ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE, PLANNING AND STEWARDSHIP SERVICES: Fisheries Studies and Planning

Zone 7 Water Agency is seeking a qualified environmental consulting firm to provide fisheries‑related studies, restoration planning, and related stewardship services for the Alameda Creek watershed. The consultant will develop strategies, review permits, support the agency’s participation in regional workgroups, ensure CEQA compliance, provide biological monitoring, and create outreach materials. Work is performed on an as‑needed, time‑and‑materials basis over a three‑year contract (Dec 2026 – Nov 2029) with possible extensions. • Provide overall strategy and planning support for fisheries restoration, including channel studies and data review. • Review local fisheries plans, permits, and regulations; ensure consistency across agency projects. • Participate in Alameda Creek Fisheries Restoration Workgroup and advise on CEQA documents. • Supply qualified biologists/ecologists for monitoring, habitat assessments, and fish‑passage analysis. • Develop training and outreach materials on key species and new regulations. • Deliver up to ~320 consulting hours per year (minor consultations, trainings, representation, special projects, construction monitoring). • Submit proposals via OpenGov portal by 12:00 pm, Oct 19 2026; questions due by Oct 7 2026.