Sonoma County Water Agency - Sewer System Manhole and Pipeline Rehabilitation and Related Services - TW 25/26-142
Sonoma WaterUtility District · Santa Rosa, CA- Due
- Oct 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 28, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- David Royall
- (707) 547-1900
The 30-second brief
Sonoma County Water Agency seeks Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from qualified firms for as-needed sewer system manhole and pipeline rehabilitation and related services. Services include defect and ring/lid replacement, manhole lining, grouting, coatings, Cured-in-Place-Pipe (CIPP) lining, pipe bursting, slip lining, spot repairs, remote robotic repairs, and cellular concrete. A list of qualified firms will be established for a 5-year term. Submissions are due by 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 14, 2026, via email to [email protected] referencing TW 25/26-142. Minimum qualifications include Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) registration and payment of prevailing wages. Evaluation criteria include thoroughness of SOQ, professional qualifications, exceptions to standard terms, and local service provider preference (5% weighting).
Defect replacement, Ring and lid replacement, Manhole lining, Grouting, Or coatings, Cured-in-Place-Pipe (CIPP) lining, Pipe bursting, Slip lining, Spot repairs, Remote robotic repairs, Cellular concrete to abandon utilities and fill voids
Thoroughness of SOQ, Professional qualifications and demonstrated ability to perform the work, Exceptions to standard terms in the sample agreement, Local Service Provider Preference
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Summary
Sonoma County Water Agency seeks Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from qualified firms for as-needed sewer system manhole and pipeline rehabilitation and related services.
Services include defect and ring/lid replacement, manhole lining, grouting, coatings, Cured-in-Place-Pipe (CIPP) lining, pipe bursting, slip lining, spot repairs, remote robotic repairs, and cellular concrete. A list of qualified firms will be established for a 5-year term. Submissions are due by 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 14, 2026, via email to [email protected] referencing TW 25/26-142. Minimum qualifications include Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) registration and payment of prevailing wages. Evaluation criteria include thoroughness of SOQ, professional qualifications, exceptions to standard terms, and local service provider preference (5% weighting).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Thoroughness of SOQ
- Professional qualifications and demonstrated ability to perform the work
- Exceptions to standard terms in the sample agreement
- Local Service Provider Preference
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- Defect replacement
- Ring and lid replacement
- Manhole lining
- Grouting
- Coatings
- Cured-in-Place-Pipe (CIPP) lining
- Pipe bursting
- Slip lining
- Spot repairs
- Remote robotic repairs
- Cellular concrete to abandon utilities and fill voids
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Evidence of minimum qualifications
- Screenshot of DIR registration
- Statement of similar work with three references
- Statement of qualifications and personnel resumes
- Rate schedule
- Proposed exceptions to standard agreement terms
- Completed Declaration of Local Business for Services
REQUIRED STAFFING
Project Manager, professional personnel to be assigned to the work
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Sonoma County, CA
- Reported agency
- Sonoma County Water Agency
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Sonoma Water?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 14, 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 David Royall.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Sonoma Water 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 David Royall at (707) 547-1900. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Project Manager, professional personnel to be assigned to the work. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Defect replacement, Ring and lid replacement, Manhole lining, Grouting, Or coatings, Cured-in-Place-Pipe (CIPP) lining, Pipe bursting, Slip lining, Spot repairs, Remote robotic repairs, Cellular concrete to abandon utilities and fill voids. 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: "Thoroughness of SOQ, Professional qualifications and demonstrated ability to perform the work, Exceptions to standard terms in the sample agreement, Local Service Provider Preference" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Sonoma Water?
All active and historical solicitations from Sonoma Water are tracked and searchable. As a utility district agency, Sonoma Water 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 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Evidence of minimum qualifications, screenshot of DIR registration, statement of similar work with three references, statement of qualifications and personnel resumes, rate schedule, proposed exceptio. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Sonoma Water for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Sonoma County, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.