Water System Master Plan

The City of Palo Alto Utilities Department is seeking qualified engineering firms to develop a comprehensive 20-year Water System Master Plan aimed at evaluating the existing potable water infrastructure, identifying systemic deficiencies, and formulating a strategic capital improvement program. The scope encompasses engineering assessments across water distribution, storage, supply, piping networks, and facility sites, incorporating hydraulic modeling, system operations analysis, risk and resiliency planning, asset management, energy efficiency evaluation, and analysis of emerging contaminants. The deliverable is a detailed Capital Improvement Program plan with projected timelines at five, ten, and twenty years, intended to guide long-term infrastructure investment and ensure system reliability, regulatory compliance, and sustainability. The solicitation, numbered 20260619031 and posted on June 22, 2026, has a response deadline of August 21, 2026, and is directed toward small business entities, with several respondents certified as small, minority, woman, veteran-owned, and micro businesses, reflecting the city's commitment to socioeconomic diversity in contracting. Performance is expected to occur within Palo Alto, California, and while the contract value is not disclosed, the project requires a high level of technical expertise aligned with industry best practices. Submission is expected through the city’s electronic procurement portal, though specific formatting, page limits, or volume requirements are not outlined in the provided materials. No federal acquisition regulation clauses, contract administration data, inspection criteria, or special requirements such as key personnel or security clearances are indicated, suggesting the procurement operates under state and local guidelines rather than federal contract frameworks. The primary point of contact for the solicitation is Ann Marie Romero, Contracts Administrator, who can be reached via email or phone for further inquiries.