Valley Sanitary District 18-Inch Sewer Replacement Project RFP 2026-0127
Valley Sanitary DistrictUtility District · Indio, CA- Due
- Oct 8, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 27, 2026
- Primary contact
- Adrian Contreras
- (760) 238-5411
The 30-second brief
Valley Sanitary District (VSD) is soliciting proposals from qualified consulting firms for the 18-Inch Sewer Replacement Project (Project ID 2026-0127). The project involves abandoning an existing 18-inch cast iron pipe (CIP) sewer crossing beneath the Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR) corridor and constructing a new 18-inch gravity sewer alignment outside the UPRR right-of-way. Required services include field surveying, hydraulic analysis, engineering design for new sewer facilities and manhole modifications, permitting support, and preparation of bid-ready Plans, Specifications, and Estimates (PS&E). Additionally, the consultant will provide bidding support and engineering services during construction. Optional services include title research, easement documentation, smart manhole cover evaluation, and utility potholing. Proposals are due by October 8, 2026, at the VSD office in Indio, CA.
Evaluation of existing facilities, Field survey, Hydraulic analysis, Design of new sewer facilities, Manhole modifications, PS&E documents
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Summary
Valley Sanitary District (VSD) is soliciting proposals from qualified consulting firms for the 18-Inch Sewer Replacement Project (Project ID 2026-0127).
The project involves abandoning an existing 18-inch cast iron pipe (CIP) sewer crossing beneath the Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR) corridor and constructing a new 18-inch gravity sewer alignment outside the UPRR right-of-way. Required services include field surveying, hydraulic analysis, engineering design for new sewer facilities and manhole modifications, permitting support, and preparation of bid-ready Plans, Specifications, and Estimates (PS&E). Additionally, the consultant will provide bidding support and engineering services during construction. Optional services include title research, easement documentation, smart manhole cover evaluation, and utility potholing. Proposals are due by October 8, 2026, at the VSD office in Indio, CA.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Evaluation of existing facilities
- Field survey
- Hydraulic analysis
- Design of new sewer facilities
- Manhole modifications
- PS&E documents
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Title research
- Easement documentation
- Smart manhole cover evaluation
- Utility investigation
- Potholing
- Submit to
- 45500 Van Buren St, Indio, CA, 92201
- Scope location
- Indio, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Valley Sanitary District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 8, 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: 45500 Van Buren St, Indio, CA, 92201. For questions, contact Adrian Contreras.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Valley Sanitary 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 Adrian Contreras at (760) 238-5411. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Evaluation of existing facilities, Field survey, Hydraulic analysis, Design of new sewer facilities, Manhole modifications, PS&E documents. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Valley Sanitary District?
All active and historical solicitations from Valley Sanitary District are tracked and searchable. As a utility district agency, Valley Sanitary 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 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: title research, easement documentation, smart manhole cover evaluation, utility investigation, potholing. Review the full document from Valley Sanitary 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: Indio, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.