Sites Project Authority - Terrestrial Compensatory Mitigation RFP No. 26-05 - Sites Reservoir Project
Sites Project AuthoritySpecial District · Colusa, CA- Due
- Nov 18, 2026
- 15 days left
- Posted
- Sep 18, 2026
- Primary contact
- Procurement
The 30-second brief
The Sites Project Authority is requesting proposals for the Sites Reservoir Project Terrestrial Compensatory Mitigation contract. The scope involves planning, implementing, and delivering the project's terrestrial compensatory mitigation program across Colusa, Glenn, and Yolo counties, encompassing four phases: planning and early implementation, early impacts (Mitigation Phase 1), majority of project mitigation needs (Mitigation Phase 2), and the final reservoir inundation area (Mitigation Phase 3). Work includes land acquisition, conservation easements, funding endowments, financial securities, habitat restoration, and achieving resource agency concurrence with mitigation stacking. The submission deadline is November 18, 2026, at 4:00 PM PST via PlanetBids, with a question deadline of October 2, 2026. The procurement is subject to California public works prevailing wage and Department of Industrial Relations registration requirements, and a project labor agreement applies.
Habitat Mitigation Plan, Compensatory Mitigation Plan, Mitigation Framework Memorandum, Purchased Bank Credits, Performance Bond, Payment Bond, Purchase and Sale Agreements, Updated title report, Conformed copy of the recorded conservation easement, Endowment Funding Agreement, Annual monitoring and maintenance reports
Alignment with Authority Values and Partnership Expectations (20%), Community Engagement, Tribal Coordination, and Third-Party Engagement (15%), Execution Plan (35%), Compensatory Mitigation, Pricing, and Cost Management (30%)
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Summary
The Sites Project Authority is requesting proposals for the Sites Reservoir Project Terrestrial Compensatory Mitigation contract.
The scope involves planning, implementing, and delivering the project's terrestrial compensatory mitigation program across Colusa, Glenn, and Yolo counties, encompassing four phases: planning and early implementation, early impacts (Mitigation Phase 1), majority of project mitigation needs (Mitigation Phase 2), and the final reservoir inundation area (Mitigation Phase 3). Work includes land acquisition, conservation easements, funding endowments, financial securities, habitat restoration, and achieving resource agency concurrence with mitigation stacking. The submission deadline is November 18, 2026, at 4:00 PM PST via PlanetBids, with a question deadline of October 2, 2026. The procurement is subject to California public works prevailing wage and Department of Industrial Relations registration requirements, and a project labor agreement applies.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- Habitat Mitigation Plan
- Compensatory Mitigation Plan
- Mitigation Framework Memorandum
- Purchased Bank Credits
- Performance Bond
- Payment Bond
- Purchase and Sale Agreements
- Updated title report
- Conformed copy of the recorded conservation easement
- Endowment Funding Agreement
- Annual monitoring and maintenance reports
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Form A: Cover Letter, Form B: Insurance Company Letter of Intent Regarding Required Insurance, Form C: Surety Company Letter of Intent Regarding Performance and Payment Bonds, Form D: Organizational Conflict of Interest Certification, Form E: Non-Collusion Declaration, Form F: Executive Order N-6-22 Certification, Form G: Anti-Lobbying Certification, Form H: Debarment and Suspension Certification, Form I: Suggested Material Comments to the Revised Draft Compensatory Mitigation Contract
- Submit to
- PlanetBids
- Scope location
- Colusa, Glenn, and Yolo Counties, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Sites Project Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 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: PlanetBids. For questions, contact Procurement.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Sites Project Authority 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 Procurement. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Habitat Mitigation Plan, Compensatory Mitigation Plan, Mitigation Framework Memorandum, Purchased Bank Credits, Performance Bond, Payment Bond, Purchase and Sale Agreements, Updated title report, Conformed copy of the recorded conservation easement, Endowment Funding Agreement, Annual monitoring and. 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: "Alignment with Authority Values and Partnership Expectations (20%), Community Engagement, Tribal Coordination, and Third-Party Engagement (15%), Execution Plan (35%), Compensatory Mitigation, Pricing,..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Sites Project Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Sites Project Authority are tracked and searchable. As a special district agency, Sites Project Authority regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 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: Form A: Cover Letter, Form B: Insurance Company Letter of Intent Regarding Required Insurance, Form C: Surety Company Letter of Intent Regarding Performance and Payment Bonds, Form D: Organizational C. Review the full document from Sites Project Authority for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Colusa, Glenn, and Yolo Counties, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.