, GEO-1, and TCR-1 through TCR-3
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Summary
The Montecito Water District is soliciting proposals for the Bella Vista Highline Water Main Repair Project.
The project involves repairs to the existing Highline Water Main Pipeline at two locations along 2500 East Valley Road in Montecito, Santa Barbara County. Scope includes removing and replacing approximately 245 linear feet (Eastern Pipeline Replacement) and 110 linear feet (Western Pipeline Replacement) of damaged pipeline segments within ravines, installation of a 450-foot temporary aboveground bypass pipeline, geocells for erosion control, and blowoff piping. Construction activities include trenching, access road grading, earthwork management, and pipeline dewatering/disinfection over a three-month period. Proposals and public comments are due by 5:00 p.m. on May 22, 2026, to Adam Kanold, Assistant General Manager.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Environmental impacts
- Mitigation measures BIO-1 through BIO-10
- CR-1
- GEO-1
- TCR-1 through TCR-3
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Draft Initial Study-Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS-MND) comments, Proposals
- Submit to
- 583 San Ysidro Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93108
- Scope location
- Montecito, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Montecito Water District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 22, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: 583 San Ysidro Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93108. For questions, contact Adam Kanold.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Montecito 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 Adam Kanold at (805) 969-2271. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Draft Initial Study-Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS-MND) comments, Proposals. 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: "Environmental impacts, mitigation measures BIO-1 through BIO-10, CR-1, GEO-1, and TCR-1 through TCR-3" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Montecito Water District?
All active and historical solicitations from Montecito Water District are tracked and searchable. As a utility district agency, Montecito 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. Review the full document from Montecito 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: Montecito, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.