San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District - Professional Engineering Design Services - Devil Canyon Basin State Water Project Turnout Project 2026
San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water DistrictUtility District · San Bernardino, CA- Due
- Dec 18, 2026
- 34 days left
- Posted
- Nov 13, 2026
- Primary contact
- Aaron Jones
- (909) 387-9200
The 30-second brief
San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District seeks qualified engineering consulting firms to submit proposals for multidisciplinary engineering design and bid-phase services for the Devil Canyon Basin State Water Project (SWP) Turnout Project. The selected consultant will serve as Engineer of Record and prepare coordinated, permit-supporting and bid-ready construction documents for a new SWP turnout, conveyance pipeline and recharge basin outlet with a basis-of-design flow of 32 cubic feet per second (cfs). Scope of work includes project management, site investigations, survey, geotechnical services, hydraulic, operational and design development, civil, structural and mechanical final design, electrical, instrumentation and controls, permitting and environmental technical support, and design submittals, cost estimates and bid support. Proposals are due by December 18, 2026, at 1:00 PM PST, submitted electronically to [email protected].
Preliminary engineering design, Aerial and topographic information, Geotechnical exploration program, Utility potholing, Hydraulic calculations, P&IDs, 60%, 100% and final bid-ready coordinated plans and technical specifications, Construction cost estimates
Qualifications and relevant experience, understanding and technical approach, team availability and project management, ability to meet the schedule, quality of proposed scope/assumptions, overall value
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Summary
San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District seeks qualified engineering consulting firms to submit proposals for multidisciplinary engineering design and bid-phase services for the Devil Canyon Basin State Water Project (SWP) Turnout Project.
The selected consultant will serve as Engineer of Record and prepare coordinated, permit-supporting and bid-ready construction documents for a new SWP turnout, conveyance pipeline and recharge basin outlet with a basis-of-design flow of 32 cubic feet per second (cfs). Scope of work includes project management, site investigations, survey, geotechnical services, hydraulic, operational and design development, civil, structural and mechanical final design, electrical, instrumentation and controls, permitting and environmental technical support, and design submittals, cost estimates and bid support. Proposals are due by December 18, 2026, at 1:00 PM PST, submitted electronically to [email protected].
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Qualifications and relevant experience
- Understanding and technical approach
- Team availability and project management
- Ability to meet the schedule
- Quality of proposed scope/assumptions
- Overall value
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Preliminary engineering design
- Aerial and topographic information
- Geotechnical exploration program
- Utility potholing
- Hydraulic calculations
- P&IDs
- 60%
- 100% and final bid-ready coordinated plans and technical specifications
- Construction cost estimates
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Cover Letter
- Project Understanding and Technical Approach
- Scope of Work
- Project Team and Qualifications
- Relevant Project Experience
- Project Schedule
- Quality Assurance/Quality Control
- Fee Proposal
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- San Bernardino, California
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 18, 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 Aaron Jones.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including San Bernardino Valley 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 Aaron Jones at (909) 387-9200. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Preliminary engineering design, Aerial and topographic information, Geotechnical exploration program, Utility potholing, Hydraulic calculations, P&IDs, 60%, 100% and final bid-ready coordinated plans and technical specifications, Construction cost estimates. 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: "Qualifications and relevant experience, understanding and technical approach, team availability and project management, ability to meet the schedule, quality of proposed scope/assumptions, overall val..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 18, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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, Project Understanding and Technical Approach, Scope of Work, Project Team and Qualifications, Relevant Project Experience, Project Schedule, Quality Assurance/Quality Control, Fee Propos. Review the full document from San Bernardino Valley 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: San Bernardino, California. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
