Padre Dam Municipal Water District Cost of Service Study RFP 2026
Padre Dam Municipal Water DistrictUtility District · Santee, CA- Due
- Sep 28, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 31, 2026
- Primary contact
- Karen Jassoy
The 30-second brief
The Padre Dam Municipal Water District is soliciting proposals from qualified consultants to conduct a Cost of Service Study (COSS) for its potable water, recycled water, and wastewater operations. The primary objective is to develop transparent, defensible, and legally compliant utility rates in accordance with California Proposition 218 and Proposition 26. The selected consultant will evaluate current rate structures, recommend improvements for tier allocations and fixed/variable rates, assess operating costs and capital needs (including the East County AWP Program), and develop a flexible financial model for 10-year projections. Proposals must be submitted by September 28, 2026, at 4:30 P.M. to the District's P.O. Box in Santee, CA. Written questions are due to Karen Jassoy at [email protected] by September 14, 2026.
Cost of Service Study, Financial model, 10-year financial projections, Bill impact analysis
Technical approach, identification of anticipated challenges, strategies to address challenges
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Summary
The Padre Dam Municipal Water District is soliciting proposals from qualified consultants to conduct a Cost of Service Study (COSS) for its potable water, recycled water, and wastewater operations.
The primary objective is to develop transparent, defensible, and legally compliant utility rates in accordance with California Proposition 218 and Proposition 26. The selected consultant will evaluate current rate structures, recommend improvements for tier allocations and fixed/variable rates, assess operating costs and capital needs (including the East County AWP Program), and develop a flexible financial model for 10-year projections. Proposals must be submitted by September 28, 2026, at 4:30 P.M. to the District's P.O. Box in Santee, CA. Written questions are due to Karen Jassoy at [email protected] by September 14, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Technical approach
- Identification of anticipated challenges
- Strategies to address challenges
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Cost of Service Study
- Financial model
- 10-year financial projections
- Bill impact analysis
- Submit to
- P.O. Box 719003, Santee, California 92072-9003
- Scope location
- Santee, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Padre Dam Municipal Water District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 28, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: P.O. Box 719003, Santee, California 92072-9003. For questions, contact Karen Jassoy.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Padre Dam Municipal 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 Karen Jassoy. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Cost of Service Study, Financial model, 10-year financial projections, Bill impact analysis. 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: "Technical approach, identification of anticipated challenges, strategies to address challenges" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Padre Dam Municipal Water District?
All active and historical solicitations from Padre Dam Municipal Water District are tracked and searchable. As a utility district agency, Padre Dam Municipal 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 Padre Dam Municipal 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: Santee, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.