CORNING WATER DISTRICT WATER SERVICE CONNECTION PROJECT

The Corning Water District is undertaking the installation of a 700 linear foot water service connection to deliver surface water to an existing customer in an unincorporated area of Tehama County, California, as part of the broader Corning Groundwater Sustainability Plan implementation. This project aims to enhance long-term groundwater sustainability in the Corning Subbasin in accordance with DWR Bulletin 118 by shifting demand to available surface water supplies. The activity qualifies for exemption under the California Environmental Quality Act under Class 1 (Section 15301) and Class 4 (Section 15304), indicating minimal environmental impact and alignment with standard practices for minor alterations to existing water infrastructure. The Tehama County Flood Control and Water Conservation District serves as the lead agency, overseeing project execution and environmental compliance, with Justin Jenson listed as the primary point of contact. No formal contract value, pricing structure, or detailed technical specifications are provided, and no federal acquisition regulations or standard contract clauses are referenced. Administrative requirements include the submission of a Notice of Exemption and a CDFW No Effect Determination, accompanied by proof of payment for a $50 documentary handling fee processed through the Tehama County Clerk/Recorder or directly to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. The project’s solicitation number is 52-09182025-040, with a submission deadline of September 18, 2025, and physical submissions must be filed with the Office of Planning and Research in Sacramento and the Tehama County Clerk-Recorder in Red Bluff. No electronic submission systems, invoicing procedures, contract administration roles such as COR or COTR, or federal accounting codes are specified, indicating an administrative and locally managed procurement process with an emphasis on environmental compliance over formal contracting mechanisms.