San Diego County - As-Needed 10,000 Gallon Water Storage Tanks with Delivery Services - RFQ 13394 (2026)
San Diego CountyCounty · San Diego County, CA- Due
- Oct 30, 2026
- 17 days left
- Posted
- Oct 9, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Patricia Arana
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
San Diego County Fire Department is seeking quotes for as-needed 10,000-gallon water storage tanks with delivery services to support firefighting operations, fire suppression, and water tenders in remote or rural areas. The contract term is an initial one-year period with four one-year option periods. The 10,000-gallon water storage tank must meet specific requirements including carbon steel construction, 1/4-inch wall thickness, roll-off design with lifting lugs, manways, auxiliary and rear ports, drain connections with 4-inch butterfly valves, front feed line, interior coating (Carboline Phenoline 310 or equivalent), exterior coating (Carboline 8845 or equivalent), front ladder and platform, and pressure/vacuum relief vent. Initial delivery locations include Fire Station 31 in Potrero and Fire Station 43 in Jacumba, CA. The submission deadline is October 30, 2026, at 5:00 p.m., with questions due by October 20, 2026.
10, 000-gallon water storage tanks, Delivery services
Technical merit, experience, capacity, history of Offeror compliance, availability, price, sustainability, cultural competency
SUMMARY
San Diego County Fire Department is seeking quotes for as-needed 10,000-gallon water storage tanks with delivery services to support firefighting operations, fire suppression, and water tenders in remote or rural areas.
The contract term is an initial one-year period with four one-year option periods. The 10,000-gallon water storage tank must meet specific requirements including carbon steel construction, 1/4-inch wall thickness, roll-off design with lifting lugs, manways, auxiliary and rear ports, drain connections with 4-inch butterfly valves, front feed line, interior coating (Carboline Phenoline 310 or equivalent), exterior coating (Carboline 8845 or equivalent), front ladder and platform, and pressure/vacuum relief vent. Initial delivery locations include Fire Station 31 in Potrero and Fire Station 43 in Jacumba, CA. The submission deadline is October 30, 2026, at 5:00 p.m., with questions due by October 20, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Technical merit
- Experience
- Capacity
- History of Offeror compliance
- Availability
- Price
- Sustainability
- Cultural competency
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- 10
- 000-gallon water storage tanks
- Delivery services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Offeror's Cover Page (PC600)
- Representations and Certifications form (PC601)
- Small-Local Business Self-Certification Form (PC610)
- Nondisclosure Indemnification Agreement (PC620)
- Payment Schedule
- Submit to
- https://sdbuynet.sandiegocounty.gov/
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- San Diego, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFQ from San Diego County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 30, 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: https://sdbuynet.sandiegocounty.gov/. For questions, contact Patricia Arana.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including San Diego County 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 RFQ 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 Patricia Arana. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 10, 000-gallon water storage tanks, Delivery services. 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 merit, experience, capacity, history of Offeror compliance, availability, price, sustainability, cultural competency" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from San Diego County?
All active and historical solicitations from San Diego County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, San Diego County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 30, 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 RFQ?
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: Offeror's Cover Page (PC600), Representations and Certifications form (PC601), Small-Local Business Self-Certification Form (PC610), Nondisclosure Indemnification Agreement (PC620), Payment Schedule. Review the full document from San Diego County 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 Diego, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.