San Antonio Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency Well Metering & Extraction Reporting Program FAQ 2024
San Antonio Basin Water DistrictUtility District · Santa Maria, CA- Due
- May 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 11, 2024
The 30-second brief
The San Antonio Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency (SABGSA) has issued a draft framework for a mandatory Well Metering and Extraction Reporting Program. The program requires all non-de minimis wells (extracting more than 2 AFY) within the San Antonio Creek Valley Groundwater Basin to be equipped with a totalizing flow meter. Landowners must install meters by Fall 2025 and report monthly extraction data twice per year, with the first report due May 1, 2026. Meters must meet specific accuracy (+/- 5%) and recording requirements. The agency is exploring financing options and currently highlights a $500 rebate program through the Santa Barbara County Water Agency. Submissions of compliance forms and extraction reports are to be sent to [email protected] or via mail to Solvang, CA.
Flow Meter Installation and Calibration Compliance Form, Groundwater Extraction / Flow Meter Reporting Form
Meter accuracy of +/- 5% by volume, installation per manufacturer specifications
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Summary
The San Antonio Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency (SABGSA) has issued a draft framework for a mandatory Well Metering and Extraction Reporting Program.
The program requires all non-de minimis wells (extracting more than 2 AFY) within the San Antonio Creek Valley Groundwater Basin to be equipped with a totalizing flow meter. Landowners must install meters by Fall 2025 and report monthly extraction data twice per year, with the first report due May 1, 2026. Meters must meet specific accuracy (+/- 5%) and recording requirements. The agency is exploring financing options and currently highlights a $500 rebate program through the Santa Barbara County Water Agency. Submissions of compliance forms and extraction reports are to be sent to [email protected] or via mail to Solvang, CA.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Meter accuracy of +/- 5% by volume, installation per manufacturer specifications
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Flow Meter Installation and Calibration Compliance Form, Groundwater Extraction / Flow Meter Reporting Form
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Flow Meter Installation and Calibration Compliance Form, Groundwater Extraction / Flow Meter Reporting Form
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Solvang, CA
- Reported agency
- San Antonio Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency
Questions about this RFI
How do I respond to this RFI from San Antonio Basin Water District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 1, 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].
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFI?
Most government agencies, including San Antonio Basin 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 RFI 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 are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Flow Meter Installation and Calibration Compliance Form, Groundwater Extraction / Flow Meter Reporting Form. 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: "Meter accuracy of +/- 5% by volume, installation per manufacturer specifications" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from San Antonio Basin Water District?
All active and historical solicitations from San Antonio Basin Water District are tracked and searchable. As a utility district agency, San Antonio Basin 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 RFI?
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: Flow Meter Installation and Calibration Compliance Form, Groundwater Extraction / Flow Meter Reporting Form. Review the full document from San Antonio Basin 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: Solvang, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
