Otay Water District - Bond Counsel and Disclosure Counsel – FY2026 Water Bonds - FY26-2331-0729
Otay Water DistrictUtility District · Spring Valley, CA- Due
- Aug 19, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 29, 2025
- Primary contact
- Stephanie Chen
- (619) 670-2257
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SUMMARY
The Otay Water District is seeking legal firms to serve as Bond Counsel and/or Disclosure Counsel to assist in a bond issuance to finance capital improvements related to water infrastructure, with an estimated size of $30 million for the planned FY 2026 bond issuance.
The District requests a Statement of Qualifications and Fee Proposals (RFP) for the financing and preparation of the Official Statement, noting that different firms may be selected for Bond Counsel and Disclosure Counsel. Responses must include four pricing proposals as outlined in the Fee Proposal Form. The submission deadline is August 19, 2025.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Fee Proposal Form
- Submit to
- 2554 Sweetwater Springs Road, Spring Valley, California, 91978
- Scope location
- Spring Valley, California
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Otay Water District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 19, 2025. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 2554 Sweetwater Springs Road, Spring Valley, California, 91978. For questions, contact Stephanie Chen.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Otay 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 Stephanie Chen at (619) 670-2257. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Otay Water District?
All active and historical solicitations from Otay Water District are tracked and searchable. As a utility district agency, Otay 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: Fee Proposal Form. Review the full document from Otay 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: Spring Valley, California. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.