San Antonio Well Above Ground Facilities

The Goleta Water District is undertaking the rehabilitation and upgrade of the San Antonio Well facility in Goleta, California, to maintain its current production capacity of 730 gallons per minute and ensure operational reliability during droughts or water quality challenges. The project involves replacing the backwash tank, upgrading the filtration system, expanding chemical storage, replacing the lift station, and repairing electrical, structural, and drainage systems—all without expanding overall capacity. The work is categorized as a replacement of an existing utility system under CEQA Guidelines Section 15302, which supports a categorical exemption from full environmental review, subject to compliance with state environmental regulations and filings. Environmental documentation required includes a Notice of Exemption, a No Effect Determination from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, and proof of payment for associated fees, all submitted to state and county agencies for administrative approval. Physical performance occurs solely at the well site in Santa Barbara County, with formal acceptance tied to regulatory compliance rather than technical inspection criteria. While the project is publicly posted and approved as of late 2025, no formal contract type, pricing structure, solicitation number, or federal acquisition clauses are present in the documentation. The Goleta Water District acts as both the lead agency and project sponsor, with Daniel Brooks designated as the primary point of contact for engineering and infrastructure matters. Payment for environmental fees must be directed to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife via check or cash, and all submissions are processed through physical mail—no electronic invoicing, procurement portals, or federal contracting mechanisms are involved. The project is forecasted but lacks a specified timeline, contract value, or formal procurement process beyond environmental compliance obligations.