Vista Irrigation District Environmental, Engineering and Design Services RFP
Vista Irrigation DistrictUtility District · Vista, CA- Due
- Apr 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 24, 2026
- Primary contact
- Greg Keppler
- (760) 597-3136
The 30-second brief
The Vista Irrigation District (District) is seeking proposals from qualified engineering consulting firms for environmental, engineering, and design services for the Vista Flume Replacement Pipeline Project. The project involves replacing an 11.25-mile conduit that is a critical part of the District's water delivery system. The scope includes detailed analysis, design, environmental studies, and permitting.
Draft and final copies of proposals, Fee estimates, Utility base file, Technical studies, Preliminary engineering report, Construction contract documents, Cost estimates, Bid documents, Specifications, Drawings, Conformed set of documents
Responsiveness, understanding of the work, proposed Flume project approach, scope of work, relevant experience, Flume project team and schedule, presentation, clarity, neatness, adequacy of staff and resources, specialized expertise, ability to complete job on time
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Summary
The Vista Irrigation District (District) is seeking proposals from qualified engineering consulting firms for environmental, engineering, and design services for the Vista Flume Replacement Pipeline Project.
The project involves replacing an 11.25-mile conduit that is a critical part of the District's water delivery system. The scope includes detailed analysis, design, environmental studies, and permitting.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
12- Responsiveness
- Understanding of the work
- Proposed Flume project approach
- Scope of work
- Relevant experience
- Flume project team and schedule
- Presentation
- Clarity
- Neatness
- Adequacy of staff and resources
- Specialized expertise
- Ability to complete job on time
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- Draft and final copies of proposals
- Fee estimates
- Utility base file
- Technical studies
- Preliminary engineering report
- Construction contract documents
- Cost estimates
- Bid documents
- Specifications
- Drawings
- Conformed set of documents
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Resumes, fee estimate (in separate sealed envelope)
- Submit to
- District Offices
- Scope location
- Vista, Ca
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Vista Irrigation District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 23, 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: District Offices. For questions, contact Greg Keppler.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Vista Irrigation 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 Greg Keppler at (760) 597-3136. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Draft and final copies of proposals, Fee estimates, Utility base file, Technical studies, Preliminary engineering report, Construction contract documents, Cost estimates, Bid documents, Specifications, Drawings, Conformed set of documents. 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: "Responsiveness, understanding of the work, proposed Flume project approach, scope of work, relevant experience, Flume project team and schedule, presentation, clarity, neatness, adequacy of staff and..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Vista Irrigation District?
All active and historical solicitations from Vista Irrigation District are tracked and searchable. As a utility district agency, Vista Irrigation 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: Resumes, fee estimate (in separate sealed envelope). Review the full document from Vista Irrigation 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: Vista, Ca. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.